    
      Where Mindfulness Meets Storytelling
    
      — Welcome to the Wondering.Waves Blog
    
  Here, you can find heartfelt stories of military life, creative crafting adventures, mindful reflections, and the everyday magic of food, travel, and community connection. I’m Latosha, a military spouse and storyteller inspired by a legacy of creative women, sharing practical resources and gentle encouragement to help military families and creatives find resilience, joy, and a sense of belonging wherever life takes them. Whether you’re seeking inspiration, comfort, or simply a reminder that your story matters, you’re warmly invited to explore and make yourself at home here at Wondering.Waves.
  
  With warmth and wonder,
Latosha & Matthew

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Mindfulness & Personal Growth Stories and tools for mindful living and personal reflection. Military Family Life & Community Resources and stories for military spouses and families.

Creative Living & Crafting COMING SOON DIY, creative routines, and cozy crafts.

Books, Cafés & Cozy Places Book reviews and favorite local spots. Food & Comfort Comfort food recipes and rituals. Travel & Adventure Travel diaries and everyday adventures. Recovery Waves Shoulder recovery updates, told softly—because pain and progress both come in waves.

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Baking Belonging: Apple Turnovers, Volunteering, and Rebuilding My Village

Baking apple turnovers isn’t just about comfort food—it’s about honoring family traditions, building community, and finding belonging wherever life takes you. Join me as I share the story behind my grandma’s apple turnovers, the heart of volunteering, and how small acts of care create sweeter, stronger communities. Plus: a cozy recipe at the end!