Rebecca Alwine
Volunteering – Why should YOU do it?
Volunteering and military spouses tend to go hand in hand. Most milspouses volunteer for multiple organizations, some at the same… Read More
An Amazing Story of a Fearless Man, and the Woman who Stood By Him
Review of the book "Fearless", Eric Blehm's story of Navy SEAL Adam Brown On the evening of March 17, 2010,… Read More
Military Spouse Unemployment: Is It Really A Problem?
"We have a high unemployment rate," says Robert Gordon, former head of Military Community and Family Policy at the Pentagon.… Read More
Military Spouse Preference for Federal Jobs
We've all heard the rumors. Somehow being a military spouse can help you get a federal job. But how many… Read More
Healthy Eating in a Busy World
Is one of your resolutions to eat healthier? So is mine! And 40 of my friends have pledged to try… Read More
10 Tips for a Stress-Free Holiday Season
1. You do not have to hand make/bake everything. Really, I promise. First of all, no one expects you to.… Read More
10 Tips for the Retiring Spouse
Your spouse is retiring from the military. And while congratulations usually abound, there may also be some trepidation as you… Read More
Dear Brand-Spanking New Military Spouse
[mashshare] Dear Brand-Spanking New Military Spouse, Welcome! I know you are overwhelmed. I know you are excited. I know your… Read More
Furloughs: Through A Five-Year Old’s Eyes
"Mommy, what does furlough mean?" My 5 year-old son asked me one morning on the way to the Child Development… Read More
Ten Tips For The Transitioning SPOUSE
Note: This article addresses milspouses whose servicemembers are EAS'ing from the military. Please check back soon for an article specifically… Read More
Ten Steps to a Smooth Transition
The time has come to leave the military. Some are retiring, some are choosing not to re-enlist, some are medically… Read More