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Making the most of a spouse’s Rest and Recuperation visit

By Adrienne May | Published September 7, 2011

To put it mildly, us military families value a service member’s visit home for Rest and Recuperation (Rest and Relaxation, or R&R). Military spouses get a chance to reconnect with their beloved husband or wife. But, of course, R&R is fleeting. Here are some tips designed to help you maximize that time: Be Realistic Before [...]

Posted in Healthy Marriages, New Military Spouse, Relationships, Rest & Relaxation | Also tagged deployment, R&R, relationship, tips 3 Comments

Staying in Touch: A Primer for Families Preparing for a First Deployment

By Adrienne May | Published June 28, 2011

During deployment it’s important for families to use both old and new methods to maintain connections with military members. To ease the transition, families should have a communication strategy prior to deployment.

Posted in Communication, Deployment, New Military Spouse | Also tagged communication, deployment, military, strategy 1 Comment

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