"Jen McDonald is a longtime writer and editor, the author of the Amazon bestselling book, You Are Not Alone: Encouragement for the Heart of a Military Spouse, and the host of the Milspouse Matters podcast. She's been published in numerous national publications and books, including Military Spouse Magazine, Military.com, and Chicken Soup for the Soul, and featured on national radio shows and podcasts. Jen was a military spouse for 30 years and is a mom to four young adults, including one son serving in the military. One of her happiest roles these days is being her grandbaby's ""Gigi."" She and her now retired Air Force husband were stationed all around the world from Europe to the Pacific, and somewhere along the way she learned to embrace the unknown...after lots of practice! After decades of moving with the military, she is now planted in Texas. Jen loves to encourage and connect with other military spouses in the unique life they face."
"This book is an inspiring and empowering journey into the heart of military spouse life, showcasing the remarkable resilience and dedication of these often unsung heroes. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is looking for a brighter light to help them navigate the world as we know it. -Trevor Romain, bestselling author, speaker, and co-founder of The Comfort Crew for Military Kids This is a wonderful read and masterfully captures countless emotions and challenges faced by military spouses every day. The multigenerational stories touch the heart and highlight the incredible gift our military spouses are to our nation. -Brooke McLean, CMSgt, USAF (Retired) and President and CEO of the Air Force Enlisted Village Truly a great resource for new and seasoned spouses alike. I could hardly put this book down. I found myself chuckling and crying at times. So much to be gained from these experiences! Educational, entertaining, informative, insightful, and inspiring are just a few words I would use to describe this book. It is truly worth using and sharing! -Mrs. Paula Roy, Spouse of the 16th Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force (Retired) Milspouse Matters is a must-read for all and a glorious depiction of the strength of military spouses. Jen is a master of words as she shares the beautiful ebbs and flows of military life; from love and loss, strength and weakness, victory marches and dark trenches, and the joy that shines through every moment. I've watched Jen's journey unfold over many years, and she is an inspiration to everyone who lays their eyes across her pages. -Kariah Manwaring, Military Spouse Magazine ""You knew what you signed up for."" The first sentence in Jen McDonald's book, Milspouse Matters, makes it clear that this book is for us. By us, I mean those of us who have married the military and all the challenges it entails. If you are a military spouse, you need this book tucked into your nightstand for those moments when you need some reassurance that you can power through the next challenge or deployment. -Elaine Brye, author of Be Safe, Love Mom: A Military Mom's Stories of Courage, Comfort, and Surviving Life on the Homefront As a fellow military spouse and editor, it's been my joy to work with Jen on this book. Her shining messages of hope and encouragement will make a difference to every reader. -Terri Barnes, editor, Stars and Stripes columnist, and author of Spouse Calls: Messages from a Military Life"