The Warrior Wives Blog

One of my favorite poems begins: “Oh, how I love thee, let me count the ways…”  

Today’s blog is a salute to mother’s birthday - Frances Evelyn Rivers Guy...

 Part One

Prior to reading this post, I suggest you first read last week’s blog: Nancy Mathis, The Epitome of an Extraordinary Military Wife. It’s a tribute to Nancy. Her story is...

Frank and I recently attended the funeral of a dear friend, Nancy Mathis, in her hometown in South Carolina. My observation of her tender, well-planned service, struck me as to how this community...

The privilege of being an American is both an honor and a sacred trust - a legacy of boundless opportunity and infinite hope. It is the opportunity to be part of a nation where dreams are woven...

My Daddy was my hero – a real-life superhero! He was a sold-out family man. Mother and he were happily married 65 years when she passed. He was strong, dependable, and could fix...

I remember when I was about eight years old...oh how I loved listening to my Uncle Reese at his hamburger joint as he told story after story. He was a master storyteller…so on hot,...

 Many military and business spouses tend to sweep this issue under the rug. It feels taboo to confront it head-on. Experience has taught me that feeling neglected and alone can be a recipe for...

I ended last week’s blog asking the question: What are your thoughts and feelings regarding high school reunions?  Some say, “I’m not interested. I’ve never attended my...

 Last weekend, I chose to attend my 60th high school reunion. The event had magic in it.

“What was magical” you ask?  Let me start with some background. 

I recall a song...

A large group of high school seniors were touring the Capitol in Washington D.C. on Memorial Day. Their guide asked, “What is the meaning of Memorial Day?” They discussed it among...

For as long as I can remember, when I recall visits to my beloved Granny’s house, I realize these were special moments in time, cherished memories of some of my earliest experiences, like the...

My blog this week is in honor of Mother’s Day. It’s for mothers and for those all who love them. It’s also for anyone who loved us, poured goodness into our lives, and nurtured us...