Top 5 Fun Things to Do in Guam
If you didn’t already know, Guam is a tropical island known for its white sand and clear water. It has a number of awesome things you can...
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Ciara S.
Sep 16, 2022
Leaving Support for Education
This is Ciara's thoughts as she prepares for her future in college.
Ella W.
Sep 7, 2022
Upon Leaving the Ocean
Saying goodbye to a home is always hard, but the beautiful natural world of coastal California was especially painful to leave behind. I...
Joselyn D.
Jul 11, 2022
My Happy Place
TIMELINE: July 7th, 2020- we landed in Indianapolis, IN. We got Chick-Fil-A and went to my grandma’s house after she picked us up from...
Elena A.
Jun 27, 2022
What I have learned as an LGBTQ+ Military Kid
When I first realized I was not straight in middle school, I felt very alone. I didn't have many friends, and I lived on a military base...
Genevieve O.
May 18, 2022
My Experience with Applying to College
Long time no talk, Bloomers. During my absence, Britney was freed, Squid Games captivated the world, Taylor Swift turned the internet...
Bloom Team
Mar 7, 2022
MilTeens on the Ukraine Crisis
Almost two weeks ago, Russia invaded Ukraine. Since then, war has broken out, with citizens fighting in the streets, anti-war protestors...
Cecelia T.
Feb 9, 2022
World Travels: Vacation In Vietnam
My family and I went on a holiday vacation to Vietnam in December 2019. Fortunately, the trip happened just a few months before COVID-19...
Hadley W.
Jan 25, 2022
The Top 10 Things You Shouldn't Say To A Military Kid
And What To Do When People Actually Say Them 10. Where are you from? I get this question a lot, mostly from people who don't know I'm an...
Matthew A.
Jan 19, 2022
Top 5 Spots in Okinawa
Ah, Okinawa! Also known as “the Hawaii of Japan”, Okinawa has a rich history, dating back to the early Neolithic era. Starting with the...
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Nov 3, 2021
10 Amazing Southern Arizona Day Trips
If you're moving to Southern Arizona, you might be a little bummed out. I'll admit that when I first laid eyes on my new home, I was...
Nina A.
Oct 13, 2021
Hidden Gems in Carlisle, Pennsylvania!
Two years stationed at Carlisle Barracks, Pennsylvania have provided me with many opportunities to check out numerous local spots. Over...
Isaac B.
Oct 5, 2021
Bravo No Longer Means Just Applause, and Why I Will Never Name my Son Charlie
“B." “C." Never have two simple letters carried such emotional baggage. When you hear “Bravo," you may be reminded of a time of...
Maria M.
Sep 29, 2021
Another Year of University From Home (With an Obligatory: as a Military Child)
Recently, I had a conversation with my father about making the decision to study from home again for my sophomore year of college. After...
Ciara S.
Sep 1, 2021
Decisions: Do You Give Up Your Happiness for a Better Family Opportunity?
Dear Readers, I know I don't write often, but when I do, I usually give a happy article. Well, today is a new chapter for me as a writer;...
James O.
Aug 11, 2021
From Sports Cynic to Swiss Soccer Fan
Swiss fans at a Public Viewing event in Zürich Growing up, I had never been a huge fan of watching sports—now that's an understatement—I...
Anna V.
Aug 9, 2021
The "TVA" for Military Timelines
So I'm sure everyone has at least heard of, if not watched, something of the amazing new Loki series. Whether it's just a trailer you've...
Nate M.
Aug 2, 2021
Lessons from Winter Storm Uri: How Community is Important in a Military Teen's Life
My mom always talks about her one snow day growing up. During a blizzard in Montana, a train exploded and caused the power to go out all...
Loretta S.
Jul 12, 2021
Bored this Summer? Here are some things for you to try!
The school year has officially ended and it is finally summer! Now is the time to pick up a hobby that you’ve always wanted to do or to...
Genevieve O.
Jun 28, 2021
Facing Failure
In the hollows of my head, there is a chorus of two. There is a rational voice that speaks reason, so, naturally, I rarely listen to it....
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