Welcome spouses of all service branches and all components (active, NG/R, retired) to our M:M Traditions and Protocol team blog series!  The following is a review for your inspiration and guidance the next time you’re invited to or hosting any military event or ceremony! 

All blogs are linked with a brief description below. They also can be collectively found by going to our M:M Traditions and Protocol category and clicking on the corresponding link to the blog.

 Blog Roundup from 2022.

December: Protocol Team’s “Twelve Days of Christmas”   Enjoy the many holiday traditions reminding us of all the wonderful things our soldiers, sailors, marines, coast guardsmen, and airmen have brought us through this military adventure!  

November:  Historically Army!  At the heart of every tradition is a meaningful experience. These are the things that make Army life rich and create our Army culture! 

October: Army Spouse Songs  Music brings esprit de corps; it lifts our spirit and joins people together!  Enjoy these Army spouse songs!

September: A “Coffee Group” Without Coffee   It’s all about spouse camaraderie — sharing knowledge and friendship

August: Hail and Farewells- It’s a Unit Thing!  Welcoming new members of the team and farewelling others is a wonderful tradition in military units.

July: Event Planning Checklist    We share an easy, one-page checklist for events from spouse events, formal to casual parties to SFRG events.

June: Cavalry Spur Ride: But Where are the Horses?  This is a story of spurs, strength and the spirit only spouses can bring to the fight.

May: The Tale of The Traveling TASH   Just like the story of the magical traveling pants that fit each friend perfectly no matter what size or shape they are; The Army Spouse Handbook (TASH) does the same. 

March and April: Etiquette Suggestions for Military Children and Teen Etiquette  Yes, manners are still important for little ones and teens too!

February: Life Lessons Learned at a Coffee  “Everything I Ever Wanted to Know About the Army I Learned at a Coffee” — three categories: military protocol, social life, and sage advice. 

January: Modern Protocol and Evolving Traditions   Here are the NEW Army protocol updates!!!  

Blog Roundup from 2021

December: In the Spirit of Giving.  Army traditions support our families and soldiers, especially during the holidays and the season of giving!!

November: Army Spouse Grog Ceremony  Here is our grog ceremony as we herald our history. 

October: The Gloves Were Us    We share a throwback to glove etiquette!! 

September: Q&A with the Protocol and Etiquette Team   When/how do you reciprocate invitations? What’s in your Army spouse “toolbox”? How to make introductions?

August: The Joys of Entertaining.   The “how-tos” to hosting!!! 

July: Military Weddings: I Do!   Wedding bells are ringing, and your heart is beating with excitement. The military family welcomes you! 

June: Need to Know: Military Balls and Formals  If you aren’t really familiar with these elegant soirees, here are a few simple suggestions that will help you feel more comfortable.

May: Honor and Remember    May we all keep those who served and sacrificed so much for our freedoms not far from our hearts and minds, never to be forgotten. 

April: Army Teas are Steeped in Tradition  The team shares a few insights and a throwback story to help set the stage for future events.

March: Coffees, Pins, and Camaraderie. Unit coffees are an Army tradition that dates back to the days of our very first lady, Martha Washington. Read more about YOUR legacy!!

February: Who Goes First? That is the Question: Reception and Receiving Lines Updated blog 2022 for all services

January: Cheers to New Year’s Receptions.   We share one of the oldest military traditions! 

Blog Roundup from 2020:

December:  Knives, Forks, and Spoons. Enjoy this post about table settings and “dressing” the table!

November: You’re Invited: Q & A with the Protocol & Etiquette Team  What military events may my children attend? What about drinking alcohol?  If I can’t go to an event that I signed up for, do I still have to pay? Books for my Spouse Reference Library? All these questions and more are answered in this blog.

October: National Flag Etiquette: Memorial Day and Veterans Day/ Learn the significance and difference between Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day.

 September: Thank-You Notes and Beyond. Just a few meaningful thoughts — gratitude, complimentary comments ending with a nice “Warm Regards, Love or Hugs”!

August: Dress for the Occasion  A guide for what to wear from a casual event to a formal ball.

July:  You’re Invited: Military Protocol and Traditions Explained.  Our introductory blog about life with the Army!

We hope you enjoyed our blog review, please leave a question or comment below and we will be happy to connect with you!