Clare Macnaughton is a modern military mother; a feminist, British military spouse, and lifestyle journalist, writing about real life adventures.
xLet’s be honest, being part of a military family can make special occasions feel more like logistical operations than the celebrations that they really should be. With loved ones often miles away, serving their country, turning birthdays and anniversaries into memorable events requires a little more than it does for the average family.
As a military family, the call for a short-notice deployment can be both unexpected and challenging. Amidst the urgency, you need to be strategic and smart about what to prepare and how to prepare. Truth be told, we’re all learning all the time, and some deployments may be a lot easier to organize than others! But the key is to never approach deployment unprepared.
As a military wife, you’ll be faced with a lot of challenges such as the unpredictability of deployments, the constant relocation, and not to mention the emotional roller coaster. Amidst this chaos and overwhelming challenges, there is one thing that remains to be an important part of every military family’s routine – routine health assessment.
You are very aware of the fact that your family operates in a different way to the people around you. Not only do you have to be adaptable, but you have to be prepared for things to change at the drop of a hat. Although it is very easy to get used to this lifestyle, you can never quite get comfortable with where you are, just in case adaptations need to be made.
Many retailers offer a military discount that extends not only to people on active duty, but also to veterans, reservists, and retirees. Sometimes spouses and dependents are eligible, too!