Updated 2021 Note: This article is meant for entertainment purposes only. Please consult a dietitian or doctor for specific advice that fits your specific situation. It's so tempting to want to send unhealthy food-- cookies, candy, you name it. (Guilty as charged!) When I was sending care packages to John while he was deployed, he
Finding the right items to send overseas can be a challenge. We've included all the items service members really want in their military care packages.
I get a lot of email. A. Lot. And I love it! It's fantastic to be able to be connected to military spouses, moms, dads, significant others (and the occasional grandma and grandpa) of service members. I field questions about relationships, help find resources, and answer questions about military care packages. But sometimes, I'll get
Deployment gets the better of us all at one point or another. It doesn't matter if it's your first deployment or your 500th. Something happens that knocks us off our equilibrium. We all hit a wall at some point. And it gets hard. We feel burnt out. And there's still a dude or chica somewhere
Care packages can be very expensive, between what goes into the box and the cost of shipping. If you're the only one sending mail to your deployed loved one, it can be overwhelming emotionally and financially. A little extra help can go a long way, even when it is And yes, there are businesses and
Updated 2021 Note: This article is meant for entertainment purposes only. Please consult a dietitian or doctor for specific advice that fits your specific situation. It's so tempting to want to send unhealthy food-- cookies, candy, you name it. (Guilty as charged!) When I was sending care packages to John while he was deployed, he
6 unique deployment care packages to send the coolest and cutest boxes to your service member! Themes and ideas of what to put inside!
Updated 2021 One of the tough things about sending food in care packages is making sure it's actually edible by the time the recipient gets it, especially when you're sending overseas and to APO/FPO/DPO addresses. (Remember, when you're sending military mail, you are not guaranteed the timeline that the USPS guarantees.) When John was deployed,
Do you have a military spouse friend that is struggling through a deployment? Learn how to help and support them through these gift ideas!
Last year, I published a list of more than 100 Open When Letters for deployment and separations. It was wildly popular. More than 39,000 pins and repins later, and more than 250,000 pageviews of just that particular post later, I've got another list of Open When letter topics post with more ideas for the next
Get creative this Halloween and recreate these 32 insanely cute and creepy Halloween care package ideas for your favorite college student!
I've created this round up of every dorky care package pun I used last year. It's just what the interwebz needs!
You guys know that I absolutely love care packages. LOVE care packages. But let's be real: they can take time, energy, and organization to make (not to mention money). And deployments can be hard on everyone in the family, not just the person who is away. There were plenty of times during John's deployment that
My TimeHop app has been flooded with pictures the last few days surrounding my husband's first deployment to Afghanistan in 2011 - the "good luck" cake, the big family gathering, the packing, the tears, and that one final (for a while) kiss goodbye. I was such a wreck saying that "see you later" to my
Sending care packages can be a daunting task. From which box to use to filling out the custom forms-there is a lot to do! So let's go back
It's not what you think...
It's probably no surprise that I love dorky puns. They are so much fun-- especially when you're working with a long deployment and not feeling particularly creative. So here you go-- 102 puns, broken into topics and some with suggestions of what to put with them! Write them on sticky notes and attach to different products,
Updated 2021 One of the tough things about sending food in care packages is making sure it's actually edible by the time the recipient gets it, especially when you're sending overseas and to APO/FPO/DPO addresses. (Remember, when you're sending military mail, you are not guaranteed the timeline that the USPS guarantees.) When John was deployed,
Sending care packages gets expensive.. save money by getting free stuff! Here's how to get free products for military care packages!
We all hear that that the active duty spouse comes back different after deployment, but what we don't hear about is how it affects the ones who stay behind.
Learn the best ways to decorate a care package, how to get free care package materials, what and what not to send in a military care package and see our top puns and themes for care packages.
The summer may be over, but this is not an excuse to lock yourselves at home and hibernate…. at least not yet! Despite the days being shorter and temperatures noticeably lower than in summer time I think autumn is a fantastic time to go hiking! In fact, some hikes may offer even better experience in
This guide to Companies that Ship Sweets to APO/FPO Addresses makes it easy and surprisingly affordable to send deployed military care packages!
Deployment gets the better of us all at one point or another. It doesn't matter if it's your first deployment or your 500th. Something happens that knocks us off our equilibrium. We all hit a wall at some point. And it gets hard. We feel burnt out. And there's still a dude or chica somewhere
I am thrilled to welcome guest blogger, Miranda from the Etsy shop, Love From Home Care Packages. She's offering her insight as a military wife and mom on how to get your kids (even your young ones!) interested and involved with making care packages. Make sure you read to the bottom-- Miranda has a wonderful,
Updated 2021 One of the tough things about sending food in care packages is making sure it's actually edible by the time the recipient gets it, especially when you're sending overseas and to APO/FPO/DPO addresses. (Remember, when you're sending military mail, you are not guaranteed the timeline that the USPS guarantees.) When John was deployed,
It's probably no surprise that I love dorky puns. They are so much fun-- especially when you're working with a long deployment and not feeling particularly creative. So here you go-- 102 puns, broken into topics and some with suggestions of what to put with them! Write them on sticky notes and attach to different products,
Everyone knows that long separations are the worst part of being a milso, but here are 4 things nobody told you about before deployment.
Updated 2021 One of the tough things about sending food in care packages is making sure it's actually edible by the time the recipient gets it, especially when you're sending overseas and to APO/FPO/DPO addresses. (Remember, when you're sending military mail, you are not guaranteed the timeline that the USPS guarantees.) When John was deployed,
It takes skill to operate at this level of crazy. But if you're anything like me, you've got it down to a science.
Packed with deployment ideas and created for military spouses like you, our comprehensive guide will make sending off your soldier a whole lot easier!
Keep your soldier healthy, happy and safe by giving pre-deployment gifts they will love. Take a look at these practical and useful gifts for deployment.
Looking for ways to make the time go by faster with your soldier gone? Make a deployment bucket list with 100 things to do during deployment.
If you're stuck with your deployment (or know someone who is), here are fifteen different ideas for care packages.
Save money on care packages with free materials from the Post Office. During military deployments, send a care package overseas to deployed troops.
Over 16 military spouses share their best self-improvement ideas for deployment.
When I first started running long distances, I had no clue about running workouts. A fartlek? Whatttt is that? I'm out. In fact, I ignored all running workouts while training for my first 10 Miler. Guess where that landed me? With an injury mid-race. It was so sad. And it could have SO easily been prevented by doing supplemental running workouts. Learn more about long distance running, why running workouts are crucial, and what workouts to start with! What is Long Distance Running? Long distance running is typically defined as running 3 or more miles. However, many runners who
