Blog Archives
PCS: TMO Briefing – check
This afternoon we had our TMO briefing. Everything is apparently done online now and this briefing is just a formality. We filled out paperwork that ...
It’s ok to protest at Military Funerals according to the Supreme Court
The United States Supreme Court ruled 8-1 yesterday that picketing and protesting at Military funerals is deemed free speech in the well-publicized case of Snyder ...
Hello Jack Frost, I thought you left?
Hello, Jack Frost, I thought you left! Two days ago it was a beautiful sunny 70 degrees here in Baltimore. We took my SUV to wash ...
PCS BLOG: Housing application has been submitted
Housing application has been submitted. Time to mark that off the list! So I completed my pre-PCS checklist a couple of days ago and the ...
PCS COUNTDOWN: We got our orders!
We (yes I say we in this case, considering it means all of us will be moving) got our orders today! June 10th is the ...
Joanne Holbrook Patton Military Spouse Scholarship Program
The Joanne Holbrook Patton Military Spouse Scholarship is open to all spouses of all Uniformed Services members including active duty, National Guard and Reserve, retirees, ...
Dear Military Spouse: Can I break a lease due to a PCS?
Q. I have a question. Can I break a lease due to a PCS? I moved back home while my husband is deployed. He gets ...
Seahawks win and make NFL history
We all know (well most anyway) that I am a die-hard Cowboys fan. After all, I am from Dallas, but I fell in love with ...
VA-ACME offers scholarship money to Military and their spouses
The Virginia Advisory Council on Military Education (VA-ACME) is offering scholarships to individuals in the Military and their spouses. You must meet the following criteria ...
Webinars through Military One Source offer tips on family, money, and everything in between
Military One Source holds true to its "one source" name. In addition to offering Military families free referrals to mental health without the need to ...
The perfect Christmas 2010
I must say that Christmas 2010 was absolutely amazing. It's the first year in a very long time and only the 2nd time ever, that I ...
Traveling with Tricare
Traveling with Tricare is easier than you think! With all the traveling that happens during the holiday season, it's great to know that Tricare will follow ...
Eligibility requirements for VA Healthcare
What are the Eligibility requirements for VA Healthcare? Many are under the false impression that because you served in the Armed Forces, you automatically qualify ...
How to obtain a Veteran’s Identification Card?
Q. How do I apply for an ID card to present when visiting attractions, Parks, etc.? My buddy has one called Certificate of Service Armed ...
GM Military Discount
Many are unaware that you could save substantially when buying a new vehicle if that vehicle is purchased through GM by taking advantage of the ...
Sometimes I call it Christmas Hell
Sometimes I call it Christmas Hell! Christmas time around this household is always very hectic. The entire month of December is always rush rush rush ...
This Emotional Life Tool Kit (Handbook and DVD)
The DCOE has created a toolkit for Military members and their families called This Emotional Life Toolkit. This toolkit is filled with information to help ...
Been A While
It's been a while since my last blog post. Halloween was a blast. We (ok hubby) scared the crap out of all the teenagers in the ...
Transferring your G.I. Bill to your spouse
With the new Post 9/11 GI Bill comes a great benefit for those that are married or have dependents. A lot of service members have ...
Veterans Day Discounts 2010
Every year several companies offer Active Duty, Retiree's, and Veterans discounted or even free services/products on Veteran's Day. This is the companies way of giving ...
