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From left; U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Thomas Palenske, commander, 36th Wing, Anderson Air Force Base; Jeryn Palenske; Markoya Taylor; Chief Master Sgt. Nicholas Taylor, 36th Wing command chief, AAFB; pose for a photo at their dinner table at Nimitz House Dec. 16 during a holiday party hosted by Rear Adm. Gregory Huffman, commander, Joint Region Marianas, and his wife Judy. The JRM commander hosts this event annually for local leaders, staff and their families at the historic Nimitz House, which has served as the private residence for the regional commanders since World War II. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Samantha Jetzer)
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Feasts in tight spaces: Hosting memorable gatherings in military housing

By Jessica Evans

A sign reading "Your Life Matters" is seen at the entrance to the Nebraska National Guard air base in Lincoln, Nebraska, on Sept. 9, 2022. September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and Sept. 10, 2022 is World Suicide Prevention Day. If you or someone you know is experiencing thoughts of suicide, know that you are not alone and that someone is always available to listen. Free and confidential support is available 24/7, 365 days a year with the National Veterans Crisis Line. Dial 988 then press 1 to get connected to a caring, qualified responder trained to support Veterans. The Veterans Crisis Line serves Veterans, service members, National Guard and Reserve members, and those who support them. You don’t have to be enrolled in VA benefits or health care to call. Help is available. Make the call today. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Lisa Crawford)
Military Life

Understanding the depth of loss: A daughter reflects on faith after her father’s suicide

By Brenleigh Lack

A deploying North Carolina Air National Guardsman hugs his wife and says goodbye before departure at the North Carolina Air National Guard Base, Charlotte Douglas International Airport, April 28, 2017. The day’s deployment kicks off the second wave of the North Carolina Air National Guard’s final C-130 deployment, a mission in support of Operation Freedom’s Sentinel.
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You are more than a milspouse

By Toby Ralph

Military spouses attend Pamper Me Day in the Sablich Center at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, May 3, 2018. The 81st Force Support Squadron Airman & Family Readiness Center has hosted the event for the past 14 years, offering military spouses information and business booths, free manicures, makeup tips and giveaways. (U.S. Air Force photo by Kemberly Groue)
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Entrepreneurship for military spouses: Turning passions into profitable businesses

By Tamika Sherman

1st Lt. Thomas Snowden interacts with one of the inhabitants of the Bad Windsheim Hundhaus on Saturday. Soldiers and players on the Black N' Blue rugby team volunteered their time to assist in the spreading of new mulch for the shelter grounds. (U.S. Army photo by 1st Lt. Jon Hankey)
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Finding your passion through volunteerism

By Jessica Evans

Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jack Sanders, DOD
Military News

Department of Defense announces new initiatives to improve quality of life for service members and their families

By Kait Hanson

Sgt. Tosha Kunrath and her husband, Scott Kunrath, fill out a military survey after attending the "Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage" conference. (Spc. Cassandra Simonton, 116th Public Affairs Detachment)
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5 Marriage and relationship resources military couples should try

By Daniella Horne

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. James W. Lukeman, commanding general, Training and Education Command, Marine Corps Base (MCB) Quantico addresses Marines and Civilians alike during a safety stand down at Little Hall, MCB Quantico, Va., July 25, 2016. Lukeman was speaking about the changes happening in the Marine Corps and safety regarding Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alexander Cockrell/ Released)
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5 Reasons to attend your base town hall meetings

By Daniella Horne

A Coast Guard spouse and his son anxiously walk the pier to the Coast Guard Cutter Douglas Munro (WHEC 724) as it returns to home port in Kodiak, Alaska, April 23, 2019. Several spouses and their families awaited the return of their loved ones from the Douglas Munro after a 30-day deployment on Alaskan waters. U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Lauren Dean.
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Why including our male milspouses is important for the kids

By Toby Ralph

Why you should start a book club in your military community 
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Why you should start a book club in your military community 

By Daniella Horne

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Chad Cruz, a native of Talofofo, Guam, and an explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) technician with Marine Corps Base Hawaii EOD, teaches Military Homeschoolers of Hawaii students how to operate a 310 Small Unmanned Ground Vehicle during a capabilities and educational demonstration at MCBH, Sept. 21, 2023. Participants learned about military occupations, specifically those related to Science, Technology, Electronics, and Math, from MCBH explosive ordnance disposal technicians and Marathon Targets, a military technology company. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Julian Elliott-Drouin)
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Pros and cons of homeschooling your military kids

By Candace Guelzo

PCSing with school-aged kids: Strategies to find the fun
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PCSing with school-aged kids: Strategies to find the fun

By Jaimi Erickson

Anoka, Minnesota, Anoka veterans center. Department of veteran's affairs. (Photo by: Michael Siluk/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)
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VA benefits everyone should know about

By Amanda Huffman

6 things military spouses should know when interviewing for a new job
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6 things military spouses should know when interviewing for a new job

By Kailyn Rhinehart

4 tips for PCSing with a baby
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4 tips for PCSing with a baby

By Jaimi Erickson

How military spouses can navigate postpartum isolation
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How military spouses can navigate postpartum isolation

By Kailyn Rhinehart

A mom and daughter enter the parent fitness room
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How the base family fitness room changed my whole wellness journey

By Kailyn Rhinehart

USS Midway love letters reveal surprising similarities of military service past and present
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USS Midway love letters reveal surprising similarities of military service past and present

By Kathryn Butler

From tragedy to healing purpose: Whisper Tennis’ journey of resilience
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From tragedy to healing purpose: Whisper Tennis’ journey of resilience

By Jessica Manfre

Gary Sinise and his Lt. Dan Band rocked Luke AFB
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Gary Sinise and his Lt. Dan Band rocked Luke AFB

By Crystal Kupper