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How the Movie Four Christmases Changed the Way We Do Holidays
Catherine Vandament, LMSW In 2008, actors Reese Witherspoon and Vince Vaughn co-starred in the holiday rom-com Four Christmases as couple...
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‘Tis the Season For Identity Thieves
Christmas is coming, but now is the time to think about taxes. Taxes are due around April 15th. In recent...
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Celebrating Five Years of Kindness: Giving Tuesday Military Continues to Make an Impact
In the heart of the holiday season, as the world gears up for festivities, there's a movement that transcends the...
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Thanksgiving Traditions During PCS
By Jennifer Wake, Family Traditions, PCS “Mom, where are we going to eat Thanksgiving Dinner?” Each of our three children...
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Operation Gratitude: A Movement of Gratitude and Support for Those Who Serve
In the wake of the devastating events of 9/11, the desire to stand alongside those fighting the war on terror...
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Keep the Holiday Magic Alive Through Challenging Times
By Maya Yegorova The arrival of the holidays is synonymous with shopping for gifts in packed malls, taking part in...
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4 Fourth of July Mocktail Recipes for a Star-Spangled Good Time
In the heat of the summer, having a refreshing drink in your hand can help set the mood and cool...
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Operation GivingTuesdayMilitary Continues with a Christmas Take Over
The Inspire Up girls are at it again. This time, they brought a Christmas explosion to the Marines of Camp...
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When You Can’t Travel Home for the Holidays
One harsh truth I have learned about military life is that it isn’t always possible to go home for the...
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4 Holidays to Celebrate This Season Besides Christmas
The holiday season is here, and, for most of us, that means we are preparing for Christmas, and shortly after,...
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New Year’s Resolutions That Will Leave You Happier
New Year's resolutions are a huge part of our culture, but how successful are they? When we look at the...
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It’s Time to Trade In “Mental” Holiday Traditions for Seasonal Peace
It’s that time of year again. That time that is supposed to be filled with love, joy, peace & giving,...
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Celebrating the Holidays When You’re Geographically (and Emotionally) Far From Family
As a military family, many times we do not have the opportunity to go home when the holidays roll around....
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10 Gift Ideas for Your Deployed Servicemember
Not sure what to give your deployed loved one for the holidays this year? Here are ten different ideas to...
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Why Your Kids Don’t Want Toys for Christmas
Picture that gift that you've really been wanting for Christmas this year. That one thing you’ve been eyeing and hoping...
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5 Ways to Give Back to Your Military Community During the Holidays
Holidays can be a time filled with the bustle of food, activities, and planning for the new year. Still, it...
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Give the Humble Gift of a Meal This Year
It is true what they say, that giving can fill the heart much more than a gift ever can. Year...
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5 Gift Ideas for the Kids Who Are About to PCS
'Tis the season of planning Christmas AND looking ahead at an upcoming PCS. Knowing you have a move coming up...
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