The Seasoned Spouse

Want an encouraging, experienced speaker at your next #milspouse event? I inspire milspouses through military life! How can I support your group? Contact me for keynotes, workshops, discussions, & more: forms.gle/XKcTZoPMUvZYcK…

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Want an encouraging, experienced speaker at your next #milspouse event? I inspire milspouses through military life! How can I support your group? Contact me for keynotes, workshops, discussions, & more: forms.gle/XKcTZoPMUvZYcK…

Did you know about ALL these resources for #pregnant military spouses and their new babies born during deployment? Share it with a mom who may be giving birth alone! bit.ly/2pQMT7E #ThisisDeployment #milso #milspouse #newbaby

Milspouse game: Your movers just delivered your shipment, and EVERYTHING is missing... except for the household goods you are looking at right now! Haha, what are the only furnishings in your new house?

Milspouse life has many sleepless nights. What do you do when military stress or worry keep you awake: - make hot chocolate or herbal tea? - write in a journal? - text a friend? - doom scroll? I know it's supposed to be the first few answers, but often I end up on the last! 🙃

Preparing for Deployment? It's stressful and scary. The Deployment Masterclass includes a printable guide and a dozen video trainings from experienced military spouses to help you feel ready. Learn more: SeasonedSpouse.com/deployment/ #ThisisDeployment #milso #milspouse #deploymentguide

You can help military kids through deployment with these FREE personalized quilts from the ASYMCA. bit.ly/2NGRAKX #Militarykids #milspouse #milso #ThisisDeployment

Want to make someone's day during deployment? Send an extra care package for the single service members in your loved one's unit. Here's how to do it: bit.ly/2P6Yaf2 #ThisisDeployment #milspouse #milso #carepackage

Hey #militaryspouse, you know that big thing you've been putting off? DON'T WAIT.  Start now to work towards your goals and dreams. Military life isn't forever.  What are the big dreams you've been delaying? What are you waiting for? Read my book: tinyurl.com/OpenWhenAmazon

Everyone does military life differently. It's ok if your path looks different! When faced with a tough decision, choose what works best for you and your family.  You'll find inspiration and encouragement for your military journey in my book, "Open When"  tinyurl.com/OpenWhenAmazon

Military life is hard, even your 5th deployment or 10th PCS move. Those challenges never become easy.  Strong #milspouses develop strategies that carry them through challenges. I share mine in my book, "Open When." Let's face your challenges together! tinyurl.com/OpenWhenAmazon

Want to feel more prepared for deployment? The new Ultimate Deployment Guide has checklists & resources to give milspouses confidence for deployment, plus save time and money. Now available on Amazon: amzn.to/2YKhqHx #ThisisDeployment #milspouse

Being a solo parent during deployment is HARD. Milspouse Lauren Tamm of @mommilitarywife shares her secret tips for handling tantrums and deployment challenges in the Deployment Masterclass: SeasonedSpouse.com/deployment/ #milso #milspouse #mom #soloparent #ThisisDeployment

The Ultimate Deployment Guide is here! Now you can find all the deployment resources, checklists, and paperwork you need in one place. It's the perfect resource for military spouses! Get yours on Amazon: amzn.to/2YKhqHx #ThisisDeployment #milspouse

Birthdays, anniversaries, and family holidays are some of the most challenging times during a deployment. There's a letter in my "Open When" book to encourage everyone who needs some kind words and support during this time of year. Grab a copy wherever books are sold online!

It's never easy to say goodbye in military life. In my book, "Open When: Letters of Encouragement for Military Spouses," I provide the supportive words you need to hear whenever you are preparing for your service member to leave.  You can find it on Amazon! #milspouse #author

Moving overseas is quite a process! Here's what to pack (and what not to!) for an overseas PCS move. bit.ly/2NGRAKX #milspouse #PCSmove #movingoverseas

Did your service member leave their car parked in the driveway during deployment? Here's how to avoid a dead battery and flat tires... because yeah, I've been there before, and made those mistakes too! bit.ly/2pUs4IG #ThisisDeployment #milso #milspouse #carmaintenance

No one seems to talk about what happens after deployment Homecoming.  In the days and weeks after that "first kiss," life is supposed to settle back into a routine.  Here are 5 skills for a successful Reintegration after deployment! seasonedspouse.com/reintegration-…

Everyone has a different answer to this one: is it best to move 'home' for deployment (near relatives) or to stay close to the military base? Honestly, it depends on your answers to these 6 questions... bit.ly/2pT0snf #ThisisDeployment #milspouse #milso #deploymentprobs

To enjoy flowers in the Spring, you have to plant bulbs in the Fall. The same is true for military friends:  Start early. Ask for phone numbers. It will be worth it when relationships blossom! Find encouragement for military life in my book, "Open When. tinyurl.com/OpenWhenAmazon