How to Stay Safe When Your Soldier is Deployed
Posted in Uncategorized on June 5, 2017
Tags: military, military spouses, women
Being deployed is hard on everyone involved. When emotions are high, it can sometimes be difficult to think about other things, for example, your safety. As much as you don’t want to think about it, your safety could be at greater risk when your significant other is away. Aside from installing a home alarm system, Read More »
Vietnam Service and Birth Defects: Financial Help for Parents
Posted in Uncategorized on April 20, 2017
Tags: military, military spouses, VA programs, veterans benefits, women
In 1996, the U.S. Institute of Medicine concluded that there is limited evidence of an association between exposure to herbicides used in Vietnam (including “Agent Orange”) and specific birth defects in birth children of Vietnam veterans. Additionally, in 2000, an additional study expanded the impact by significantly associating a female veteran’s service in the Republic Read More »
Is There a Gender Gap in the U.S. Military?
Posted in Uncategorized on January 25, 2017
Tags: history, military, veterans, women
In the United States, women and men theoretically face similar opportunities in their careers, with women able to serve in almost 100% of positions in the workforce. However, studies still show that women still face a substantial gender gap in salary, with women earning around 20% less than men doing the same job. And, while Read More »
Working from Home: Tips for Military Spouses
Posted in Uncategorized on January 18, 2017
Tags: employment, military spouses, women
As a military spouse, you mostly likely knew that a life “married to the military” would include frequent relocations, lots of change, and even extended periods of time when your spouse would be away on deployment. While you accepted these challenges, you probably also quickly realized how this lifestyle can be particularly challenging on a Read More »
Hidden Gender in the Military: 4 Influential Women
Posted in Uncategorized on January 5, 2017
Tags: history, military, military spouses, women
The history of women in the military is one that is typically either unknown or forgotten. For the female soldier, the path to military equality has not been an easy one. Throughout time, there have been many instances of females hiding their true gender identity in order to fight for honor and justice. This phenomenon Read More »
3 Must-Read Books About Military Women
Posted in Uncategorized on January 2, 2017
Tags: history, military, veterans, women
Women have faced many challenges throughout history, including their struggle to become equal members of the military community. With nearly 200,000 active servicewomen and 1.8 million female veterans, women are a growing cohort in many of today’s worldwide military operations. It is important to understand the history of how women have made their mark in Read More »
How to Stay Safe When Your Soldier is Deployed
Posted in Uncategorized on December 29, 2016
Tags: military, military spouses, women
Being deployed is hard on everyone involved. When emotions are high, it can sometimes be difficult to think about other things, for example, your safety. As much as you don’t want to think about it, your safety could be at greater risk when your significant other is away. Aside from installing a home alarm system, Read More »
The Best Places to Find a Military Ball Gown
Posted in Uncategorized on December 8, 2016
Tags: military, military spouses, women
You have a military ball coming up and you are understandably excited – and perhaps a bit nervous – about finding just the right dress. Most of us these days don’t attend too many formal events, so finding the proper attire can take a bit of work. While the evening is about celebrating your significant Read More »
7 Free Must-Have Apps for Military Spouses
Posted in Uncategorized on December 6, 2016
Tags: military, military spouses, veterans, women
Military life offers its own special brand of challenges, opportunities, and needs, and military spouses and families share this unique perspective from locations around the globe. Today’s smartphones, however, make it easier than ever to connect to other families, communicate with your loved one, and make military life easier to navigate. Below are 7 excellent Read More »
U.S. Military Wedding Traditions and Tips
Posted in Uncategorized on November 29, 2016
Tags: history, military, military spouses, women
Life as a military spouse means life with the military. The work your groom- or bride-to-be conducts as a Marine, Airman, Sailor, or Soldier will undoubtedly be a huge part of your married life together, and many couples choose to reference the military in their wedding ceremonies and receptions by showcasing some military traditions. Location Read More »
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