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From job search advice to disaster relief, our Expert bloggers have something for everyone. We have a whole Brigade of military spouse support resources all on one page. Maybe you are looking for rental advice as you PCS, or maybe you need mental health resources. Perhaps you just need a pep talk from a career expert, or maybe you just want to lace up for the Army 10 Miler and need a plan! Find your Expert and let the resource recon begin. Want to know more about the empowering experts behind-the-screen?  All of our Expert profiles are listed on our Band of Blogger page.

The 5 Best National Parks for Family Trips

The 5 Best National Parks for Family Trips

by | Jan 5, 2015 | , ,

Depending on where you live, there’s a good chance you won’t have to leave the state to find a super low-cost, amazing vacation spot. I’m talking about our national parks, most of which offer a range of activities, from just plain fun, to educational, to knock-your-socks-off gorgeous hikes in nature. Whether you’re planning to spend your whole vacation in one place or want to explore several locations, the National Park Foundation and the National Park Service can help you find a park that suits your needs.

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The Bright Side of a PCS

The Bright Side of a PCS

by | Jan 5, 2015 | , ,

With their many moves, most military families develop a course of action, one that likely engenders more scrutiny for improvement than any other element of military family life. We have our own, and though our movers think we’re strange, my little military family sees the bright side of a PCS.

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Make Your Rental a Home for the Holidays

Make Your Rental a Home for the Holidays

by | Dec 6, 2014 | , ,

Moving around is rarely easy for military families, but it seems like it’s especially tough around the end of the year, when you want to feel at home with your family in the midst of the hectic holiday season. Whether you have just moved or are about to, what can you do to make your rental property more inviting and festive? How can you turn your temporary home into a comforting, welcoming place where you’ll still be able to make treasured memories?

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Analyzing the Job Description

Analyzing the Job Description

by | Dec 5, 2014 | , ,

Getting a job is not rocket science, but the vast amount of conflicting information published on the internet can make the job hunt confusing.

One of the biggest causes of confusion is the dreaded generic form email saying, “the position was filled,” that applicants receive after they have sent their resume off to a company.

Usually, when I coach a candidate who has a special skill, is qualified, and meets the additional assets for a position, but is still not getting interviews, I know they left critical information off their resume.

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How to Prepare for a House Hunting Trip

How to Prepare for a House Hunting Trip

by | Dec 1, 2014 | , ,

Aside from a couple of incredibly organized friends who don’t have to account for children, pets, and other such accoutrements that make house hunting more challenging, most military families who received orders for a summer move have not yet found a home. For the most part, fortunately, they’ve moved beyond the denial stage to accept the reality of the situation—moving will happen this summer, so the two processes of packing and house hunting must begin!

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