My husband wasn’t a soldier when I met him, far from it actually. When we first locked eyes, he was a 19-year-old with more hair than the military would ever allow, singing karaoke at a college party. Three years after that meeting, we were married. He was finalizing his degree in political science while I […] Read more…
Shopmyexchange.com Will Open to All Honorably Discharged Veterans
Via AAFES: DALLAS – After four years of coordination with the Departments of Defense, Army and Air Force as well as several other federal agencies, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) will welcome home approximately 15 million veterans on Nov. 11. “AAFES is honored to offer this well-deserved benefit to those who […] Read more…
10 Veteran Owned Coffee Brands You Should Drink
Here at Army Wife 101, we are true fans of coffee. In fact last year we shared 6 Coffee Brands Military People Should Drink and you guys loved it. We’re sure it has to do with the military’s love affair with the “cup of Joe”. In fact enter any military hangar or office and you’re sure […] Read more…
Alaska Military Families Can Literally Visit The North Pole
If you ever find yourself driving down the Richardson Highway, south of Fort Wainwright and north of Eielson Air Force Base there is a little town by the name of North Pole, Alaska. This town without question lives up to its name. Streets by the name of Santa Claus Lane and St Nicholas Drive are […] Read more…
‘Rogue One: A Star Wars Story’ to premiere for troops in Iraq and Afghanistan
Via AAFES The holidays will be a little brighter for troops serving in the Middle East as the Army & Air Force Exchange Service will team with The Walt Disney Studios to bring “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” to service members in Afghanistan, Iraq and Jordan. Troops will be able to see the highly […] Read more…
The Perfect Gift for Your Rough and Tough Service Member #DuraForce4MyMilitaryFamily
When I give my husband a gift, I like to find something practical that he’ll both use and enjoy and that is worth our hard-earned money. You know, something he wants and needs that will actually last. If you’re in the market for a gift that can bring you two closer and withstand the challenges […] Read more…