I have received hundreds of emails about my opinion on who should attend homecoming ceremonies. In addition, it is by far the most popular post on my blog and has drawn a wide variety of comments. I have received praise and disgust from spouses and parents of soldiers for my opinion on the issue. And [...]

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The Army has launched a new website to help those who have been wounded while serving our country find the information that they need including benefits and programs that are available to them and their family members. The website can be found at: http://www.aw2.army.mil/

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For periods of enrollment that begin after July 1, 2009, members of the armed forces (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard) on active duty for a period of more than 30 days and his or her spouse, or his or her dependent children will be eligible to receive in-state tuition at public [...]

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At the Married to the Army website, I have added new sections including the rumor mill, National Guard/Reserves and dating a soldier. New articles are being uploaded weekly and I’m working diligently to provide content for these sections. But I can also use your help! Is there a common rumor that you hear all the [...]

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I hear many people complaining about health care in the military. Though, I’m truly baffled as to what they are complaining about. Before my husband joined the military, he had single coverage through his employer and I had single coverage through my employer because it was cheaper than doing a family plan through one employer [...]

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