Neighborhoods
Natalie Hopkins on March 15th, 2013
Many words could be used to describe Army spouse Kelli McMorris. Patriotic, caring, funny, kind and humble are words that first come to mind. Those who know her also know her love for her hobbies, namely tending to her lavish garden and her passion for animals. It is of no
Health
Natalie Hopkins on February 25th, 2013
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). Suicide prevention. It is safe to say that the Army and Joint Base Lewis-McChord have put these issues at the forefront of every safety briefing, website, Facebook page, and even on banners tied to the airfield fence line at Gray Army Airfield.
Focus
Natalie Hopkins on February 25th, 2013
As those affiliated with the military will tell you, it often feels like a big family. Friends met through the military can become close; neighbors are willing to watch your children at the drop of a hat, and a barracks roommate will meet you on the side of the highway
Military Life
Natalie Hopkins on April 24th, 2012
When first meeting Army Spouse Andrea Dornelas, one can tell right off of the bat that she is a determined individual. Not only is she an Army wife to a Soldier in the 2nd Battalion 75th Ranger Regiment, but she also works full time, and cares for two kids at
Health
Natalie Hopkins on April 11th, 2012
These days we live in a world where dietary restrictions are the norm. Whether going gluten free for health reasons or adapting to a vegetarian/vegan/raw diet for personal ones, it is easy to come across an individual forgoing certain foods. Army spouse Brittne Elliot-Hilde knows this all too well, stating
Health
Natalie Hopkins on March 19th, 2012
The Joint Base Lewis McChord (JBLM) Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) is a private group supporting families that have exceptional needs. This includes families who have a member with a physical, emotional, developmental, or an intellectual disability. While enrollment into EFMP is required by the Service member, the group welcomes
Health
Natalie Hopkins on March 15th, 2012
When first meeting Army spouse Andrea Dornelas, one can tell right off the bat that she is a determined individual. Not only is she the wife of a Soldier in 2nd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment, but she also works full time and cares for two kids at home. While this
Focus
Natalie Hopkins on March 13th, 2012
In military life, words like "honor" and "loyalty" are used daily. While some spouses stay home and others hold jobs, many would agree that "resilient"would be a perfect word to describe them. Everything from major military milestones such as deployments and prolonged training to parent teacher conferences and trips to
Health
Natalie Hopkins on January 31st, 2012
TriWest has unveiled a new portal for military families who are at various stages in their pregnancy and new parents. Located at www.triwest.com/pregnancy, the site is aimed to support families who are thinking about adding to the family naturally or via adoption, who are currently pregnant, or who have recently had
Focus
Natalie Hopkins on January 20th, 2012
For enlisted Soldiers, the honor of wearing the Sergeant Audie Murphy Club (SAMC) medallion is one of the biggest career highlights that a non-commissioned officer (NCO) can strive for. Named after a heroic World War II Soldier who is the highest decorated Soldier in American history, induction into the private organization
Walkie Talkie Blog
Natalie Hopkins on May 6th, 2012
The weather is turning beautiful here out in the Pacific Northwest, and within weeks we are graced with sunshine in return for the rainy hardship of winter. For those wanting a unique, challenging experience on the water, Kikaha O Ke Kai Outrigger Canoe Club has exactly what you are looking
McChord Flightline Chatter
Natalie Hopkins on November 24th, 2011
Cold weather and the threat of rain did not stop volunteers from showing up at Tillicum Elementary on Veteran's Day for a project to beautify the school grounds. Airmen from the 62nd Aerial Port Squadron joined Vietnam veterans, citizens of the community, more than two dozen Target employees and representatives from
Walkie Talkie Blog
Natalie Hopkins on July 22nd, 2011
GOTSA TO HAVE MORE BELL >>> The Harmon group in Tacoma is feeding 60 soldiers from the 1st Special Forces Group, along with their spouses. Not only will dinner and beer be provided, but also each Soldier will be receiving a dozen roses to give to their loved one. Finishing the
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