Growing up a military child has shaped my life in numerous ways. Most of my time has been spent in Okinawa, Japan therefore I didn’t experience excessive moving around the world or the trouble of...
Alexandria Morales
Growing up as a military child, I can't say that I've enjoyed every second of it but I can say that it's been an experience that I can appreciate. While it's definitely had its ups and downs, part of...
Mia Bella Gonzalez
I am not like other military children. I've been in Okinawa for 14 years for reference, I'm 18. My step dad, a retired marine, did 31 years in the military which is the reason I was brought back to...
Katelyn Wetherington
Constantly moving or watching people move from you isn't easy, but there's also beauty to it. I can travel the world and see and meet unique people. I don't have to experience life through a book; I...
Isabela Pena
For most of my life I have been a part of the DODEA education system. While most people move away with their families to all the different parts of the world, I have stayed in one place called...
Tyler Smith
Being a military child is pretty fun if I'm being honest. It’s so sad and depressing as every other military child makes it. Sure moving all the time gets repetitive, depressing, and boring. Making...
Cedrick Dorelien