Did you know… Mission: Milspouse published its 3000th blog post in 2023 and is still growing!
How TRICARE Covers Durable Medical Equipment
You may know someone who uses a wheelchair or walker to help increase their mobility. But did you know that these items are just a few of many that TRICARE may cover as durable medical equipment? Read below to learn more about how TRICARE covers DME.
News 6 Report: Ways to Help Your Marriage and Careers Thrive
Army.com recently reported on a dual military couple, Lt. Gen. James Richardson and Lt. Gen. Laura Richardson, who have overcome challenges in a unique dual-serving status.
James and Laura Richardson have been married for 33 years. Laura is the first female general to ever command U.S. Army North. Both Laura and her husband, James, have risen to the rank of Lieutenant General. A feat not easy with separations due to deployments and duty assignments.
Effective Leadership: Do You Have the Right Stuff?
You asked for it, so here you go, leaders!
Being a leader is no joke and definitely not for the faint of heart, so I challenge you to read on and be conscious, cognizant, and self-aware with an open-mind if you have the right stuff to lead.
Are you currently serving in a leadership role, position, or thinking about stepping up to do so?
Do you have a formula, method, or series of questions that need solid answers before you make the committed decision to lead or do you automatically jump right in and hope you figure it out along the way?
Little People, Big Emotions
There I was, that mom with a screaming toddler on the floor of Chipotle. My blood pressure began to rise, I started to feel my facial pores open up, and could feel my oversupply of milk leaking. There I was, with two small humans and no spouse.
There I was, feeling like a failure.
Being a mother to a toddler is full of amazing firsts, a lot of joy, and a heart filled with love. It can also bring about challenging times. On top of those challenging times, let’s add in a new baby sister to the mix and a deployed dad. As a mother, you start to see these big emotions come through in your child—you want to help, but don’t know how. That night at Chipotle, I knew something had to change or it was going to be a long deployment.
Build Your Own Boat
Let’s pretend that you’ve just received orders to the East Coast and you have 30 days to PCS. You bring what you have and hope that you’re prepared enough for the move.
Now, let’s pretend that the week you arrive, there’s a hurricane. It floods your garage, tosses a trampoline through your window, and drops a tree onto your only vehicle. That is called unpredictability, and it’s most inconsiderate.
What if you could go back thirty days and do it all over again, knowing then what you know now? Would you do things differently? I bet you would. That is called preparedness. It is your best defense against unpredictability.
News 6 Report: Volunteers Needed for Army Museum
The National Museum of the United States Army is actively seeking volunteers.
The National Museum of the United States Army will be opening mid-2020 as a joint effort between the U.S. Army and a non-profit organization, The Army Historical Foundation. The museum will celebrate over 240 years of Army history and honor.
Ideal volunteers include those who are passionate about the U.S. Army and sharing the stories of over 30 million men and women who have worn the uniform throughout our nation’s history. Specific volunteer needs include visitor services, special events, tours, education, gardening and administration. More details can be found by clicking here. This is a great opportunity for those local to Fort Belvoir to get involved with the museum at the ground floor.
6 Tips for Finding the Perfect Rental Home
Consider your choice to rent a home a significant and definitive step in the PCS process. Here’s to one less problem to solve! When it comes down to choosing a rental home, there can never be too many tips, but we’ve rounded up the best ones to point you in the right direction to hopefully avoid disappointment.
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