Multi-medium-artist/writer/illustrator/Navy spouse Kimberly Yong Ratliff creates art and stories inspired by the multi-layered cultures around her and the beautiful landscapes she’s visited. Embracing the Ohana spirit, each new place (or even virtual connection) offers opportunities for friendships and sharing. MilspoFAN: Tell us a little about yourself, your journey as a military spouse, and where you …
My first visit to France was as a young Navy wife back in 1988 or 89 as a young J.O.’s wife. There were several of us going over to meet up with our husband’s submarine where it was pulling into Brest, France. In the passing years, I’ve made it back over there 4 times. But …
Hello MilspoFANs, It is my pleasure to introduce a dear friend of mine this month, Anna Librada Georges. Anna and I met in Virginia Beach last year, and a few short months later both of us moved away on PCS orders, she to Rota, Spain, and I to Poulsbo (Bremerton), Washington. But it was one …
Writing the MilspoFAN Artist Interview blog posts always tickles my “vicarious bone”. I love hearing the unique stories of each spouse and getting to put myself into her (we have had all women so far) shoes for a long, fascinating moment. Without fail, this process brings me a lovely and refreshing perspective, and a sense …