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More Than a Walk: Finding the Armed Forces Community in Unexpected Places
I signed up to climb Pen y Fan for charity. That sounds very straightforward when you say it quickly. What I perhaps failed to consider was that I don't really do walking. I definitely don't do hiking. And I was going to turn up to an event where I knew absolutely nobody. So, naturally, I was absolutely terrified.
But what started as a charity walk turned into one of those weekends that reminded me why the Armed Forces community has been such a huge part of my life for so
Joanne Bowmer
Sep 297 min read


From Military Life to Civvy Street: The Things Nobody Tells Us
Leaving military life and moving into your own home is a huge milestone. After years of postings, SFA and having a ready-made community around you, civvy street can feel like a whole new adventure.
There’s the excitement of finally having a home that is truly yours, but also a surprising number of things nobody tells you about.
Amy Lovely
Sep 215 min read


Every Business Needs an Amy (Ours Just Happens to Be Lovely)
A few weeks ago, I introduced you to Amy Lovely. Military spouse. Mum. My PA. Beyond the CV Champion.
But now she's had a little while to settle into the madness that is JB Property Law, I thought it was time for a proper catch-up. Not a polished "meet the team" interview. I wanted to know what it's actually like working with us.
Is genuine flexibility really genuine? Can you build a career around military life and four children?
And, perhaps most importantly, does A
Joanne Bowmer
Aug 266 min read


One Mountain. One Mission. One Regiment. Why I'm Taking on This Challenge.
I'll be joining the Forces Wives Challenge to climb Pen y Fan, the highest mountain in South Wales.
The Forces Wives Challenge brings together women whose partners are serving members of the Armed Forces or veterans, creating opportunities to challenge themselves, build confidence and support one another through adventure.
Joanne Bowmer
Jul 243 min read


A Memorial with Lasting Meaning
On Saturday 27 June 2026, we had the privilege of attending the unveiling of the Welsh Guards Afghanistan Memorial in Wrexham. A deeply moving and significant occasion for serving personnel, veterans, and families.
Joanne Bowmer
Jun 283 min read


Armed Forces Conveyancing: Legal Support That Works Around Military Life
For members of the Armed Forces, moving home is rarely a straightforward transaction. It is shaped by operational demands, sudden relocations, deployments overseas, and the need to make major financial decisions often under time pressure and limited access to legal or financial support.
Joanne Bowmer
Jun 264 min read
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