Top 5 Things Military Kids Can Relate To
In the life of military kids, there are so many things that we can all relate to, regardless of our journeys, and there are so many...
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Bloom Team
- Nov 27
Bloom at Purple Star
On October 26th, the National Day of the Deployed, Bloom had the incredible privilege of attending the Purple Star USA 2023 National...
Ella W.
- Nov 20
I Am Not a Selfish Jerk
"Saturday, December 18th: Strike!!! Remember, only selfish jerks skip the strike! Let's get the stage nice and clean and ready for the...
Elisabeth H.
- Nov 17
Top 10 Day-Trips Near Fort Bliss, Texas
Despite the other four places I’ve lived, Fort Bliss was, hands down, my favorite place to live. The just over three years I spent there...
Abby H.
- Nov 13
The Last Goodbye
Say goodbye I’ll definitely come back, I’ll try. 500 miles far, Only by car. We call every day, Until one night, there is just no way....
Brynn Lee
- Nov 10
Education Overseas: a History of DoDEA Schools
DoDEA schools are a common part of military life for many military kids. They are often a place where we find a community that can relate...
Guest Writer
- Nov 6
Life Unexpected – Leaving the Military Life
This article was sent to us by Elly M., a grown-up Army brat stationed at the Royal Air Force Wattisham in Suffolk, England. Do you have...
Kate U.
- Nov 3
Part of the Club
School has started again, and you know what that means: millions of students joining millions of clubs and teams. High schoolers...
Lilly Saint
- Oct 27
Home: A Poem
Home. Never have I ever had the luxury to call a place such a name. Through countries and cities. I search and I search For nothing to...
Vivian Snow
- Oct 20
The First Week
"No, bud come over here and help me raise the bed!" yells my dad, "Viv, what sheets are we putting?" asks my mom. "It better be cute!" my...
Lorelei H.
- Oct 13
Just When You Think It’s Over: Moving As a Retiree
Just when you think it’s over, your parents sit you down. Just when you think it’s over, they tell you rather unenthusiastically that...
Ella W.
- Oct 6
On Sharing a Hotel Room
we interrupt kick this dream kick for a brief kick announcement: your little sister, still talking with 'ar's that make her sound like...
Guest Writer
- Sep 29
How Being A Military Child Helped Me During My Study Abroad
This article was sent to us by Taylor B., a college sophomore stationed in Texas. Do you have a story to share with your fellow military...
Abby H.
- Sep 25
Student Ambassador Programs and Their Connection to Military Kids
Imagine being a new student at a big high school. Picture walking into a large cafeteria facing a room full of strangers and knowing...
Bridget D.
- Sep 22
Where Am I From?
Where am I from? A question I continuously ponder. Is it where I was born? Is it where I’ve lived the longest? Is it where my family...
Faith Clark
- Sep 15
A Harrisburgian How-To
If you moved to Carlisle this summer, welcome! For a great guide to in-town activities, check out this article by Nina A. for some tips...
Nate M.
- Sep 11
Louie Lastik: How an Underrated Character Impacted my Life
Remember the Titans, a cinematic masterpiece that continues to inspire audiences since its release in 2000, has left an indelible mark on...
Vivian Snow
- Sep 8
Boarding School?
I suspect there are two types of people reading this article. Some of you may have done your research about boarding schools, or maybe...
Abby H.
- Aug 28
The Yearbook - a Military Kid's Best Friend
As a military child, life is constantly changing. However, buying a yearbook is one way to capture all your memories as you go through...
Lilly Saint
- Aug 25
Military Brat to Civilian
As a military brat, you move constantly and adapt to new lifestyles. Whether you are living in a small house or a big house, in the city...
Lorelei H.
- Aug 21
Songs For The Milteen Soul
As a milteen, sometimes I hear lyrics that speak to my soul. As an avid music enjoyer, I present a list of songs that have helped me...
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