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Months alone. Moving across the country. Worries and challenges. Military life can be hard. But it can also be wonderful. Together, we can overcome the hard and celebrate the wonderful. Join Jo, My Gosh! as we navigate this crazy, beautiful life together.

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The Blog: Jo, My Gosh!

Months alone. Moving across the country. Worries and challenges. Military life can be hard. But it can also be wonderful. Together, we can overcome the hard and celebrate the wonderful. Join Jo, My Gosh! as we navigate this crazy, beautiful life together.

Enjoy!

What Military Families Should Know About Student Loans

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Navy Federal Credit Union. All opinions are 100% mine. A common misconception about student loan debt and the military is that no one in the military has to worry about it. Over the years, John and I have had some weird conversations with people who don’t believe that military families sometimes borrow money for college education.  We know what we’re talking about. We paid off more than $100,000 in …

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Here's everything you need for a Hanukkah care package! #hanukkah #chanukah #menorah #dreidel #military #college #carepackage #happymail #militaryspouse

How to Throw a Hanukkah Party in a Care Package

I am super excited to share this guest post from my sister, Becky! Today, she’s sharing some great ideas for how to celebrate Hanukkah (or …

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How Can I Send a Care Package to a Random Soldier?

You’re thinking about troops deployed or stationed far from home. You know that not everyone is lucky enough to have friends or family that they …

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Pro Tips for a Holiday Care Package Everyone You Love Will Adore

Oh my! The holiday season is officially HERE and that means it’s time to get your holiday care packages together, STAT! But instead of just …

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Here’s a New, Legit Way Military Spouses Can Make Money Anywhere

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Shake. All opinions are 100% mine. When I married John, I was giving up …

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How to Pack a Care Package So Nothing Breaks

You could say that I’m a little “experienced” in sending care packages across continents, oceans and literally around the world. Three years in Japan plus …

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Love these care packages to send to friends and family! #happymail #carepackage #mail #military #collegestudent #college #milspouse #militaryspouse #ldr #longdistance #longdistancerelationship

7 Care Packages to Send When COVID Keeps You Apart

I’ve been stuck in this house with my family for what feels like eternity. It’s only been since March, but that’s like forever for my …

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