Grace of a Military Child and Life
Military children and spouses are insanely unique! Join along with each episode as Gracie sits down with a military child to share stories about their journey.
Episodes
24 April 2024
Grace of a Military Child and Life
Season 3 Episode 17 - Victoria Kelly - Marine Spouse - Author
This week’s episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life welcomes Victoria Kelly, U.S. Marine Corps Spouse. Victoria shares what it is like being a military wife along with the challenges and highlights she faced. She also shares what it is like being an author and sharing the stories of military families. Thank you to ...
17 April 2024
Grace of a Military Child and Life
Season 3 Episode 16 - Dawn Laundrup - Air Force BRAT, Air Force Veteran, Veteran Spouse
This week’s episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life welcomes Dawn Laundrup, U.S. Air Force BRAT, U.S. Air Force Veteran, and U.S. Air Force Spouse. Dawn shares stories from her childhood and time in service as a nurse. Thank you to Dawn and her family for their service to this country!
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10 April 2024
Grace of a Military Child and Life
Season 3 Episode 15 - Laura Longmire - Air Force Spouse
The next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life welcomes Laura Longmire, U.S. Air Force spouse. On this week’s episode, Laura shares how being an Air Force family has had an impact on her, her husband, and their family’s lives! Thank you to Laura and her family for their service to this country!
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3 April 2024
Grace of a Military Child and Life
Season 3 Episode 14 - Michaela Telford - Army BRAT
The next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life welcomes Michaela Telford, U.S. Army BRAT. On this week’s episode, Michaela shares about her life growing up as a military BRAT and how that has made a lasting impact on her adulthood. Thank you to Michaela and her family for their service to this country!
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27 March 2024
Grace of a Military Child and Life
Season 3 Episode 13 - Melissa Purnell - Navy Spouse - Sweet Blooms Confectionery
The next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life welcomes Melissa Purnell, U.S. Navy spouse. On this week’s episode, Melissa shares some of the experiences she has had as a Navy wife along with starting her own business as a way to combine a hobby of her’s and a business venture. Thank you to Mel...
20 March 2024
Grace of a Military Child and Life
Season 3 Episode 12 - Madison Gentry - Army BRAT
The next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life welcomes Madison Gentry, U.S. Army BRAT. On this week’s episode, Madison shares her experiences of being a military BRAT and how they has shaped her life - including her love for travel. Madison also shares about some of the struggles and harder times she faced as a military chil...
13 March 2024
Grace of a Military Child and Life
Season 3 Episode 11 - Vimbo Watson - Navy Spouse
The next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life welcomes Vimbo Watson, U.S. Navy spouse. On this week’s episode, Vimbo shares her experiences of being a Navy spouse - along with some of the struggles she faced working as a Principle in the education world. Thank you to Vimbo and her family for their service to this country!
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6 March 2024
Grace of a Military Child and Life
Season 3 Episode 10 - Aubree Trotter - Army BRAT
The next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life welcomes 9 year old, U.S. Army BRAT, Aubree Trotter. On this week’s episode, Aubree shares what her experiences as a military BRAT are, and how they have shaped her as such a young child. She also talks about some of the fun parts and some of the not-so-fun parts of military life....
28 February 2024
Grace of a Military Child and Life
Season 3 Episode 9 - Katie Hamlin-Pacheco - Coast Guard Spouse - Occupational Therapist - Author
The next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life welcomes Katie Hamlin-Pacheco, U.S. Coast Guard Spouse, Occupational Therapist, and author of “My Flight Suit Pocket.” Using her family’s military life experiences, Katie put pen to paper to help children cope with the struggles ...
21 February 2024
Grace of a Military Child and Life
Season 3 Episode 8 - Sarah Doran - Army BRAT - Army Veteran - Army Spouse - Author
The next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life welcomes back Sarah Doran, U.S. Army Veteran, U.S. Army BRAT, U.S. Army Veteran Spouse. Sarah is the author to “The Peppered Sky” and upcoming book “Sleeping Giants.” She advocates for military children and the military community as a whole. I...
14 February 2024
Grace of a Military Child and Life
Season 3 Episode 7 - Alyssa Jackson - Army Veteran - Air Force Wife - Homefront Chronicles Podcast
The next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life welcomes Alyssa Jackson, U.S. Army Veteran, U.S. Air Force wife, and fellow podcast host. Alyssa hosts the Homefront Chronicles Podcast where she shares an insight on her life. I am excited to have Alyssa on this episode of the...
7 February 2024
Grace of a Military Child and Life
Season 3 Episode 6 - Dr. Marguerite Barnett - Army Child, Air Force Child, Army Veteran
The next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life welcomes Dr. Marguerite Barnett, U.S. Army and Air Force child. Marguerite was inspired by both her bio and adopted father’s service, wanted to attend medical school and joined the U.S. Army herself to be able to do so. Thank you to Margue...
31 January 2024
Grace of a Military Child and Life
Season 3 Episode 5 - Ami Bakken - Army Spouse
The next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life welcomes Ami Bakken, U.S. Army Spouse. Ami and her husband have five sweet children and have moved around the country seven different times. Thank you to Ami and her family for their service to this country!
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24 January 2024
Grace of a Military Child and Life
Season 3 Episode 4 - Jan Lasley - Navy Child - Air Force Spouse
The next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life welcomes Jan Lasley, U.S. Navy Child and U.S. Air Force Wife. Jan has been moving as part of the military life since she was 6 months old. After marrying in the Air Force, her son also joined the U.S. Navy in his Grandfather’s footsteps. Thank you to Jan and her ...
17 January 2024
Grace of a Military Child and Life
Season 3 Episode 3 - Marina Callahan - Army Spouse
The next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life welcomes Marina Callahan, U.S. Army Spouse. Marina’s husband served in the U.S. Army - giving her the opportunity to move from the west coast of Florida, to Alaska. Not coming from a military background, she found immediate connection with other military spouses and family me...
10 January 2024
Grace of a Military Child and Life
Season 3 Episode 2 - Marna Randall - Army BRAT
The next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life welcomes Marna Randall, U.S. Army BRAT. Marna’s father served during the World War II era and after. Being so connected to military life as a child, Marna began teaching military children at DoD schools. She was able to connect with military children after having her own experien...
3 January 2024
Grace of a Military Child and Life
Season 3 Episode 1 - Barbara Secor - Army Spouse - SOWF Director of Programs
In the first episode of 2024, Grace of a Military Child and Life welcomes Barbara Secor, Military Spouse and Special Operations Warrior Foundation Director of Programs to the podcast! Barbara’s husband is currently serving in the U.S. Army Active Guard Reserve and is set to retire in later this year. Duri...
On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Delaney! Delaney is a U.S. Army spouse and her husband is currently a Chaplain Candidate. She shares her journey on Instagram. Tune in to hear more about Delaney and her journey as a military spouse!
On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Dustin! Dustin is a U.S. Navy BRAT. Tune in to hear more about Dustin and the many experiences he had as a military BRAT!
On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Vianca! Vianca is a U.S. Marine veteran and U.S. Navy spouse. She is also a published author and is working to advocate for mental health disorders in the military. Tune in to hear more about Vianca’s journey as a veteran and spouse!
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