Military Spouses
The military spouse is the unsung hero of military families. Each face the same family and personal issues of their civilian counterparts, but with the added craziness of military life. It isn’t easy. Learn tips on how others cope.
New duty station, new ingredients
Let’s play a game. When I say Texas, what words come to mind? Tex-Mex? Big hair? Long horn cows? As a chef, I think about...
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Remembering 9/11: A survivor’s perspective
Anyone who is not currently an adult didn't know a life before 9/11. They didn't know what a "real" New...
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Military spouses get VIP treatment at New York Fashion Week
The lights dim, electronica music builds, heads crane and cameras swivel toward the runway entrance. One by one, models with...
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Grappling with life after suicide
In the wake of someone's suicide are feelings of grief, self-doubt, blame and reflection. Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors is...
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Foreign military spouses learn the art of being prepared
Preparedness and readiness are words that get tossed around a lot in military communities. Service members spend plenty of time away...
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Military kids supported through ‘seasons’ of education
Inconsistencies within the nation’s education system are a challenge military families and military kids must frequently navigate with each permanent change...
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Navy spouse photographer documents other side of deployments
The most meaningful things in life start with a vision. For Navy spouse and professional photographer Amanda Manupella, her own...
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Translating volunteer work to a professional resume
Some of the most important work Elizabeth Graham has ever done was unpaid. As an elementary teacher with volunteer stints...
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Reimbursement program eases financial burden for Coast Guard spouses
Military spouses now qualify for some economic relief when they transition a professional license across state lines. The Coast Guard...
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A military spouse’s retirement speech
There I was, perched on a folding chair in the front row of a large and crowded room, listening to...
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