2010 Veterans Day Discounts

I received this list via email. Please check with businesses prior to ensure all discounts are available. Applebee’s Restaurant – Free dinners to veterans throughout Veterans Day November 11th; selections will be from a new Veterans Day menu. Outback Steakhouse – Free Blooming Onion and beverage. Golden Corral- Free buffet dinner from 5-9 p.m. on [...]

Once an Army Wife, Always an Army Wife

Recently, a long term member decided to leave my message board. Since her husband was no longer serving, she no longer felt welcome on the board. It made me very sad to see her go and to think that anyone would feel like they were being kicked out of the family just because circumstances changed. [...]

Wearing Rank as an Army Wife

I know, I know. I’ve already written about this. Well, guess what? It’s time to rant again. Lately, I’ve run across SO many people who in one breath say they don’t ever wear rank and in the next breath make sure you know what rank their soldier is. Um, what?! Listen, if you truly don’t [...]

Writing for HomefrontOnline

A few months ago, I started writing for Homefront Online, which is connected with Operation Homefront. I love writing for them and have enjoyed being able to explore the different subjects through my writing. I’ve written about everything from the pros and cons of living on post to nightmare stories of dealing with in-laws. You [...]