A former Navy brat and present-day Navy wife, Sarah Smiley knows better than anyone that weddings and funerals-even childbirth!-take a backseat to Uncle Sam. And it seems that every time the young, nationally syndicated columnist gets comfortable with her routine, her husband is sent away for an unexpected deployment. What follows is a true test of strength and wit. From raccoons in the attic to getting locked out of the house in cowgirl pajamas to developing a crush on her handsome doctor, Sarah learns that growing up means taking a leap-and sometimes going a little overboard. In this memoir, she exposes it all with candor, heart, and a whole lot of laughs.

Readers guide included. Provided by FMWRC for military families.

I think Melanie is trying to save me -- That's illegal or something, isn't it? -- I should probably call my parents -- A woman with jumper cables -- I think psychologists call that transference -- You're not supposed to feel good about yourself -- I guess you could say I know my &%$@ now -- Your doctor calls you by your first name? -- God is great, God is good, let us thank him -- The one in a cowgirl nightshirt and flip-flops -- Take a number and sit down -- Did I say it was a stray cat? -- Something has happened -- You'll do the right thing -- Thank you for calling me Mrs. Smiley -- This is it, ladies.