Tag: military
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The Footage from Afghanistan: Scenes of Policy
We have all seen the picture. The one of the C-17 military aircraft loaded well past capacity with Afghans trying to escape the rapidly spreading reclamation of Taliban rule in Afghanistan. When we see the picture and the videos of the people fleeing in fear for their lives, each of us see’s something different. Some…
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You are the Soldier with the Spatula & that’s a Really Powerful Thing
As of July, Eric and I will have been at military life for 6 years. Our life has been preparedness for war since the day we got into this life. Here is what I can tell you about war. We often think of war as this overt act of battle. We think of troops in…
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Invite Her ⇢ What Fail Proof Friendship Looks Like
Last night was my annual ornament party. I started hosting this party on the principle of ⇢ Invite Her. I wanted a way for people to eat and drink and talk without pressure and make friends and feel wanted during the holidays. The holidays suck for a lot of people. It need not suck worse…
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The Uphill Battle of the Modern Milspo
A look at the how the Executive Order addressing hiring military spouses is a leap forward for female equality, families, and national security. Your common military spouse workforce questions answered.
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On Taking a Knee
A response to the Take a Knee movement seen on the fields this football season from a die-hard military supporter, and a thoughts about addressing issues of inequality.