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As a military spouse, you’re likely aware of the various allowances and benefits that your family receives while your service member is on active duty. One of these benefits is the overseas cost-of-living allowance (OCOLA), which provides financial support to service members who are stationed outside the continental United States. Recently, the Defense Department announced […] Read more…
As a military spouse, you may already know that the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) offers great savings on groceries and household items. But did you know that there are even more ways to save during the Month of the Military Child? From March 27 to April 9, DeCA is offering extra savings and fun activities […] Read more…
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! That means lots of deals on holiday food items and promotions from your favorite brands. Speaking of deals, did you know that commissary shoppers can get “Instant Savings and Buy One, Get One (BOGO) Free” deals and Commissary Rewards Card digital coupons. Customers can save over $60 through these […] Read more…
The average cost of an initial eye check with an ophthalmologist in the United States is $125. That already seems like a lot, but then if you need additional testing, that out-of-pocket cost goes up more. These prices can be even higher depending on which state you live in. Not to mention active-duty families may […] Read more…
You may or may not know by now that in addition to the Army Wife 101 blog, we create stickers and other fun products that focus on today’s modern military lifestyle. Milspired is our Etsy shop that sells everything from planner stickers to stickers for your laptop, and mugs, and we are constantly adding more […] Read more…
Most military movies these days romanticize military life or over-generalize what they think military life is. It’s usually the military hero saving the world with his spouse running into his arms at the end, or the most extreme side of things like deployment or PTSD. These movies never discuss the nuance, complexity, or just the […] Read more…