Did you know… Mission: Milspouse published its 3000th blog post in 2023 and is still growing!
What this “most of the time” Introvert wants you to know
What this “most of the time” Introvert wants you to know.
Impacts of the Pandemic on Eating and Exercise Behaviors
By now, you have experienced at least some of the impacts of COVID-19, whether that’s social, financial, or changes to food and exercise behaviors.
Consistency in the Inconsistent: Helping Military Children with Special Needs
Consistency is essential in building safe boundaries yet still showing love and care to a child.
Consistency can also help a child feel safe because they’ll always know someone is there to love them and take care of their essential needs as a human. Consistency in the military is almost an oxymoron. As the sun rises every day, I know that my service member’s plans with the military have changed in some aspect. There’s a running joke between military spouses when someone asks how long our service members will be gone, when we’re moving, or where we’re moving, and the answer is usually, “I don’t know.”
Your Sacrifices Mean Something
This week has undoubtedly been difficult as we’ve watched the events unfolding in Afghanistan.
This is a defining moment for us. For the past two decades, as service members, military spouses, and military children, we’ve watched the events unfold overseas in combat zones, always wondering how it would end.
Therapy Dogs Bring Veterans Joy
At the American Red Cross, I’ve seen veterans, service members, and their families touched by animals in so many ways. Recently, I had the pleasure of connecting with Air Force veteran Dan Brusseau and his wife, Kathie, to discuss two things they love—dogs and giving back to the community.
News 6 Mashup: Aug. 9, 2021
Here are the top stories for the week of Aug. 9, 2021, straight from AWN News 6 Correspondent, Jolene McNutt:
• Disinformation Threat to National Stability
• DoD: Masks Reinstated in High-Risk-for-Transmission Areas
• DoD Revamps Career Website
• This Week in History
Running Down Your Dreams, One Step at a Time
Kevin Boyle grasped running from a young age to make it a part of his lifestyle. As you read about Kevin, think of the words determination, commitment, self-confidence, and hard work. As you journey through life, you’ll face obstacles, like work and family challenges. Imagine Kevin running on the track and a hurdle appears. He has the choice was to take the hurdle or go home. It’s never too late to manage your challenges and obstacles. It is time to running down your dreams.
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