MILSPOUSE BLOG
I love PCS season! After 10 moves in the last 19 years, I still thrive on turning my type-A, task-driven mind into a weapon of mass organization. Last spring, my dear husband came with orders for a cross-country move. Due to the logistics of having to coordinate multiple travel plans over five weeks, we chose…
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For me, the goal of a vacation is to fully unplug and recharge. So when my husband and I experienced travel issues during our recent vacation, it was stressful and led to unexpected expenses, which led to even more stress! The irony is that we spent a year planning and saving up for this big…
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As a military spouse, you may not wear a uniform, but you strengthen our nation and our military every single day. You do so by serving as a rock for your family, your service member, our military and our country. You build community and hold us together. In my time as a military spouse, I…
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What better way is there to celebrate the Month of the Military Child than by giving your kids the tools they need to secure their financial future? This month, I’m passing on some great resources and tips that I use with my own kids that can aid you in teaching your children about money, even…
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There’s nothing like spring! I love the renewal of the season, warmer weather, blooming flowers and (yes) getting to spring clean. Why do I love spring cleaning? When completed, I feel I’ve accomplished something and that makes me feel good. It reduces my stress and gives me a sense of control over my life —…
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It’s often a difficult decision to end a marriage. Or sometimes it may come as a surprise. Either way, it’s the end of a chapter, which can be a challenging transition. As with many challenges, it also offers the opportunity to persevere and prevail. Several years ago, I was facing a divorce. I had two…
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Military spouses are the lifeblood of the military family. You wear many hats whether you’re home managing the household, pursuing your own career, or also serve in the military. For MilSpouse Appreciation 2022, we strive to praise and build this unique community. Strength comes through sharing personal experiences and lessons learned. Let’s face it, when…
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Frequent moves, employment challenges, training exercises, deployments, living away from your support network. As a military spouse, it is likely you have had to navigate your way through some or all of these hurdles. You may even be going through a few right now. These experiences can be hard logistically and emotionally. They can…
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Owning a pet can be a rewarding experience for the entire family. A pet provides companionship throughout all types of life changes, including moving or deployment of a Service member. Families with children experience the benefit of owning a pet to help teach children about compassion and responsibility. But it also comes with a price…
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Registration for fall sports and activities is in full swing! Kids’ activities can be pricey and add up quickly! Play offense and make plans to avoid blowing your budget. The key is to do your homework, ask good questions up front, and factor everything into your spending plan – even some extra laundry detergent for…
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