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Fast fact: Our blog will publish it’s 3000th (yes, you read that right!) blog post in 2023. All of the content is brought to you by empowered experience volunteer bloggers and insightful expert bloggers. You name a topic that a military spouse or organization could write about, we’ve probably got it. Current topics include PCS, deployment, parenting, finances, solidarity, humor, milspouse experiences, expert advice, and more. And if you don’t find what you’re looking for, you can always join us as a blogger to share your story!

AROO! AROO! AROO!

by | Nov 25, 2019 | , ,

Only the crazies are going to understand that there blog title, so if that’s you, I fully expect you to stop whatever you’re doing and make that sound. Go on ahead, take a second, Carol, sitting there on the toilet at work… I’m proud of your dedication!

Now, for the rest of the sane folks wondering what on earth just happened, that sound is the battle cry of the Spartans. No, not the scantily-clad men from the movie 300 (well, hello, Gerard Butler), but those of us who willingly pay money to roll around in the mud, shedding blood, sweat, and tears, all for a cool medal and a banana at the end.

I’m not joking—you literally have to jump over fire for that banana.

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6 Tips for Selling Your Home in Winter

by | Nov 24, 2019 | , ,

Are you selling your home this holiday season? You’re probably aware that spring and summer are known for being the best time to sell a home. But if you’re military with orders in hand, waiting a few extra months for the traditional moving season to roll in might not be a luxury you have. You might be surprised to note that there are several advantages to selling your home during the holidays! 

Here are a few ways to prep your home for sale despite the snow:

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First Holiday Season Together as a Military Family

by | Nov 22, 2019 | , , ,

This holiday season will be Trevor’s and my first together as a military family. Sure, we have been together for six years ,and it isn’t our first holiday season together, but as we are approach his two years of service mark, we have only had the chance to celebrate a few holidays physically in the same place since he joined active service.

This is the first year where we are 24-plus hours from where we grew up—last year, Trevor was halfway across the world, but I was able to spend the holidays (and some extra time) visiting family. It is going to be tough for both of us to not be able to see our parents and loved ones back home. I keep trying to come up with ideas for spending the holiday with our new friends and “family” we have added since moving away from home.

Back in our pre-military life, weekends this time of the year would be spent celebrating the holidays with our friends and family.

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Celebrating the Holidays Far From Home

by | Nov 21, 2019 | , , , ,

We have entered that time of year when the hustle and bustle begins. Many of us are planning meals, travel by car or plane, what we’ll pack in our luggage, and exactly what is the best way to tackle a long-distance journey and maintain everyone’s sanity. 

But for some of you, you may live too far away to conveniently travel the distance, or your finances aren’t in a place to support hotel stays, gas, or plane tickets, or you may have new additions to your family and prefer to celebrate in the quiet of your own home or in your own way. Maybe it’s a combination of all three. 

Not everyone enjoys spending the holidays away from family—and for some of us, we feel a deep absence in our hearts. 

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10 Tips for Handling the “Holiday Blues”

by | Nov 20, 2019 | , ,

For many service members, veterans, and their families, the holidays are a great time of laughter, cheer, and togetherness. However, we also know that for some of us, the holidays can be a difficult time.

We may remember family members, friends, and battle buddies who are no longer with us to celebrate the season. Although we feel the loss all year long, these feelings of sadness and loss are heightened during the holidays. This can mean an increase in depression and anxiety symptoms. If you experience these types of emotions during the holidays, please be honest with yourself and take the necessary actions to reduce stress.

To start, try your best to prevent an increase in levels of stress and depression. An article released by the Mayo Clinic recommends several tips to help prevent and reduce stress and depression during the holiday season

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News 6 Report: Nov. 18 Mashup

by | Nov 19, 2019 | , ,

Here are our stop stories for the week of Nov. 18:

• SHURI CASTLE, UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE, DESTROYED
• NEW NAME, NEW FOCUS FOR FRGs
• NEW INDEFINITE ENLISTMENTS FOR AIR FORCE
• VETERAN-OWNED TECH COMPANY OFFERS AN OUT-OF-THE-BOX RECRUITMENT SOLUTION
• THANKSGIVING FUN

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