The Big Things that Aren’t in Your Moving Binder: July 2020

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Here's what military spouses have been talking about on the Blog Brigade this month.
 
The Big Things that Aren't in Your Moving Binder
7/21/2020
 
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My sister-in-law sent me a binder with tabs and pockets for Christmas 2019, and I've honestly never felt more seen in my life. I'm an unapologetic planner. So, when PCS rolls around, I crack my knuckles and sit down and get to work. The checklist writes itself: orders, housing, school, job search and so forth. It's a choreographed routine I know well by this fifth move.
 
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The Reality of Grief
7/16/2020
 
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My name is Karlijn Jones. I am an upcoming sophomore at the University of Maryland, College Park and I am majoring in Animal Science with a pathway in primatology conservation. I am writing today to share my experiences with grief, to hopefully explain the reality of healing and how support systems work for the individual. My hope is that with COVID-19 affecting families all over the world this article may help at least a few of them.
 
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Is Lack of Sleep Hurting Your Mental Health?
7/14/2020
 
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Military life can be very stressful, with unpredictable schedules and constant changes. There are numerous reasons for a military spouse to struggle with getting enough sleep each night.
 
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Going Back to School as a MilSpouse
7/7/2020
 
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As military spouses, we face additional challenges when it comes to continuing our education. Not only do we have to balance home, school, possibly work and family responsibilities, but we also have to factor in our military lives. This can include moving before you are finished with your education, seeing to responsibilities that come with any organizations you are a part of, and in some cases going back to school while a spouse is deployed.
 
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Family Vacations That Won't Break the Bank
7/2/2020
 
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When most of us think of family vacations, we think about big trips to the beach or a week-long getaway across the country. However, COVID-19 has changed many of our summer plans, and many military families struggle to save enough throughout the year to make this a reality regardless. But just because you can't take a trip to the beach, that doesn't mean you can't make fun summer memories away from home. I'd like to share my five summer vacation ideas that won't break the bank.
 
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Free Summer Adventures for MilKids
6/30/2020
 
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It's finally summer, and parents everywhere are breathing a sigh of relief that they no longer have to continue school and homework activities with their kids every day. COVID-19 isolation restrictions are lifting in some areas, and military kids are ready to return to a sense of normalcy and a summer full of fun!
 
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