Welcome to Coffee + Camo!
I’m glad you’re here.
I love, as does every human being, to be at home wherever I find myself.
-Maya Angelou
Hi there, I’m Maggie. Welcome to Coffee + Camo. I’m so glad you’re here.
I’m a Jesus follower, military spouse, dog mom, an INFJ, and an Enneagram 6. I drink lots of coffee and work hard to notice the small, magic things in each day.
My hope is that Coffee + Camo will help you get out, explore, and see the wonder in the ordinary – wherever you may be!
- How I Moved My Breastmilk Across the World
Our most recent OCONUS move was from Italy to the States in October 2024. At the time, my second child was about six months old and still nursing. I had quite the freezer stash of breastmilk and wrestled with whether or not to try to bring it with us. To be honest, this was one … - What to Know About Unaccompanied Baggage
I married my husband when he was stationed in North Carolina. It wasn’t that far from where I was living, so it was easy enough to move down. Previously, I moved myself, with the help of family, into and out of college, then into my first apartment (and all subsequent apartments). A few carloads back … - Mom Guilt: How to Silence the Voice
The title of this post may be a bit deceiving. I’m not actually great at silencing the voice of guilt in motherhood or anywhere else. But I’m working on it. Maybe you feel the weight of mom guilt, too. I’ve been trying a few things lately – perhaps they’ll help you, too. Emotions have been … - Discovering God at Nap Time
I remember learning about being a parent long before I ever was one. Growing up, I had good role models in both friends and family. As a young adult, I attended a church in my hometown and met weekly with various Bible Studies and small groups. Many of the participants were a few years older … - The Power of Play and Getting Out of Your Own Way
When we first moved to Italy, I had a video chat with a friend. She and her husband recently relocated back to the States. They purchased a house and moved in after nearly two months of living in a hotel. During our chat, she told me about their home improvement projects—painting, electrical work, and landscaping. … - Dear Lonely Mom
Motherhood is a lonely job. I’m sure I’m not the only one who missed that line in the job description. Loneliness is tricky. He looks different for each of us, and he often comes and goes as he pleases. It’s hard to know when Loneliness might come busting in the door, opening the fridge, and …
