My dear husband, Chris, and I joke around and tease each other regularly. Recently, after making some outrageous, teasing comment, he asked, “Tell me the truth. Everyday you tell yourself, ‘I really hit the jackpot when I married Chris.’” I just gave him that look … Continue readingI Hit the Jackpot
Over the last year of married life, I’ve come to learn a lot about myself, my husband, and my relationship with God. I’ve also come to realise that anyone and everyone has an opinion on the above, and many have decided to share them with … Continue readingWhat Not to Say to a Catholic Newlywed (Whether You’re Catholic or Not)
Through the years, our communication method would became dated. What once seemed sufficient enough to convey wants and needs became a source of stalemates and cold wars. … Continue readingHow I Love My Spouse Well Enough
The military is a beautiful, unique vocation. We have lots of military Ink Slingers who share beautiful insights of their experiences with the military. I highly recommend this beautiful witness of vocation and a new sense of home. Military moves are an incredible test of … Continue readingCommunity, Detachment, and Military Moves
I tried to imagine watching everything my boys did through Ben’s eyes, and suddenly the sting of deployment washed away. God was providing. Homecoming Day is here. … Continue readingHomecoming Day: The Long-Awaited Reward After a 7 Month Deployment