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Waiting on a Homecoming

Waiting on a Homecoming

Homecomings are worth the wait. They are worth it every time, but especially when the ship, plane, or bus rolls up after months of uncertainty and extensions. In her Legacy Essay, Waiting on a Home...
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Growth Charts

Growth Charts

How do we measure growth in military and service life? Through frequent changes and challenges, it may feel like we are never thriving. Author Joy Nicholas discovers hope lies beneath the surface, ...
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I Married the End of the World

I Married the End of the World

Written by Katye Riselli for Volume VIII of Legacy Magazine Art by Morgan Snyder We were walking around our new neighborhood a few days after he’d finally arrived—weeks behind the girls and me. T...
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Military Spouse writer shares health journey in new Legacy Essay

What Began with a Dog

Written by Jennifer Wake   Gold, red, orange, brown and even some green leaves drift onto her hair. She looks up to see all the trees showering their leaves down onto her and her oblivious dog. She...
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Army Veteran and author featured in Legacy Essays

Feet and Knees Together

Written by Kelli Baker I set out on the road with all my belongings stuffed into my small silver convertible. The cool northern Maryland breeze blows my hair as I make my way south. On this ...
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Military Spouse and her two children.

Running on Empty

Written by Sarah Ortiz Benson  The temperatures are dropping, with gusts of welcome wind. Pumpkins and harvest décor abound, despite the lack of colorful leaves. The state is aglow with football’s ...
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Military Spouse and mother to special needs military child, understanding the power of words

The Power of Words

Written by Elizabeth Fought Time rolled by slowly. I busied myself playing with our 1-year-old, trying to not let worry cloud my mind while keeping a nervous eye on the clock. The waiting room bega...
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