Thursday, June 17, 2010

Being a "dependant" :military life as a spouse

So I wanted to discuss one of the largest aspects of my life; the military. No, I am not in the military, my husband is. Let me give you a highlight, and many of you out there will know exactly what I am talking about.
  1. moved thousands of miles from any form of family
  2. forced to make an attempt at new friends; many of which can be more drama than high school
  3. strange hours that change constantly because "the command" has a reason
  4. can't find a job because in a military community many employers are not willing to put up with the demands of "bring me this", "I need you to take a day off", "I can't take the kid to the doctors appointment" (all from our "sponsors")
  5. frequent deployments, some with no notice
  6. terrible military funded facilities that our there for "us"
  7. being called a "dependant" , I do not depend on any one!
  8. Duty days...
  9. high divorce rates/stress

Anything you can think of and give you opinion, let me know, because of right now, my schedule revolves around the wonderful Navy that protects us... but also hinders so many. Give your side, your story, let me know. I especially would love to hear the opinions of the good and bad.

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