Grace of a Military Child

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Military children are insanely unique! Join along with each episode as Gracie sits down with a military child to share stories about their journey.

Gracie Burgess


    • Mar 27, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 35m AVG DURATION
    • 168 EPISODES


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    Season 3 Episode 13 - Melissa Purnell - Navy Spouse - Sweet Blooms Confectionery

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2024 24:52


    27 March 2024 Grace of a Military Child and Life Season 3 Episode 13 - Melissa Purnell - Navy Spouse - Sweet Blooms Confectionery   The next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life welcomes Melissa Purnell, U.S. Navy spouse. On this week's episode, Melissa shares some of the experiences she has had as a Navy wife along with starting her own business as a way to combine a hobby of her's and a business venture. Thank you to Melissa and her family for their service to this country!   Follow us @graceofamilitarychildandlife on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn!

    Season 3 Episode 12 - Madison Gentry - Army BRAT

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2024 35:55


    20 March 2024 Grace of a Military Child and Life Season 3 Episode 12 - Madison Gentry - Army BRAT   The next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life welcomes Madison Gentry, U.S. Army BRAT. On this week's episode, Madison shares her experiences of being a military BRAT and how they has shaped her life - including her love for travel. Madison also shares about some of the struggles and harder times she faced as a military child with mental health - and how she overcame it. Thank you to Madison and her family for their service to this country!   Follow us @graceofamilitarychildandlife on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn!

    Season 3 Episode 11 - Vimbo Watson - Navy Spouse

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2024 35:52


    13 March 2024 Grace of a Military Child and Life Season 3 Episode 11 - Vimbo Watson - Navy Spouse   The next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life welcomes Vimbo Watson, U.S. Navy spouse. On this week's episode, Vimbo shares her experiences of being a Navy spouse - along with some of the struggles she faced working as a Principle in the education world. Thank you to Vimbo and her family for their service to this country!   Follow us @graceofamilitarychildandlife on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn!

    Season 3 Episode 10 - Aubree Trotter - Army BRAT

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2024 17:47


    6 March 2024 Grace of a Military Child and Life Season 3 Episode 10 - Aubree Trotter - Army BRAT   The next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life welcomes 9 year old, U.S. Army BRAT, Aubree Trotter. On this week's episode, Aubree shares what her experiences as a military BRAT are, and how they have shaped her as such a young child. She also talks about some of the fun parts and some of the not-so-fun parts of military life. Thank you to Aubree and her family for their service to this country!   Follow us @graceofamilitarychildandlife on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn!

    Season 3 Episode 9 - Katie Hamlin-Pacheco - Coast Guard Spouse - Occupational Therapist - Author

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2024 37:13


    28 February 2024 Grace of a Military Child and Life Season 3 Episode 9 - Katie Hamlin-Pacheco - Coast Guard Spouse - Occupational Therapist - Author   The next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life welcomes Katie Hamlin-Pacheco, U.S. Coast Guard Spouse, Occupational Therapist, and author of “My Flight Suit Pocket.” Using her family's military life experiences, Katie put pen to paper to help children cope with the struggles of military life and deployment. Thank you to Katie and her family for their service to this country!   Follow us @graceofamilitarychildandlife on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn!   Subscribe to GOAMCL wherever you listen to podcasts!

    Season 3 Episode 8 - Sarah Doran - Army BRAT - Army Veteran - Army Spouse - Author

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2024 32:15


    21 February 2024 Grace of a Military Child and Life Season 3 Episode 8 - Sarah Doran - Army BRAT - Army Veteran - Army Spouse - Author   The next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life welcomes back Sarah Doran, U.S. Army Veteran, U.S. Army BRAT, U.S. Army Veteran Spouse. Sarah is the author to “The Peppered Sky” and upcoming book “Sleeping Giants.” She advocates for military children and the military community as a whole. If you haven't listened to Sarah's first episode on GOAMCL, go check out Season 1 Episode 74! Thank you to Sarah and her family for their service to this country!   Follow us @graceofamilitarychildandlife on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn!   Subscribe to GOAMCL wherever you listen to podcasts!

    Season 3 Episode 7 - Alyssa Jackson - Army Veteran - Air Force Wife - Homefront Chronicles Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2024 41:42


    14 February 2024 Grace of a Military Child and Life Season 3 Episode 7 - Alyssa Jackson - Army Veteran - Air Force Wife - Homefront Chronicles Podcast   The next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life welcomes Alyssa Jackson, U.S. Army Veteran, U.S. Air Force wife, and fellow podcast host. Alyssa hosts the Homefront Chronicles Podcast where she shares an insight on her life. I am excited to have Alyssa on this episode of the podcast and give her the opportunity to share more about her life. Thank you to Alyssa and her family for their service to this country!   Follow us @graceofamilitarychildandlife on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn!   Subscribe to GOAMCL wherever you listen to podcasts!

    Season 3 Episode 6 - Dr. Marguerite Barnett - Army Child, Air Force Child, Army Veteran

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2024 31:57


    7 February 2024 Grace of a Military Child and Life Season 3 Episode 6 - Dr. Marguerite Barnett - Army Child, Air Force Child, Army Veteran   The next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life welcomes Dr. Marguerite Barnett, U.S. Army and Air Force child. Marguerite was inspired by both her bio and adopted father's service, wanted to attend medical school and joined the U.S. Army herself to be able to do so. Thank you to Marguerite and her family for their service to this country!   Follow us @graceofamilitarychildandlife on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn!   Subscribe to GOAMCL wherever you listen to podcasts!

    Season 3 Episode 5 - Ami Bakken - Army Spouse

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2024 36:00


    31 January 2024 Grace of a Military Child and Life Season 3 Episode 5 - Ami Bakken - Army Spouse   The next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life welcomes Ami Bakken, U.S. Army Spouse. Ami and her husband have five sweet children and have moved around the country seven different times. Thank you to Ami and her family for their service to this country!   Follow us @graceofamilitarychildandlife on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn!   Subscribe to GOAMCL wherever you listen to podcasts!

    Season 3 Episode 4 - Jan Lasley - Navy BRAT and Air Force Spouse

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2024 34:34


    24 January 2024 Grace of a Military Child and Life Season 3 Episode 4 - Jan Lasley - Navy Child - Air Force Spouse   The next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life welcomes Jan Lasley, U.S. Navy Child and U.S. Air Force Wife. Jan has been moving as part of the military life since she was 6 months old. After marrying in the Air Force, her son also joined the U.S. Navy in his Grandfather's footsteps. Thank you to Jan and her family for their service to this country!   Follow us @graceofamilitarychildandlife on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn!   Subscribe to GOAMCL wherever you listen to podcasts!

    Season 3 Episode 3 - Marina Callahan - Army Spouse

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2024 35:01


    17 January 2024 Grace of a Military Child and Life Season 3 Episode 3 - Marina Callahan - Army Spouse   The next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life welcomes Marina Callahan, U.S. Army Spouse. Marina's husband served in the U.S. Army - giving her the opportunity to move from the west coast of Florida, to Alaska. Not coming from a military background, she found immediate connection with other military spouses and family members. Thank you to Marina and her husband for their service to the country!   Follow us @graceofamilitarychildandlife on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn!   Subscribe to GOAMCL wherever you listen to podcasts!

    S3: Episode 3: Marna

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2024 37:00


    10 January 2024 Grace of a Military Child and Life Season 3 Episode 2 - Marna Randall - Army BRAT   The next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life welcomes Marna Randall, U.S. Army BRAT. Marna's father served during the World War II era and after. Being so connected to military life as a child, Marna began teaching military children at DoD schools. She was able to connect with military children after having her own experiences as a military child. Thank you to Marna and her family for their service to this country!   Follow us @graceofamilitarychildandlife on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn!   Subscribe to GOAMCL wherever you listen to podcasts!

    S3: Episode 1: Barbara

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 30:56


    3 January 2024 Grace of a Military Child and Life Season 3 Episode 1 - Barbara Secor - Army Spouse - SOWF Director of Programs   In the first episode of 2024, Grace of a Military Child and Life welcomes Barbara Secor, Military Spouse and Special Operations Warrior Foundation Director of Programs to the podcast! Barbara's husband is currently serving in the U.S. Army Active Guard Reserve and is set to retire in later this year. During his time in service, Barbara continued to pursue her career as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor despite the challenges that would come her way. Thank you to Barbara and her family for their service to this country!   https://specialops.org/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbarasecor/

    S2: Episode: 37: Delaney

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2023 27:38


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Delaney! Delaney is a U.S. Army spouse and her husband is currently a Chaplain Candidate. She shares her journey on Instagram. Tune in to hear more about Delaney and her journey as a military spouse!

    S2: Episode 36: Dustin

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2023 24:31


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Dustin! Dustin is a U.S. Navy BRAT. Tune in to hear more about Dustin and the many experiences he had as a military BRAT!

    S2: Episode 35: Vianca

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2023 35:13


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Vianca! Vianca is a U.S. Marine veteran and U.S. Navy spouse. She is also a published author and is working to advocate for mental health disorders in the military. Tune in to hear more about Vianca's journey as a veteran and spouse!

    S2: Episode 34: Kiara

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2023 23:09


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Kiara! She is both a military BRAT and a military spouse. Kiara is a licensed esthetician and plans to finish her college degree. Tune in to hear more about Kiara's journey as both a military child and spouse!

    S2: Episode 33: Christine

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2023 51:50


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Christine! Christine is a U.S. Army spouse and while she did not meet her spouse until after his service, she is still experiencing the aftermath to this date. Her husband was injured while on deployment and she has since learned how to navigate the aspects of combat veteran life. Tune in to hear more of Christine's journey of being a military spouse!

    S2: Episode 32: Nazeraeh

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2023 31:30


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Nazeraeh! Her dad served in the U.S. Army and was killed in action when she was just 6 years old. She turned her struggles into strength - especially after losing her mom. Tune in to hear more about Nazeraeh's incredible journey!

    S2: Episode 31: Ashlee

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2023 40:48


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Ashlee! She began as a U.S. Coast Guard Reserve wife before her husband chose to join the U.S. Army. Ashlee is also an entrepreneur running her business - The Woman and Warrior Co. Turn in to hear more about Ashlee's journey!

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    S2: Episode 30: Hannah

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2023 35:33


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Hannah! Her dad served in the U.S. Army before being killed in action when she was just 6 years old. Tune in to hear more about Hannah's journey through life and her appreciation for the military world!

    S2: Episode 29: Katie

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2023 41:34


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Katie! Her husband is currently serving in the U.S. Navy. Katie is a former nurse and due to the struggles of moving, she has turned towards art and has begun a business to showcase military life - Love and Lettering by Katie. Tune in to hear more about Katie's journey!

    S2: Episode 28: Sarah

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2023 27:39


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Sarah! Her dad is currently serving in the U.S. Navy. Sarah is 13 and is very thankful to be a military child. Tune in to hear more about Sarah's journey as a military child!

    S2: Episode 27: Molly Rose

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2023 24:00


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Molly Rose! Her husband is currently serving in the U.S. Air Force. Molly Rose recognized the challenges of employment for military spouses and has made a difference. Tune in to hear more of Molly Rose's story!

    S2: Episode 26: Madyson

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2023 40:56


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Jack! His dad served in the U.S. Army. Jack and Gracie met over a decade back when both their families were stationed at Fort Sam Houston - and both from Cleveland, Ohio. Tune in to hear more about Jack's story!

    S2: Episode 25: Jack

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2023 26:14


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Jack! His dad served in the U.S. Army. Jack and Gracie met over a decade back when both their families were stationed at Fort Sam Houston - and both from Cleveland, Ohio. Tune in to hear more about Jack's story!

    S2: Episode 24:Dr. Lindsay Cavanagh

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2023 35:41


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Dr. Lindsay Cavanagh. Her husband is currently serving in the U.S. Navy. Lindsay has used her knowledge of psychology and her experiences as a military spouse to become a military marriage coach. Tune in to hear more about Dr. Lindsay Cavanagh!

    S2: Episode 23: Chloe and Jewaliana

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2023 42:06


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Chloe and Jewaliana. They are best friends who met because of their parent's service in the U.S. Military. Chloe and Jewaliana have also launched their own podcast Military Bratz Podcast. Tune in to hear more about their journey are military BRATS!

    S2: Episode 22: Olivia

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2023 29:36


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Olivia! Her husband is currently serving in the U.S. Navy! Olivia hopes to share her military spouse journey and provide encouragement to others through her social media. Tune in to hear more of her story!

    S2: Episode 21: Carolyn

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2023 19:04


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Carolyn! Carolyn is a U.S. Army BRAT. Her dad served during the Vietnam War. To help cope, Carolyn has written a book for other children. Tune in to hear more of her story!

    S2: Episode 20: Erin

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2023 32:55


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Erin! She is currently a Navy spouse who started The Dainty Forces Co when she wanted to support her husband by wearing jewelry. Tune in to hear more of Erin's story!

    S2: Episode 19: Isabella

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2023 29:03


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Isabella! Both of Isabella's parents serve in the U.S. Air Force and are also divorced. Tune in to hear the joys and struggles of Isabella's life as a military child!

    S2: Episode 18: Sara

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2023 32:12


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Sara! She served in the U.S. Army and her husband is currently serving in the U.S. Army. Tune in to hear more of Sara's journey!

    S2: Episode 17: Xiomara and Jaela

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2023 30:34


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes back Xiomara and also welcomes her friend Jaela! They are both military children who met while they were stationed overseas and have been friends ever since! Tune in to hear more of Xiomara and Jaela's stories!

    S2: Episode 16: Shelby

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 58:50


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes back Shelby! She is an Air Force wife who has grown a platform on Instagram and is also finding so many ways to share the military, mom, and teacher life with her community. Tune in to hear more of Shelby's story!

    S2: Episode 15: Megan

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2023 38:03


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Megan! Her dad served in the U.S. Air Force, and her husband is currently serving in the U.S. Marine Corps. Tune in to hear more of Megan's story!

    S2: Episode 14: Lynzee

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2023 47:31


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Lynzee! Lynzee's husband is currently serving in the U.S. Army. Lynzee is an author and started a podcast with her mom. Tune in to hear more of Lynzee's story!

    S2: Episode 13: Sarah

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2023 24:27


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Sarah! Her dad served in the U.S. Navy, and her husband is currently serving in the U.S. Navy. She is also a published author and speech therapist. Tune in to hear more of Sarah's story!

    S2: Episode 12:Becca

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2023 32:02


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Becca! Her husband is currently serving in the U.S. Army Reserve. Becca is also a published children's book author. Tune in to hear more of Becca's story!

    S2: Episode 11:Alyssa

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2023 39:39


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Alyssa! Her dad is currently serving in the U.S. Army. Alyssa also shares her experiences living in Germany. Tune in to hear more of Alyssa's story!

    S2: Episode 10: Erin

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2023 32:58


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Erin. Her husband is currently serving in the U.S. Marine Corps. Erin also supports military spouses on her Instagram page. Tune in to hear more of Erin's story!

    S2: Episode 9: Addison

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2023 42:30


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Addison. Her dad served in the U.S. Air Force. She has lived in Germany and loves sharing about her journey as a military BRAT! Tune in to hear more of Addison's story!

    S2: Episode 8: Megan

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2023 22:58


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Megan. Her husband is currently serving in the U.S. Military and she is a bookkeeper. Tune in to hear more of Megan's journey!

    S2: Episode 7: Bob

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2023 31:35


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Bob. He is a military BRAT and veteran. Bob is also the author of From Success to Service. Tune in to hear more of Bob's story.

    S2: Episode 6: Carol

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2023 28:23


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Carol. Her husband is a U.S. Air Force veteran. Carol is proud of her husband's service and the experience she and her children have had because it. Tune in to hear more of Carol's story!

    S2: Episode 5: Sam

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2023 29:43


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Sam. His dad served in the U.S. Army, being injured in Afghanistan - losing his right leg. Tune to in hear most of Sam's story!

    S2: Episode 4 Sykora

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2023 32:14


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Sykora. Her husband is currently serving in the U.S. Army. Sykora is encouraged to help other military families navigate this life. Tune in to hear more of Sykora's story!

    S2: Episode 3: Lorelie

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2023 33:55


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Lorelei. Her dad served in the U.S. Army and her older brother served in the U.S. Navy. She also writes for Bloom Military Teens. Tune in to hear more of Lorelei's journey of being a military child and sibling!

    S2: Episode 2: Lacey

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2023 31:06


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Lacey. She is a prior U.S. Army veteran herself and is now a U.S. Army spouse. Thank you Lacey, for your service! Tune in to hear more of Lacey's story!

    S2: Episode 1: Gracie

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2023 29:53


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie shares an update about exciting new things happening at GOAMCL! Tune in to hear about everything!

    S2: Episode 67: Monica

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2023 22:34


    On the next episode of Grace of a Military Child and Life, Gracie welcomes Monica. Her husband is currently serving in the U.S. Air Force. Monica has a published children's book, Maggie the Military Rat coming soon. Tune in to hear more about Monica's story!

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