Dear, Field Problems:
Something I wanted to address and have you answer for me is “flag etiquette.” I see so many times that our citizens are flying our flag. As proud as I am to see this, I see them tattered and torn, flown at all times and in all types of weather. Are there any rules on how to properly care for them or restrictions on their use? If there is, I thought this would be great advice to share around Flag Day or Independence Day to your readers.
Judy; parent of a service member
Dear, Field Problems:
I have been married to my husband for eight months. He has been in OSUT the last three months and will be graduating soon. He will be stationed at Fort Stewart, Georgia, right after graduation. and it will be our first duty station.
I am currently living in Illinois. I’d like to get advice or tips on moving (especially your first move) in the Army. I also have some general questions: What do you wish you had known before your first move? Should I go with him or stay here until he gets settled and then move there? Where do I find information on housing and communities in the area?
Amanda; new military spouse
Dear, Field Problems:
I am expecting my fiancé back next month for his two weeks of R&R. I was interested in hearing topics on ideas for R&R and the best ways to spend time together without it being too overwhelming or underwhelming for that matter.
Erika; California; Army Reserve fiancée
Dear, Field Problems:
I’m a new Soldier and Family Readiness Group leader. I’m looking for some fun ways to raise funds for our informal funds. Do you have some out-of-the- ordinary ideas that have worked?
Monica; Fort Sill, OK; Army spouse
Dear, Field Problems:
I’m desperately writing hoping you might have a clue about what to do. My sister, whose husband is in the military, just finished her first semester of school. Last semester she qualified for financial aid, and next semester she doesn’t, even though there is no way they can afford it. I am wondering if there are scholarships or grants targeted towards military spouses. She gets a partial scholarship from the school, and she’s really smart, but there is no way she can return in the fall if she doesn’t find help paying for it.
Kristi; Fort Bragg, NC; Army spouse
Dear, Field Problems:
My husband was recently brought back on active duty, so I have become a full-time military spouse. He will be continuing his training at Fort Bragg in a couple of weeks. Prior to my husband being called back to active duty, I worked as a teacher with a master’s degree. Now I am wondering what I can do to get a job on the installation, either teaching or otherwise. Whom would I contact for employment help at Fort Bragg? Also, what is your opinion—is it better to work on or off post? Any help you could pass along will be very helpful.
Emily; en route to Fort Bragg, NC; military spouse
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