Swing away, Merrill

Have you ever watched the movie “Signs” by M. Night Shamalan? I’m undoubtedly dating myself and simultaneously limiting my audience by posing this question, however, I’m choosing to forge forward and pull from a scene in this 2002 apocalyptic film. Side note, I think this movie is riddled with layers upon layers and analogy after …

Women of the Military Podcast

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Eat Your Brownies & Like It

Many years ago I befriended a young woman named Sadie. (I've changed her name to protect her identity and also to avoid a potential lawsuit- I'm not kidding). She was independent, a little bit crazy, and a skosh passive aggressive. However, she had a good heart and a keen sense of humor. I enjoyed her …

Four Times is Sometimes a Charm

My life has been unconventional to say the least. I've reinvented myself dozens of times and will continue to do so throughout my life. This is not something I am proud of or ashamed of- it just is. In fact, I still struggle with every transition. For most, this is not an ideal way to …

Marine to MilSpouse

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Dishes are not for the Faint of Heart

Deciding on a title for my blog was a more arduous task than I had anticipated. I hmmm'd and sighed, typed and deleted, then ultimately chose something that made me chuckle; a memory. Dishes are one of my least favorite chores, which can be said of many people who are sane and sound of mind. …