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Ayslin K.
Jan 5, 2024
I Wasn't Prepared
At the start of sophomore year, I was not prepared to miss the feeling of being the new kid. That's what I had always been an exotic, new...


Guest Writer
Jan 1, 2024
Blowies
This poem was sent to us by Iona P., a college freshman stationed in Virginia. Do you have a story to share with your fellow military...


Ella W.
Dec 25, 2023
Home(s) for the Holidays
"There's no place like home for the holidays," or so sings Perry Como (and the countless other artists who have covered the song). With...

Elisabeth H.
Dec 11, 2023
TDY Isn't Temporary
TDY. Temporary duty. Just a few weeks - that’s not too long, right? He won’t miss too much, right? Maybe. Maybe it won’t be too bad....


Ella W.
Nov 20, 2023
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...


Abby H.
Nov 13, 2023
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....


Guest Writer
Nov 6, 2023
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...


Vivian S.
Oct 20, 2023
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...


Abby H.
Sep 25, 2023
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...


Nate M.
Sep 11, 2023
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 S.
Sep 8, 2023
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, 2023
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, 2023
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, 2023
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...


Guest Writer
Aug 18, 2023
Dandelion in a Forest
This poem was sent to us by Addie Z., a 12th grader stationed in the United States. Do you have a story to share with your fellow...


Emma M.
Aug 11, 2023
We March Forward
I have loved music for as long as I can remember. My parents filled our home with music, and I loved it, even when all I could do was...


Guest Writer
Aug 4, 2023
Life After the Military
This blog post was sent to us by Elena W., a college freshman stationed in Wisconsin. Do you have a story to share with your fellow...

Guest Writer
Jul 28, 2023
Patchwork of Places
This article was sent to us by Brooke L., a college junior stationed in Virginia. Do you have a story to share with your fellow military...
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