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10 Truths About Military Families
Have you ever wondered how a military family really feels about moving? Curious about the places we’ve lived, or our outlook on some things?
Keep Going, Do Not Give Up
I am struggling. Every day, I need to make an intentional decision to keep going. Being intentional with eating healthy (and not snacking on all the extra food that we have in the house), to exercise, and to stay positive. A couple weeks ago I really hit a low point where I was getting depressed and did not see a way out. Everywhere I turned, in the news, Facebook, etc. was COVID-19, and most of it was not positive.
On April 1, I was supposed to take my exam for my certification; I have been studying for it since December 2019. When the exam was cancelled and the exam site closed, I was close to crying. It was hard to see it as a blessing, an opportunity to continue to study, even though I have no idea when I can take my exam.
5 Finance Tips for Military Families During COVID-19
Editor’s note: This post is sponsored by First Command.
By Mark Steffe, CEO/President of First Command
In this unprecedented time in our country, many of us are taking closer look at our personal finances. A global pandemic is new to us all, but First Command has experience coaching military families through the most volatile times. There’s a tendency at times like this to feel a bit helpless, but there are steps you can take now to organize your financial life and ensure that you are on track for your long-term goals.
Here are some suggestions for how to make the most of the current environment.
Memorial Day: Is it Happy or Not?
Over the years, the meaning of Memorial Day has changed for me. Typically, in my early 20’s, Memorial Day was a day that commemorated the beginning of summer. I would spend the whole weekend at the beach with friends enjoying the sunshine. To me, during that season of life, it was “Happy Memorial Day.” I knew nothing different. I was uneducated on the true meaning of Memorial Day.
On “holidays” like Veterans Day, Armed Forces Day, and Memorial Day, I always see a meme on Facebook or Instagram explaining the difference between the three. This meme can be perceived in different ways.
Mandatory Fun: How Attending Social Functions Can Help You
Military life is full of social functions. Every time you turn around, you’ve got an invitation to a Family Readiness Group meeting, a coffee, or a Hail and Farewell. You’ve probably heard social functions comically referred to as “mandatory fun.” It’s no surprise to a service member that they have to attend; the military essentially “owns” their time.
News 6 Mashup: May 11, 2020
Here are the top stories for the week of May 11, 2020, straight from AWN News 6 Correspondent, Jolene McNutt:
• Multi-Billion Dollar Military Move Contract Awarded
* Proning Shelf Prototype to Help COVID-19 Patients
* Beat Stress, Anxiety, Cabin Fever With Quick Workout
* AAFES Sponsors Patriotic Pet Photo Contest
How Staying Home is Changing Fitness Routines
We are going through interesting times now. Many of us are adjusting our lifestyles in ways that we have never had to before. This is the time to look after one another.
I have asked some athletes about the impact of COVID-19 and changes to their lives. All forms of athletic activity are undergoing changes and restrictions.
The new balance includes furloughs, working from home, daycare, and homeschooling. And somewhere on the list is fitness.
Here are some comments about changes from coaches and athletes themselves.
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