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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.

Enjoy!​

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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Do Military Spouses Need Insurance?

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of USAA Life Insurance Company and USAA Life Insurance Company of New York. All opinions …

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By understanding some of the surprises that can arise when navigating military child care, I hope this knowledge helps you make the best decision for your family.

5 Surprising Facts About Military Child Care That Can Hurt Your Wallet

Child care decisions can be complex.  This can be especially so for military parents or guardians who are making them under time constraints while transferring …

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How to Talk to Your Kids About Military Deployments

Word just arrived and your service member is shipping off for deployment. Now what? And most importantly, how do I tell our kids? If you’ve …

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how to date a military man

Dating a Military Man: What You Should Know First

When I first started dating my husband, his military affiliation was the furthest thing from my mind. Eventually, however, the reality of being intimately (ahem) …

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How to Choose Between Public, Private, and DODEA Schools for Your Child

Military families move often, which means picking new schools with each PCS. Choosing between public, private, and DODEA schools can be difficult. We take a …

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Here’s What You Should Know About Military Appreciation Month

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Navy Federal Credit Union. All opinions are 100% mine. May and November. They’re the …

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