To date or not date a Marine? That is the question. If your heart is already with a Marine, you understand the challenges of a military relationship. While there are certainly some downsides to dating a Marine, if you’re the perfect fit as a couple, you’ll likely see more pros than cons. And, sometimes, you […]
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How do you make friends as a Milspouse?
MilSpouseIf you’re new in town, do you wonder: How do you make friends as a military spouse? As an adult, friendships aren’t as easy as they were when we were kids. You can’t exactly go up to someone on the swing set and say, “Let’s be friends.” But, you can put yourself out there. From […]
Military spouse preference: What is it and how does it help?
Family ResourcesMoving your career each time your spouse gets orders can be exhausting. But what if you could make that process easier? You do have a unique hiring path opportunity to take advantage of at each duty station. As a military spouse, you may be eligible for something called military spouse employment preference or MSP, for […]
OPSEC rules: 5 ways to remember what not to share
MilSpouseNo matter which branch your loved one is in, Operations Security (OPSEC) is a necessary part of military life. First and foremost, it’s important to understand that OPSEC is not meant to prohibit freedom of speech. When details are added up from various sources, any content shared via social media or through letters that may […]
Getting through your first military deployment as a couple
MilSpouseIf you’ve just gotten the news that your loved one is about to go on their first military deployment, you’re probably feeling pretty overwhelmed. Once the feelings settle, you may be wondering how to get through your first deployment. Relationships do change when your loved one deploys. When you put miles and time zones between […]
9 things you didn’t know about the US Air Force
LifestyleSince its official inception in 1947, the United States Air Force has been a force to be reckoned with. The second-largest branch of the military has over 325,000 active-duty members. While it may be among the youngest of the five military branches, its power is clear. From flying exclusive missions to breaking sound barrier records […]
Five military dogs whose names you’ll want to remember
HistoryThroughout history, quite a few names have made history books — a few of those names are military dogs. From the beginning of war times, dogs have accompanied their companions into battle. Since the 1800s, the military has used the sharp senses of dogs to achieve objectives. Not only have military working dogs provided a sense […]
How to keep your military family feeling close during deployment
LifestyleMilitary families are as tough as nails. When you face uncertainty on a regular basis — including deployments — resilience is a skill that tends to build rather fast. Part of that military “toughness” as a family is learning to stay connected no matter how far the government sends your service member. It’s a must to connect […]
Memorial Day 2021: Ways to Honor The Fallen This Weekend
LifestyleMemorial Day may be one of the most important holidays to our military community. On the last Monday of every May, our nation honors those who gave the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country. This federal holiday is not to be confused with Veterans Day, which celebrates all military service personnel, or Armed Forces Day, […]
The essential tax tips every self-employed Milspouse should know
CareerIt’s that time of year again — tax time. Ready for some tax tips? If you’re groaning, you’re not alone. Nobody likes taxes, but if you’re a military spouse who is self-employed, it can feel even more challenging. As a military spouse, you may have a side hustle or consider yourself self-employed. If that’s the […]
