In our latest episode of Ruck Up Buttercup , we sat down with the incredible Ashley Ashcraft — a military spouse of 16 years, mom, author, and the heart behind Mission Ready Marriage . Her story is full of honesty, hope, and the kind of wisdom that reminds you why this military life, while hard, can also be beautiful. Thriving Through the Unexpected Ashley knows firsthand what it means to live the rollercoaster of military life — twelve moves, deployments, and everything in between. Through...

Getting orders to the Pentagon is one of those moments where you feel the weight of military life and the excitement of being right outside the nation’s capital. It’s not the typical base assignment — you’re in the middle of one of the busiest, most historic, and most opportunity-filled areas you’ll ever be stationed. It’s fast-paced, yes, but it’s also full of things to do, people to meet, and experiences you’ll remember long after you PCS again. Where to Live The first thing everyone will...

When we got orders to Offutt, my first thought was: Nebraska? I pictured cornfields, tornado sirens, and not much else. It wasn’t exactly on my dream duty station list. But here’s the surprise — Offutt turned out to be one of those places that quietly grows on you. It’s affordable, it’s family-friendly, and there’s way more to do than you’d ever expect from a state most people fly over. Where to Live We settled in Gretna. At first it felt a little far compared to Bellevue, but the commute was...