All Posts in ‘Military Dads’

PTSD From a Child’s Perspective

PTSD from a child’s perspective: What is happening with my daddy? “We used to go to the park a lot before Daddy went away for such a long time,” said Cody to his mom. “When will he be home so I can play catch with him? I really miss having him here to say goodnight […]

Advice For Military Dads

Looking back over my military career, I can honestly say it was easier carrying out my duties on the job than it was being a good father to my two children. In part, this was because my professional training prepared me for the demands I’d face at work, but I learned about being a dad […]

The Military Stepfamily- Living Life in 3D

Military Stepfamilies – Living Life in 3D Service members marry, divorce, and remarry earlier than the general population. And the proportions of divorced and remarried service members are greater, particularly among younger age groups and women. 42% of military service members in a remarriage had children from a previous marriage and formed stepfamilies. 49% of […]

On a Quest

Military brat. These are words of honor, not disrespect. I grew up in a military family. Our frequent moves were normal for us kids. Didn’t everyone move every year or two? Dad was occasionally gone on TDY. Didn’t everyone’s parent leave for extended trips? My dad did not serve in a combat zone, but today […]

Deployment and Children

I can already sense the difference. I’ve been told that each deployment brings with it new challenges and that no two are the same. This time, I’m pretty sure, is going to be all about the children. Daddy left for a month. And they fell apart. We entered the world of baby talk, bed wetting, and […]

Deployment Marriage Mobile

“Joe” was home again, having finished his deployment to Iraq. Everyone was very glad to have him home, but it wasn’t long before everyone was stressed and angry. You see, while he was deployed, “Jane” and the children had learned to share chores that Joe had always done around their small farm. Jane was managing […]

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