As a military brat, I get misunderstood by people who have directly served in the military and by civilians. The question, “Where are you from?” becomes a loaded one, and while–even as an adult–I am praised for being adaptable and flexible, those qualities have come at a cost. Being a military brat, and all that […]
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Lessons You Learn When You Are a Solo Parent
This article originally appeared on Soldier’s Wife, Crazy Life. Solo parenting can be so challenging. But, you can learn from it. Here are some lessons you can learn while solo parenting, that you can take with you into the future. My son was not even a year old and my husband and I started talking about […]
These Photos Will Remind You of the Sacrifice of the Vietnam War Generation
By Team MOC The Vietnam War, for many reasons, was an exceptionally divisive conflict in American culture. In fact, even today, the echoes of the debate over drafting, what it means to be patriotic, and the role of America’s military around the world can be felt. When troops came home, for most, it was not to […]
Every Day is Memorial Day For Veterans at the Vietnam Wall
By David Vergun, Army News Service There’s hardly a day at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial that Patrick Pellerin doesn’t see an emotional, often tearful veteran or family member looking up the name of a loved one on the wall. Pellerin, an Army Vietnam veteran himself, now wears the uniform of a National Park Service volunteer, […]
How a Veteran and Military Spouse Helps Lowe’s Prove its Military-Friendly Label
This story was originally published on Task and Purpose! Jennifer Nagy (Courtesy photo) Editor’s Note: The following story highlights a veteran at Lowe’s committed to including talented members of the military community in its workplace. Lowe’s is a client of Hirepurpose, a Task & Purpose sister company. Learn More. As a military-friendly employer, Lowe’s has prioritized hiring military […]
The Sip : We Got the Spring Vibes Over Here
The Sip by MilSpouseFest Spring is here! Well…almost, maybe for some of us? Look, if you don't feel like your part of the world is warming up yet, it will soon, I promise! Special thanks to Purdue, our sponsor for this edition of the Sip. MilSpouse life can be hectic. Online classes at Purdue […]
How Military Families Can Make Traveling with Pets Easier
Important tips for military families who are traveling with pets.