Night shift: two words that send shivers down any spouse’s spine. Although it’s expected and you know it’s coming, it’s still hard to hear and wrap your head around. Of course, it’s harder than day shift, or even weekend shifts because you’re preoccupied during the day. It’s when the sun goes down, the other side of the kitchen table is empty, and the house is quiet that you start to miss your better half. But what if I told you night shift doesn’t have to be a horrible thing" Here are a few ways you can actually enjoy night shift when you’re married to a serviceman or first responder.
Schedule a Delivery for Dinner Meal Kits
Dinner is tricky when you’re cooking for one, or when you even just lose a person at the table. A prepackaged dinner plan can help you during these times. There are plenty of brands out there to choose from that offer a variety of options like vegan, gluten-free, etc. Most also offer an option to start and stop deliveries for the weeks or months you’re back on a normal schedule. Save the leftovers for the next day’s lunch or for you first responder to eat when they get home. Using a meal kit delivery service will also keep you from wasting groceries, as well as allow you to try new foods that your spouse may not like. Work on a Project or Hobby

Night shift means that your spouse will need a quiet house during the day to sleep. During this time, get yourself out of the house ...