Life As A Military Spouse

Author : Allison Wood,Tracey Enerson Wood,Kristen Riffle
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 158 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2021-04-20
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781510762367

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Life Hacks for Military Spouses by Allison Wood,Tracey Enerson Wood,Kristen Riffle Pdf

A colorful collection of tips and tricks for getting the most out of the nomadic military lifestyle. Told through humorous anecdotes by those with years of unique experiences, these life hacks reveal a special culture with expectations and numerous obstacles to be faced along the way. Military life boasts of travel to exotic places, immersion in the worldly cultures, and cuisine that most Americans can only dream about . . . and on the government’s dime, to boot! At least, that’s what the common perception is. But those who have served know that while the above may be true, military life comes with its own set of challenges and can be a hardship as much as it is rewarding. Here to help is the advice, guidance, and personal stories of spouses from all walks of life, in stages from the newlywed to the retired and properly salty. They share tips on overcoming the numerous obstacles, and navigating the special culture, traditions, and the one-of-a-kind lingo of military service. Gathered mostly from those who are affiliated with the military, but also from those with similar diplomatic lifestyles, the anecdotes reveal the special bond they share with their fellow spouses, and the wisdom gained to pass to the next generation. The very special illustrations were created by a talented Air Force wife, and reflect both the strong beauty and earnestness of those who are engaged in our nation’s most serious business, and yet, have learned not take themselves too seriously.

Author : Kathie Hightower,Holly Scherer
Publisher : Potomac Books, Inc.
Page : 311 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781597973205

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Help! I'm a Military Spouse--I Get a Life Too! by Kathie Hightower,Holly Scherer Pdf

"The" handbook for improving the lives of military spouses

Author : Kathie Hightower,Holly Scherer
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2005-09
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 1419607103

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Help! I'm a Military Spouse--I Want a Life Too! by Kathie Hightower,Holly Scherer Pdf

Often military spouses say: "I love my spouse, I'm super proud of - and support - my spouses' service to our country. . .and still I struggle with how to make this military life work for me." This book helps you learn how to make this life work for you as you support your spouse. This is not a book about being the perfect military spouse. It's about what you can do to make this military life work well for you based on who you are as a unique individual. - Learn how to keep your energy and joy up, your stress down, and apply the research done on happiness to your very own unique military life.- Based on many years of interviews with spouses from all services, here's how to go from surviving to thriving in this challenging but very enriching lifestyle.

Author : Kathie Hightower,Holly Scherer
Publisher : Elva Resa Publishing
Page : 183 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2013-09-01
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9781934617182

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Military Spouse Journey by Kathie Hightower,Holly Scherer Pdf

Military spouses: Craft your best life possible! "... This great resource is full of practical advice as well as real-world examples that will empower spouses to have a life of their own while supporting their partners in the military lifestyle ..."—Ellie Kay, author, military spouse, and CEO of Heroes at Home The unique components of military life can make it challenging for military spouses to pursue careers and other personal dreams. This encouraging book, written by two experienced military spouses, shares lessons learned, success stories of fellow military spouses, life exploration exercises, and research-based ideas that can be applied to any stage of life's journey. Although this book shares examples specific to military life, the information and approach can be used by anyone to pursue your life dreams. Ready to follow your dreams? This book will help you: • Learn five keys to happiness you can apply every day, anywhere. • Explore your passions, strengths, and goals. • Discover possibilities for the life you want to live. • Create an action plan to move forward, even when you think it’s impossible. • Build valuable friendships and support systems along the way. • Enjoy the journey! First Lady of the Marine Corps Recommended Reading List Midwest Book Awards Silver

Author : Lauren Tamm,J. D. Collins,Jo My Gosh
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2016-01-11
Category : Families of military personnel
ISBN : 1523638648

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Modern Military Spouse by Lauren Tamm,J. D. Collins,Jo My Gosh Pdf

Let's take the guesswork out of military life! Join me, along with hundreds of other military spouses, and grab your copy of Modern Military Spouse today. It has everything you need to survive the ups and downs of military life! After reading this book, you will be able to... - Prepare and navigate PCS moves, military homecomings and military deployments easier. - Understand terms, acronyms and abbreviations all in one convenient location. - Gain instant access to over 22+ printable checklists. - Learn how to navigate getting an education and managing your career as a military spouse. - Build a budget that will work for your military family, using our step-by-step guide for finances and a downloadable spreadsheet. - Learn the keys to nurturing a military marriage that will survive the challenges of military life. - Help your child through military life using key resources and best tips for parenting military kids. Here's what's included: 14 comprehensive chapters 20+ printable documents and checklists (Including deployment, PCS, marriage, and resume). Receive a link in the book to download the printables. 3 bonus sections (Including acronyms, abbreviations, and terms) What you'll learn: When You Don't Have a Ring What to Do When Your Service Member's Gone Preparing for a Successful Military Marriage Creating a Budget That Works Hitting the Books Military-Style Military Proofing Your Career Building a Strong Support Network Becoming a Good Military Spouse Navigating Military Life with Kids Step-by-Step to PCS Moving and Living Overseas Using Social Media Safely Complete List of Resources for Spouses Abbreviations, Acronyms, and Terms Defined And more! "Jo, JD, and Lauren did the hard work for all of us! They took an overwhelming amount of confusing and out-of-date information for military spouses and turned it into a fun, modern book. This guide helps you understand military life and find the resources you are looking for." - Jen Pilcher, Founder, MilitaryOneClick.com "Finally! A military spouse handbook that I can recommend to new spouses! This book is the friend I wish I had when I was a young Navy wife. I wouldn't have felt so alone, so unusual and so un-military if someone would have given me Modern Military Spouse along with my dependent ID. Modern Military Spouse is a mentor, a drinking buddy, and a confidant for today's military spouse." - Michelle Volkmann, managing editor, NextGen MilSpouse

Author : Lissa Mcgrath
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2008-09-02
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781440636325

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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Life as a Military Spouse by Lissa Mcgrath Pdf

For better, for worse, for Uncle Sam . . . Today’s military has changed dramatically—and spouses need to be prepared. Approximately half of our 1.4 million fighting men and women are married. And for a military spouse, information and support are not easy to find. Included here is: • How to enroll in the Child Development Homes program • What to do before a permanent change of station (PCS) • How to prepare for the deployment—and the return—of a spouse • Easy ways to calculate benefits, allowances, and special pays

Author : Mollie Gross
Publisher : Savas Beatie
Page : 305 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2015-11-15
Category : History
ISBN : 9781611210507

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Confessions of a Military Wife by Mollie Gross Pdf

“This book will have you laughing so hard you cry . . . As Confessions aptly demonstrates, military spouses lead interesting lives.” —Tara E. Crooks, cofounder of Army Wife Network As the wife of a Marine Corps officer, Mollie Gross learned the hard way to laugh instead of cry at what she could not control—and as she quickly discovered, nearly everything was out of her control. A standup comedienne, Mollie explores everything about the “issued” spouse, from deployment and the stress of having a husband in a combat zone, to the realization that marriage changes when your husband returns home from war. Nothing is taboo or out-of-bounds in this funny, poignant memoir, including the “parties” military wives throw for themselves before hubby returns. (You’ll have to read the book to find out about those.) “Mollie Gross is the Chelsea Handler of the milspouse community. She’s unfiltered, honest, and hilarious, with an underlying message to stop whining and be proud. Think of it as heartfelt humor for the home front.” — Military Spouse magazine “Mollie’s no-holds-barred account of what it was like during her first four years of being married to a Marine, dealing with the moves, wartime deployments, and life on the home front, will leave you laughing, crying, and shaking your head in disbelief asking, ‘Did she really just say that!?’” — Kristine Schellhaas, founder of USMC Life

Author : Dawn A. Goldfein,Paul J. Springer,Katelynne R. Baier
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2020
Category : Air Force spouses
ISBN : 1585663158

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Sharing the Journey by Dawn A. Goldfein,Paul J. Springer,Katelynne R. Baier Pdf

"A unit's command team is the partnership among the commander, the senior noncommissioned officer (NCO), and a volunteer lead spouse. As the primary advisor, ambassador, and advocate for the spouses and families of members in the unit, finding the right person to undertake the important role of volunteer lead spouse is one of the most important decisions a commander will make. Once a spouse in the unit decides to take on the role, it can be challenging and incredibly rewarding to navigate working with military leadership, state or local government, base programs and organizations, and other military spouses to take care of families. This book captures "words of wisdom" collected by Mrs. Dawn Goldfein, spouse of the 21st Chief of Staff of the Air Force, Gen David L. Goldfein over their 37-year career. For command teams that seek to understand and leverage the military "spouse network" of command, lead, key, and key spouse mentors within their unit or their installation, it offers a treasure trove of useful ideas and stories"--

Author : Kathie Hightower,Holly Scherer
Publisher : Elva Resa
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : History
ISBN : 1934617172

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Military Spouse Journey by Kathie Hightower,Holly Scherer Pdf

Military Spouse Journey will help you craft your best life possible The unique components of military life can make it challenging for military spouses to pursue careers and other personal dreams. This encouraging book, written by two experienced military spouses, shares lessons learned, success stories of fellow military spouses, life exploration exercises, and research-based ideas that can be applied to any stage of life's journey. Although this book shares examples specific to military life, the information and approach can be used by anyone to pursue your life dreams. Ready to follow your dreams? This book will help you: - Learn five keys to happiness you can apply every day, anywhere. - Explore your passions, strengths, and goals. - Discover possibilities for the life you want to live. - Create an action plan to move forward, even when you think it's impossible. - Build valuable friendships and support systems along the way. - Enjoy the journey

Author : Karin Jarrett
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
Page : 161 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2009-08
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781441560001

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The Five Star Life of an Army Wife by Karin Jarrett Pdf

Older military spouses can recall similar experiences. Newer military spouses can look forward to them. Non-military readers can enjoy a twenty-eight year tour of active duty through The Five Star Life of an Army Wife without the actual need for moving vans, passports and change-of-address forms. Enjoy an amusing travelogue from post to post in the United States, plus travels twice around the world including tours of duty in Germany, Israel, Iran and Egypt's Sinai Desert.

Author : Kasey King
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2022-11-07
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798986984247

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The Life of A Military Spouse by Kasey King Pdf

Do you ever feel like being a military spouse has taken over your life? Do you feel like you lost who you were trying to be the best parent and military spouse? Well, Kasey and her friends have been there and boy, do they have some stories for you! Do you have goals in mind but feel they won't come to fruition because you bounce around every two years and constantly have to readjust? You are not alone! Kasey and three other phenomenal military spouses, Tajh, Leah, and Shekendra, have endured many ups and downs. In this working book, because a book without work is pointless, these ladies will not only take you through their stories, but they will help you through yours. With practical questions, tools, and advice, these ladies will help you push through and have all that you desire. Now, these ladies are getting real. They don't just talk about making the best of deployments, but also about battling grief, trauma, and so much more. Life of A Military Spouse: You Can Have It All, is for every spouse that dreams. By the end of this book, you will be ready to dust off your dreams and put them in action.

Author : Jeanette Shetler Russell
Publisher : GeneralStore PublishingHouse
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1894263871

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We're Moving Where? by Jeanette Shetler Russell Pdf

Author : Meredith Leyva
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 227 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2009-07-14
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781439150269

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Married to the Military by Meredith Leyva Pdf

The Unofficial Scoop on Military Life Whether you're dating, engaged, or married to an active military servicemember or reservist -- or you've just signed up yourself -- you may feel as if you've somehow married the United States military! While there are plenty of orientation books for him, there are almost no handy, user-friendly resources for you. Meredith Leyva, a military wife and founder of CinCHouse.com, the Internet's largest community for military wives, girlfriends, and women in uniform, details everything you need to know to manage day-to-day issues and get on with the adventure of military life. From relocation to deployment, protocol to finances, and career to kids, Leyva offers time-tested advice about: ? Keeping your love life together during deployments ? Relocating yourself and your family around the world ? Maintaining your own career when you're expected to move every three years ? Understanding what pay and benefits you're entitled to -- and how to maximize them ? Translating those odd acronyms and jargon Written by a seasoned military wife, this smart and savvy guide will help you take control at every point of your servicemember's career -- from filing marriage papers as newlyweds to choosing prenatal and child care when you start a family to figuring out his pension when he's ready to retire.

Author : Dianne Collier
Publisher : Creative Bound Incorporated
Page : 207 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 0921165838

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My Love, My Life by Dianne Collier Pdf

While life as a military spouse can be rewarding, it can also be frightening, frustrating and lonely. A military wife for over 35 years, author and columnist Dianne Collier has experienced first-hand the unique challenges faced by the families who dedicate their lives to a military career. In "My Love, My Life" Dianne turns, once again, to military spouses from across Canada, the US and overseas to tell their stories.

Author : Meredith Leyva
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2007-11-01
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9781416593225

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Married to the Military by Meredith Leyva Pdf

Now revised to reflect the reality of military and economic unrest around the world, Married to the Military remains an invaluable resource for any military spouse or significant other. When you marry a military service member, whether a reservist or active—you may feel as if you’ve also married the United States military! While there are plenty of orientation books on military training, there is not much information available about handling the personal aspects of military life. Married to the Military demystifies the often confusing military world so you can make the right choices for yourself and your family. Meredith Leyva, an experienced military wife and founder of CinCHouse.com, the Internet’s largest community for military wives, girlfriends, and women in uniform, offers time-tested advice on everything you need to know—from relocation to deployment, protocol to finances, and career to kids, including: -Keeping your love life together during deployments -Relocating yourself and your family around the world -Maintaining your own career when you're expected to move every three years -Understanding what pay and benefits you're entitled to—and how to maximize them -Dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other threats to your partner’s well-being Whether you’re figuring out military protocol or trying to understand the medical system, this savvy, friendly yet authoritative guide details just what you need to know to manage day-to-day issues and get on with the adventure of military life.