★ We Are Military Brats ★
These military brats who are stationed in Japan can give you a pretty good feel for what it is like to grow up military.
Read MoreMonth of the Military Child – The Johnsons
Jack McMasters spent time in Japan when he was young, so he would certainly have related to the two Johnson brats who are in Japan. The Johnson’s story gives you a pretty good feel for what it is like for a military family to be transferred overseas.
Read MoreSt. Nick and Black Peter – A German Childhood Memory
Story by Caathi Warren From 1974 until 1977 I lived in Spangdahlem, Germany with my parents and my older brother. My father was stationed at the Spangdahlem Air Force Base, but we actually lived off base in a small German village called Herforst. I was four years old when we arrived and seven when we returned to the good old USA. I cherish the memories I gathered over those years. This is just one of them. The Eve of St. Nick In Germany they celebrate St. Nicholas Day each year on December 6th. For the celebration St. Nick...
Read MoreThe Briefcase
Story by Martin Dean Dupalo – Illustration by Hong Rui Choo Each year he tried to surprise his wife for her birthday with something meaningful, something she would treasure for a long time. That was easier said than done. With Christmas around the corner, followed quickly by their anniversary three weeks later, and then Valentine’s Day, it was certainly a challenge. Now, after all of that, his own birthday was fast approaching. He told his wife what he wanted for his birthday — no surprises. A cake would be nice, maybe with candles. But forty-seven candles seemed a...
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I am a military brat—and I say that with great pride.