We don’t just move—we “PCS.” We say things like, “We’re PCSing to Lejeune this summer,” or “I can’t believe we have to PCS again already!” Friends, acronyms are not…
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Spouse Spotlight: Allison Ramirez
Meet Allison! Allison is a rockstar spouse who was nominated by her friend Jackie. This is what Jackie had to say… “Allison saw a need for military spouse support in the MCAS…
Spouse Summit at Modern Day Marine
The Spouse Summit at Modern Day Marine is set for Thursday, May 1, offering military spouses valuable opportunities to connect and explore resources. This summit will offer a variety of valuable…
Marine Corps Association Partners with Oplign to Support Military-Connected Job Seekers
The Marine Corps Association (MCA) is proud to announce a new partnership with Oplign, a powerful talent alignment platform designed to connect military Veterans, spouses, and dependents with meaningful career opportunities….
Desert Tough: A Tribute to Military Children
Growing up, I always enjoyed reading. As a mom, I worked hard to share that love of reading with my own children by reading often with them. When we were…
Behind the Camouflage: An Interview with First Sergeant Stacie Black, USMC (Ret)
1stSgt Stacie Black is a Marine Who Understands the Challenges of Being a Military Spouse.First Sergeant Stacie Black, USMC (Ret) may no longer wear a uniform, but she is still…
The Power of Saying Yes
In mid 2019, I found myself, an almost 34-year-old newly single woman dipping my toe into online dating. I had proclaimed many times leading up to this occasion, “I will…
Behind the Camouflage Spouse & Community Awards
Nominate a Marine Corps Spouse or Friend for the 2025 MCA Spouse & Community Awards! Do you know an incredible Marine Corps spouse or community member who goes above and beyond…
Anchored in Chaos: Finding Consistency and Embracing A Life Full of Change
Life in the military is an adventure. That’s putting it lightly. From PCS moves to surprise deployments, life in this community is often defined by one word: Change. The unpredictability of…
Coretta Scott King: The Spouse Behind a National Legacy
As we reflect on the monumental contributions Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. made to humanity and the Civil Rights Movement, we are reminded of his enduring impact on justice, equality,…
Fitness: Corps Focuses on Strengthening Marines, Spouses
The Marine Corps wants its Marines to be healthy and happy so they can main-tain their effectiveness as the world’s greatest warfighters.One way they are accomplishing this is by embracing…
When It’s Okay to Quit (And When it’s Not)
The second Friday of January is often called Quitters Day—the day many people abandon their New Year’s resolutions. Last week, we talked about setting goals, and now we’re telling you…