Behind the Name

The first part of this column’s name, Sippy Cups, is blatantly obvious to any mother or anyone who has even been around a mother within the past ten years. The Separation part of it might not be so obvious, at least not to a civilian wife. As a military spouse separation is a word that…

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Stand Strong in a Storm

Last summer I tried my hand at gardening, a hobby I’ve wanted to pursue for some time. I was pleasantly surprised as my tomatoes and peppers begin budding beautifully under the strong summer sunlight. I also had a few potted flowers, some dragon snaps and perennials in the mix. With the change of seasons the…

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I’M PREGNANT!

“How can that be?”  was the first thing that popped in to my mind as the physician continued her examination.  “Wait a minute here!  My appointment was just for an annual check and pap!  You’re telling me that I’m pregnant?  Holy Cow!” “Does that cost extra?!” “Well, let’s just see.”  She tells me as she…

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