Join children’s book author, writer, blogger and podcaster, Alison Paul Klakowicz, on her journey to inspire! By way of guest interviews, book reviews, life as a military spouse living in her home state of North Carolina– and so much more!
MilspouseFest is a fabulous organization that supports military spouses worldwide. During Covid, the folks at MilspouseFest learned to pivot, and are now bringing fun, inspiration and support virtually to spouses. Want to join in all the fun and win some free swag? Register for an online event HERE!
Listen to my conversation with Ashley Bugge on Hodge Podge Podcast HERE! Mother. Military Widow. Explorer. Speaker. Award-Winning Author. Ashley Bugge is an amazing human. In the past two years, she has risen from unimaginable challenges after losing her Naval Officer husband, the late Captain Brian J. Bugge, in a tragic deep diving accident while she was pregnant with the couple’s third child. Ashley said during our conversation on Hodge Podge Podcast that she is still healing. This resonated with me. And this is why: Ashley has refused to lie in grief. She poignantly put her grief into rich experiences and growth. All the while, acknowledging she is not okay. She is a real person. A lover of life. A fighter. A survivor. With such beautiful grace, she has utilized personal stories of turning tragedy into triumph to offer a unique perspective into what it means to overcome adversity and flourish from it.
I want to cry. I want to run away to a tiny island with my family and friends. I want to slam the door 🚪 behind me and never look back. I am TIRED. Fatigued. Over IT!!! Our world appears to be in total shambles. Everywhere I look online and on TV, people are arguing, accusing, hating one another. I can’t take it anymore. It’s making me sick. Anxious. Overwhelmed. Angry. But that’s just it— Everywhere I look online. Social Media. It’s nuts.
Checkout these amazing military- related organizations, topics and individuals! Porch Talk: Three Friends Discuss Coping During #Covid-19 #Pandemic Kellie Artis, Millie COO— Helping military families PCS during pandemic with help from Lowe’s Home Improvement #LetsPCSTogether Monica Fullerton- Founder of Spouse-ly, Air Force Spouse, Momprenuer, Connecting the Military Community Spouse-ly.com| Military Family and Lifestyle Marketplace Erika… Continue reading Military Community
News and updates on my award-winning travel and adventure, children’s picture book, “Mommy’s Big, Red Monster” Purchase a copy for a special kiddo: http://www.alisonpaulklakowicz.com https://www.amazon.com/Mommys-Big-Red-Monster-Truck/dp/1525530178 Videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OJUCmy1QGsg Fox 46 Good Day Charlotte Interview: https://www.fox46charlotte.com/video/624595 https://charlottereaderspodcast.com/under-the-covers-with-alison-paul-klakowicz/  Book Review: https://strength4spouses.blog/2019/07/12/review-of-mommys-big-red-monster-truck/ Happy Read Across America Day! Happening This Weekend: The North Carolina Book Festival 2020- Raleigh, NC… Continue reading Mommy’s Big, Red Monster Truck
I like to eat, y’all. All the foods. All the fun places to eat food. All the hidden away, country backroad spots. All the fancy cafes and tapas bistros. All the dives and diners. Just give me the food. Look here for some of my favorite spots and recipes— for a little food inspiration: Dandelions… Continue reading Foodie
Not sure about you, but I like to save money. I also like to create things. So, I thought I’d share with you some DIY tips that will help you be productive while saving a dime! Edible Landscapes are Fun! Dandelions ARE Delicious — and super healthy! Six Step Hand Sanitizer Half Bath Remodel on… Continue reading DIY TIPS
Kayla Spears joined me on Hodge Podge Podcast to talk about her vibrant, adorable and popular children’s book story-time show on YouTube: Storytime w/Kayla.
Brandon Foster LISTEN TO MY INTERVIEW WITH BRANDON FOSTER HERE ON HODGE PODGE! Brandon Foster is a children’s comic book author who aspires to fuse faith-based teachings with relatable topics, and humor to create something enjoyable not just for his young readers, but readers of all ages. Brandon has crafted two fabulous family comic books… Continue reading Brandon Foster- Children’s Comic Book Author (Family Time Comic Book Series)
Here is a list I’ve compiled of some of my favorite pumpkin friendly places to visit in the Fayetteville, North Carolina and surrounding areas this time of year.
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