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Spouse Spotlight: Tanya Lambert
Meet Tanya, a Marine Corps spouse whose leadership and steady presence helped shape a stronger, more connected community during her time as the spouse of the 3/1 Battalion Commander.
Tanya Lambert USMC Spouse of 29 YearsOkinawa, Japan Meet Tanya, a Marine Corps spouse whose leadership and steady presence helped shape a stronger, more connected community during her time as the spouse of the 3/1 Battalion Commander. With a clear commitment to people and belonging, Tanya consistently worked to ensure spouses felt welcomed, supported, and…
April is Month of the Military Child, which feels like a good time to chat about something that often comes up in conversation: Are we messing up our kids by moving them so much? Fair question. Marine Corps families move a lot. We say every three years, but in reality, it often feels more like every two. And then there are…
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’m a Marine Corps spouse, and lately I’ve been struggling with a feeling I don’t like to admit out loud…resentment.I’m proud of my spouse’s service. I believe in…
Shelby Bateman USMC Spouse of 11 YearsMarine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, SC Meet Shelby Bateman, a Marine Corps spouse stationed at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, whose journey from supporting her husband to empowering military families is nothing short of inspiring. Through roles in Family Readiness, community advisory boards, and as the Beaufort…
First of Four Webinars kicks off Thursday, April 23 Geared for the military community, Hope For The Warriors will present a series of free, virtual career workshops with Robert Half, a talent solutions and business consulting firm. The four-part series begins Thursday, April 23, at 11 a.m. EDT. Led by career coaches from Hope For The Warriors and…
Shannon Williams USMC Spouse of 30 YearsCamp Lejeune, NC Born in Annapolis, Maryland and raised in Jacksonville, North Carolina, this Marine Corps family’s story is deeply rooted in service, education, and community. After 15 years as a dedicated math educator in Onslow County Schools, she now serves military and civilian families as a Mortgage Loan Officer, helping…
We are seeking talented writers focusing on the stories and experiences of Marine Corps spouses and families. If you have a passion for storytelling and a connection to the Marine Corps community, we invite you to share your unique insights and perspectives. Are you interested in highlighting the resilience, strength, and contributions of our Marine Corps families? Let’s connect and get started!
