Lizann Lightfoot

Lizann Lightfoot, the "Seasoned Spouse" is a Marine Corps wife, mom of 5 kids, and the voice behind the Seasoned Spouse blog. For years, she has shared encouragement and resources to support the military spouse community. With hundreds of published articles in military magazines and websites, plus three published books, she has become a trusted and valuable writer for military families. Lightfoot earned a Bachelor's in English Language and Literature, plus a Master's in Business Administration. Her writing style is informative, engaging, and compassionate.

Her first book, "Welcome to Rota," published in 2015, supports military families with orders to Naval Station Rota, in Southern Spain. It includes tips for moving overseas, an explanation of Spanish food and customs, plus tons of ideas for local shopping, dining, and day trips.

Her second book, "The Ultimate Deployment Guide" is a workbook that help military spouses feel more prepared and confident about a deployment. With checklists, helpful recommendations, and useful tips, the Guide is an excellent companion to Lightfoot's "Deployment Masterclass," which is available though her Seasoned Spouse website.

Her third book, "Open When: Letters of Encouragement for Military Spouses," is the first to be selected for selected for traditional publishing, through Elva Resa Publishing, distributed by Military Family Books. This collection of letters for military spouses offers encouraging words and practical advice throughout your military life journey. Whether you are celebrating a milestone, surviving an unfamiliar challenge, or feeling unheard, you are not alone. Lizann’s Open When letters deliver that special message from a friend who understands, whenever you need reassurance, helpful ideas, or a simple reminder of your own strength.

Lightfoot has been with her service member through all 20 years of his military career, and he is still serving as an active duty Marine. She continues to write freelance articles, but also works as a professional editor for a military-affiliated company. After 7 deployments and 6 PCS moves, she hopes to "retire" to Pennsylvania.