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Military Spouse Imposter Syndrome
By Jennifer Gardella During a recent shopping trip to the Gap, I struck up a conversation with the salesperson. She shared… Read More
The Great Church Hunt
“Is that Rilo Kiley playing in the background?” I asked my husband. I was overwhelmed by the radical hospitality (and… Read More
5 Ways Being a Military Child Shaped How I Travel Now
Where did you grow up? This is a complicated question for children from a military family. My answer: everywhere and… Read More
How to Keep the Romance Alive as a Couple That Lives Apart + Polaroid Camera Hot Tip
They say distance makes the heart grow fonder, but it is also all too easy for distance to make the… Read More
11 Valuable Tax Tips and Benefits for Military Families
“In this world, nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.”Benjamin Franklin The holidays are over, and… Read More
How the Military Taught Me to be a Better New Mom
I remember when I had my first daughter being completely consumed with an immeasurable amount of love, but also sheer… Read More
Safe Space: Telephonic Care Helps Army Spouse Learn to Love Again
By Dana Dreckman Kathy Belleville vividly remembers the first time she asked for help with her marriage. After several years… Read More
Listening and Learning with Dr. Jill Biden
Dr. Jill Biden helped found Joining Forces by asking military families what they need. This military mother is still listening.… Read More
Holistic Health: De-Compartmentalizing Self Care
I am stepping away from the sharp and jagged ledge of the “all or nothing” mentality. For me, I have… Read More
Is Cheating More Common in a Military Marriage? And Other Infidelity Answers
There are certain things people seem to stereotype for military families, and one of those things is infidelity in a… Read More