To my little one, Welcome to the world. Your dad and I are over the moon about your arrival. I am so glad to know you will forever be a part of …
A Letter to My Little One: Welcome to Army Life
You Can’t Spell Mental Health Without “Me”
My dresser says a lot about my self-care routine, but not in the way you might assume. The wrinkle creams and products promising to soothe and rejuvenate me are all there, but …
Youth Perspectives: Navigating COVID-19 as a MilKid
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to disrupt routines and cancel plans, we asked several Army National Guard teens to share their unique perspective on how their lives have been impacted and give …
State Licensing Reciprocity in the Military
Anyone who has ever held a license for their profession knows the effort it takes to obtain it and the effort it takes to keep it. Years of schooling, internships, working under …
Celebrate Your Strength, Military Spouses!
It takes a strong person to volunteer to fight for their country, but the family members who stand behind them have to be just as strong. Without a fireteam, a squad, or …
Ways to Keep Your Service Member Involved During Deployment
When my daughter was four weeks old, my husband left for a nine-month deployment. He left a tiny, fresh newborn learning how to be earth-side and will come home to a babbling, …
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