Book excerpt: Xiomara is very proud of her mom; she is in the military. Mars (as her mom calls her) loves eating new foods, meeting new friends, and learning new languages. Mostly, she loves moving with her mom to new places. So, when her mother announces she has received orders, Mars is elated. She dances her happy dance as she tries to guess where they will move. “Mars, you cannot go with me,” her mom announces. Mars is so confused! Why can’t she go? Where will she live? Mars will soon discover the answers to her questions, but more importantly, she will learn so much more. When Life Gives, Us Wind is an excellent tool for any single parent serving in the military. It is also great for any child facing the challenges of temporarily being away from home. This book also highlights the joys of being in a multi-generational family.