The Warrior Wives Blog

 One of my heart-goals for the New Year was to return to writing my stories. 

On my birthday, 2 January, I was inspired to write a short story about my beloved Daddy.

I guess no matter how old I get...

 I view life as a trifecta: ages 0-30 the ‘First Thirty’ / ages 30-60 the ‘Second Thirty / and ages 60-90+ the ‘Third Thirty’.  This true story happened in my Second Thirty (1981). For years, I intend...

This story is about LEGACY; those who came before us and upon whose shoulders we now stand. It’s also for those who come after us and to whom we pass the torch. I believe that families who intentional...

 If you’ve ever loved a horse, this story is for you. And if you’ve ever peered into the eyes of a beloved horse with focused intention, he/she will indeed tell you all you need to know. 

On this day...

 “I cast my lot in with a soldier, and where he was, was home to me.” 

– Martha Summerhayes, 19th Century Army wife

 Let me start by sharing with you a true story that poignantly captures my persona...

I’d been working with my Coach for about a year when he surprised me with this compliment: “You know, Dorothy, I see you as the perfect combination of Condoleezza Rice and Oprah Winfrey.” WOW, I thoug...

 If love is the answer, the question is: “Is it possible to love someone too much?”    

Mother eloped at 16 years of age to marry Daddy; fortunately, he was 23, so he possessed enough maturity to hel...

I am a kind & caring individual, authentic, warm & genuine, approachable, a person of faith, down to earth; equally a free spirit, possess my own unique sense of style, a visionary, learner, encourage...

 The call of duty for military families often requires us to disrupt close family ties and leave behind lifelong friends. With every PCS transition, my heart would ache for the certainty and security ...

Here are the top three challenges military wives and families face in today's complex world.

1. Deployment Stress:

One of the most significant challenges faced by military families is the emotional...