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Celebrating Heroes Triathlon comes to Columbia, MD June 23

Started by Ciara Desmond in Uncategorized Mar 28. 0 Replies

Celebrating Heroes Triathlon Event InformationWhen: Sunday, June 23, 2013Time: 7:00 a.m.Distance: .62 Mile Swim – 17.5 Mile Bike – 3.4 Mile RunWhere: Centennial Park, Columbia, MDRegistration: Please…Continue

Jobs for Military Spouses in DC

Started by Maxine Minar in Uncategorized. Last reply by Melanie Dec 14, 2012. 4 Replies

Wondering where military spouses and family members who move here with their significant other find jobs?  Are there websites you go to or newspapers or job fairs?  What has worked for you?Continue

HBHL for all military spouses

Started by Jeannine Morton-Brown in Patuxent Spouses Dec 3, 2012. 0 Replies

We are new to DC but I bring with me a non-profit organization geared towards military families. We offer FREE education in nutrition and exercise as well as FREE exercise classes in Poweryoga and…Continue

Anyone live in Dahlgren, I have so many questions?

Started by Destiney Barnes in NSF Dahlgren Spouses. Last reply by Maxine Minar Nov 26, 2012. 3 Replies

Hello,I am just looking to talk with people that live in Dahlgren.  We are moving there soon and I have so many things to think about.  Where to live, schools, dance, soccer and so much more.Continue

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The Military as Marital Arts Training

Posted by Chris Field on May 21, 2013 at 1:39pm 0 Comments

     One of the reasons men and women might join the military is to see the world. It's an old idea, but it still rings true. The military still offers intrepid souls the opportunity to seek out adventure in faraway lands. Even with the BRAC closures going on, and choice duty stations all over the world being collapsed into one another, there still remain ample opportunities for servicemembers and their families to experience foreign culture and exotic locales.

     But it was only…

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Tornado Preparedness—Can You Ever Be Prepared?

Posted by Kathy Laffitte on May 21, 2013 at 7:18am 0 Comments

The picture on the television screen showed mas s destruction when I came in from work. Like most folks I don’t have enough time to listen to the news during work hours,  however, with the last couple of days of bad weather in Oklahoma, it wasn’t a complete surprise, when my husband told me they had been…

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Contentment

Posted by Victoria Lynn Kelly on May 20, 2013 at 9:06pm 0 Comments

A few months ago I joined a new church. It's a far cry from the somewhat cold Catholic church I grew up in--the church doesn't have its own building, and services are held in another church. There are a couple of young pastors, and a few bands alternate playing the music every Sunday. Mostly, from what I learned, it was a grassroots movement that grew slowly over the years.

What I like about this place is the community. It is mostly made up of people my age, in their twenties and…

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One Good Deed...

Posted by Victoria Lynn Kelly on May 20, 2013 at 8:52pm 0 Comments

I am constantly amazed by the generosity I see in my military community. I have a hard time believing that the spirit of cooperation and kindness that I see between military spouses can be replicated so strongly in a civilian community (with the exception of church communities, which often share a similar spirit).

Over the past few weeks, a friend of mine discovered that a small medical procedure she was scheduled to have had developed into a full-blown surgery, requiring anesthesia.…

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Having and Creating Community

Posted by Lori T. on May 17, 2013 at 8:52am 0 Comments

It has been scientifically proven that it's harder to make friend as an 30-something adult than it is when you're younger, say 18-28. Why is that? 

Well, I think by that time you've pretty much established where you're going to live, work, and you've found your circle. Well, in a normal world that is... In the military world, I think things are a bit different, sometimes it's harder to make friends and then again sometimes it's the easiest thing in the world. 

Right now, I'm on…

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Get Your Tickets for Military to the AT&T National Golf Tournament - June 26-30, 2013 - Congressional CC, Bethesda, MD

Posted by Maxine Minar on May 16, 2013 at 11:03am 0 Comments

2013 AT&T National Military Ticket Information The Tiger Woods Foundation, in cooperation with the OSD/JS Welfare and Recreation Association, will once again be distributing free tickets to military personnel this year for the AT&T National.

Tickets will be available at designated ITT/ITR offices within a 150-mile radius of Washington, D.C. Ticket Information: Tickets will be available to all DOD personnel, including Coast Guard (active duty, reserve, retired, National Guard,…

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Dear Abby: Desperately seeking solutions for nest stability!

Posted by Alice Swan on May 14, 2013 at 8:11am 4 Comments

Migration season has begun!

It happens every year at this time – the annual migration of hatch-lings back to the nest after their time away for college or…

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Military Spouse Sequestration Day

Posted by Chris Field on May 13, 2013 at 12:12pm 2 Comments

     Belated Military Spouse Appreciation Day greetings to all of my fellow military spouses. You hold down the fort, you’re the ‘behind the scenes’ pillars of strength, and you’re the often unheralded conductor of the symphony of your family’s military voyage.

     Sadly, my ‘symphony’ is often wildly out of tune. I often feel like Mozart toward the end of the movie ‘Amadeus’ when he takes on the conductor’s role, but grows ever more weary as the performance goes on, and finally…

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Chris Field commented on Chris Field's blog post Military Spouse Sequestration Day
"Thanks for your kind words, Alice. I would imagine that when the folks at the Detrick ACS read this, they collectively rolled their eyes. Of course, we've amassed more than our share of military goodies over the years (one only has so much need…"
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The Military as Marital Arts Training

     One of the reasons men and women might join the military is to see the world. It's an old idea, but it still rings true. The military still offers intrepid souls the opportunity to seek out adventure in faraway lands. Even with the BRAC closures going on, and choice duty stations all over the world being collapsed into one another, there still remain ample opportunities for servicemembers and their families to experience foreign culture and exotic locales.     But it was only the other…See More
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Tornado Preparedness—Can You Ever Be Prepared?

The picture on the television screen showed mass destruction when I came in from work. Like most folks I don’t have enough time to listen to the news during work hours,  however, with the last couple of days of bad weather in Oklahoma, it wasn’t a complete surprise, when my husband told me they had been hit by what…See More
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Having and Creating Community

It has been scientifically proven that it's harder to make friend as an 30-something adult than it is when you're younger, say 18-28. Why is that? Well, I think by that time you've pretty much established where you're going to live, work, and you've found your circle. Well, in a normal world that is... In the military world, I think things are a bit different, sometimes it's harder to make friends and then again sometimes it's the easiest thing in the world. Right now, I'm on the hard to make…See More
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Get Your Tickets for Military to the AT&T National Golf Tournament - June 26-30, 2013 - Congressional CC, Bethesda, MD

2013 AT&T National Military Ticket Information The Tiger Woods Foundation, in cooperation with the OSD/JS Welfare and Recreation Association, will once again be distributing free tickets to military personnel this year for the AT&T National.Tickets will be available at designated ITT/ITR offices within a 150-mile radius of Washington, D.C. Ticket Information: Tickets will be available to all DOD personnel, including Coast Guard (active duty, reserve, retired, National Guard, dependents…See More
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Daily Schedule: Monday, May 27 Junior ClinicTuesday, May 28 Celebrity Shootout & Players Practice DayWednesday, May 29 Gary Williams Pro-AM presented by EMCORThursday, May 30 First Round of Professional Play (156 Players)Friday, May 31 Second Round of Professional Play (156 Players)Field is cut...Low 60 scores plus ties Saturday, June 1 Third Round of Professional PlayMilitary Honorary ObserversSunday, June 2 Final Round of Professional PlayMilitary Honorary ObserversTrophy Presentation on…See More
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Alice Swan commented on Alice Swan's blog post Dear Abby: Desperately seeking solutions for nest stability!
"Parents with Empty Nest Syndrome noted: "It's a hard adjustment for the whole family! I always give my student one week to clear school/dorm supplies out of the drop-off room, which is usually the living room. During that time,…"
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Alice Swan commented on Alice Swan's blog post Dear Abby: Desperately seeking solutions for nest stability!
"The Re-feathered Nest: Empty Nest Survival commented on Facebook: "2 rules come to mind. Rule 1: Mom and Dad are on a schedule. We have a bed time. But mom can't sleep until she knows you are safe. In by midnight. If not, call or text so I…"
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Alice Swan commented on Alice Swan's blog post Dear Abby: Desperately seeking solutions for nest stability!
"AUSA Family Programs shared: "I don't have any personal experience, Alice, but I would imagine that having them pay a little rent (even $100 that you secretly save for when they leave and give back) could help with a feeling of…"
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Alice Swan commented on Alice Swan's blog post Dear Abby: Desperately seeking solutions for nest stability!
"The Empty Nest site sent me a Facebook comment: "Ha! Been there...done that! Hello Alice.....set up some guidelines ASAP! It's all about being considerate and respectful of each others space. Enjoy each others company!""
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