Often I’m asked a question that sometimes baffles me…”what’s it like being a military spouse?” You wouldn’t think the question catches me off guard, but it does. Why? I don’t feel like a normal military spouse. I wasn’t married, engaged, or dating Sam during most of his time in the military. In fact, we met as he was preparing to retire … [Read more...]
Archives for June 2018
Let’s Talk about Suicide…
If you are a Veteran in crisis or know a Veteran in crisis, please call 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1. Send a text message to 838255 to receive confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255. If you are struggling, please reach out for help. Given the recent events of … [Read more...]
“Hero at Home”
For those of you who know me, you know that I love books. I have bookshelves lined with them. At times, with my schedule, it is challenging to read a book for "fun," but there are rare moments when I get to do just that, read on my own time, a book that has nothing to do with research, writing, teaching, but a book that I am genuinely interested … [Read more...]