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, I am preparing for yet another…
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Spouse Spotlight: Jillian Cortez
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,…
Spouse Spotlight: Tina Manning
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…
Spouse Spotlight: Megan Slaton
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….
Spouse Spotlight: Rachael Kolb
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…
Ask Dr. Monica – “How do I support my kids through PCS?”
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…
Spouse Spotlight: Ingrid Sanchez
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…
Spouse Spotlight: Rei Best
Rei Best USMC Spouse of 19 YearsCamp Lejeune, NC Meet Rei Best, a Marine Corps spouse who was raised in the military community long before marrying her Marine in 2007. Shaped by…
Why do we have a Military Spouse Appreciation Day?
We have a day for everything now. National Bagel Day is January 15, apparently. (Google it.) So this year, when Military Spouse Appreciation Day showed up on the calendar, I asked: “why is this a thing?” As it turns out, this…
Spouse Spotlight: Ashley Gibson
Ashley Gibson USMC Spouse of 16 YearsMacDill Air Force Base Meet Mrs. Ashley Gibson, a Marine Corps spouse at MacDill Air Force Base whose consistent service and welcoming leadership have strengthened the…
The stoplight that changed everything: My Journey into Military-connected Community Service and Advocacy
The beginning- Shaped by family My journey into community service began long before I realized it. As a child growing up in Jamaica, my parents taught me the power of gratitude, kindness, and…
Spouse Spotlight: Nichole Lovejoy
Nichole Lovejoy USMC Spouse of 12 YearsMCAS Beaufort, SC / Geo-baching in Jacksonville, NC Meet Nichole Lovejoy, a Marine Corps spouse stationed at Marine Corps Air Station New River who turns connection into community every single…
