Oh… Military Life! This is likely what brought you to Mission: Milspouse in the first place. It is what binds the military community together with its wildly unique lifestyle.
Whether you are here to learn how to better live in this military life, how to support a loved one who is living the military lifestyle, or to see if this lifestyle is something you may like to be a part of, you have come to the right place.
Here at Mission: Milispouse the military lifestyle is what inspires us, drives our home lives, our moves, and our service member’s career, and gives us a camaraderie like no other. So welcome friend, take a seat and read more about all things that make us who we are and make the military lifestyle a life like no other!
Did you know that July 11, is National Cheer Up The Lonely Day? I had no idea that such a day even existed but wasn’t surprised. Quite honestly, I could use a little “cheering up” myself, just like some of you.
While my husband is away on his “mission,” I am “holding down the fort,” “keeping the lights on,” or whatever other phrase you want to use. Something we, as military spouses, are more than accustomed to doing.
I have heard this military life called a roller coaster, but what about the other amusement park rides? This summer, many of you are boarding the PCS roller coaster with me and my frequent park buddy Tara.
No matter who you are, where you come from, or what you believe, I think we can all agree on something—love.
As military spouses, we are faced with numerous challenges: Moving every two years, being without our spouse for long periods of time, deciphering the washing instructions on uniforms.
But, one of the things that binds us together is our ability to meet these challenges and to adapt and overcome.
Let’s talk for a minute about Memorial Day as observed in the United States.
From General Order No. 11 , May 15, 1868, by General John A. Logan, on the creation of Memorial Day (known then as Decoration Day):
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