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Spouse Spotlight: Jillian Cortez
For more than two decades as a Marine Corps spouse, Jillian Cortez has quietly and consistently dedicated herself to serving others, leaving a lasting impact on every community she calls home.
Jillian Cortez USMC Spouse of 23 YearsOkinawa, Japan Meet Jillian Cortez. For more than two decades as a Marine Corps spouse, Jillian Cortez has quietly and consistently dedicated herself to serving others, leaving a lasting impact on every community she calls home. In Twentynine Palms, she kept the local food bank stocked, organized meal drives,…
Tina Manning USMC Spouse of 19 YearsCamp Pendleton, CA Meet Tina Manning, a Marine Corps spouse who has embraced the adventure of military life while building a reputation as a steady connector and community builder. Married to her high school sweetheart since 2007, Tina found her passion for serving fellow military families through volunteering in…
Megan Slaton USMC Spouse of 9 YearsCamp Pendleton, CA Meet Megan Slaton, the heart and hands behind Sugar, Spice, and All Things Iced, a home bakery rooted in faith, family, and patriotism. A military spouse currently stationed at Camp Pendleton, Megan has built more than a business. She has created a ministry through baking, using…
Rachael Kolb USMC Spouse of 16 YearsMCB Hawaii Meet Rachael Kolb, a Marine Corps spouse whose work strengthens readiness by helping families feel informed, connected, and supported. Today, Rachael serves as the Marine Corps Family Team Building Program Manager on Marine Corps Base Hawaii, where she equips Unit Readiness Coordinators with current information, resources, and training so…
Welcome to Ask Dr. Monica, a space where real questions from military spouses get honest answers from a licensed therapist who understands the realities of military life. Dear Dr. Monica, We’re getting ready for another PCS this summer, and I’m honestly dreading how it’s going to affect my kids. They’ve finally settled in, have good friends, and feel confident at…
Ingrid Sanchez USMC Spouse of 14 YearsCamp Lejeune, NC Meet Ingrid Sanchez, a Marine Corps spouse who is deeply committed to building community and showing up wherever the journey leads. Her service spans roles with the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society from Caseworker to Chair of Volunteers, as well as Family Advocacy, Family Readiness, and mentoring…
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