Celebrating Together in the Trenches: A Moment of Gratitude and Triumph

When I first sat down to write Together in the Trenches, I had no idea how it would resonate with others. I simply wanted to tell the truth—our truth—as a family navigating the complex and often messy realities of life with a loved one in the military. This book was born from a desire to create something honest, something raw, and something that could help families like ours feel seen, understood, and, most importantly, not alone.

And today, as I share this milestone, my heart is overflowing with gratitude. Together in the Trenches has made it to #26 on Amazon’s Best Sellers list for Military Families and #4 on the New Releases list. These numbers aren’t just a ranking; they’re a reminder of how deeply our shared stories matter.

But let me pause here.

This isn’t just my celebration—it’s ours.

If you’ve read the book, shared it with a friend, or even whispered, “Me too,” as you turned the pages, this moment belongs to you too. Each message, review, and quiet nod of understanding is a thread that ties us together in a tapestry of resilience, love, and hope.

Writing this book wasn’t easy. Reliving the tough moments, the sleepless nights, and the days when holding it all together felt impossible took a toll. There were moments I doubted myself, wondering if anyone would care or connect. But then, I remembered why I started: because our stories—stories of triumph over adversity, of leaning on faith when strength feels thin, and of finding light in the trenches—need to be told.

To those who have supported this journey, I see you. You’re the heartbeats behind every success, every milestone, and every single copy sold. And to my family, whose sacrifices and love fuel my words, you are the soul of this book.

As I celebrate this milestone, I also celebrate the stories yet to be written, the families still navigating their trenches, and the hope that continues to rise, even in the darkest valleys.

If you haven’t yet read Together in the Trenches, my hope is that when you do, you find a safe space within its pages—a space to cry, to laugh, to heal, and to know you’re never alone.

Here’s to more shared stories, more milestones, and more moments of connection. Together, we are stronger. Together, we thrive.

With gratitude,

Jasmine Rush

P.S. If Together in the Trenches has touched you in any way, I’d love to hear your story. Let’s keep this conversation going—because together, we’re building a community that refuses to let anyone feel alone in the trenches.