Mr. Army Wife and Friends

On this episode of Mr. Army Wife and Friends, Bonnie and I chat with Ashley Marshall. Out of a need to figure out what was happening when she took over as President of her Spouses Club, Ashley started the Military Spouses' Club Leadership Forum page on Facebook. This page allows leaders from all over to ask questions and give advice inside a community of other spouses. You can find the page by following this link. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1436738063038868 Disclaimer: Ashley Marshall is an attorney and none of her views expressed on this episode should be taken as legal advice. For legal advice contact JAG, or a local attorney in your area. Please follow Mr. Army Wife and Friends on Facebook (@mrarmywifeandfriends) and Instagram (mrarmywifeandfriends), and email your answer to misterarmywife@gmail.com with any questions, comments or concerns. Don't forget about the Mr Army Wife and Friends Cruise onboard the Carnival Conquest, October 7-10, 2022. You can reserve your spot by calling Meghann Donovan at 774.217.3710. Music provided by Soundstripe.com

On this episode of Mr. Army Wife and Friends, Bonnie and I chat with Meredith Neill and Kelly McBurrows. They are rockstar Mil Spouses who know it's tough out there sometimes. Kelly and Meredith bring a unique perspective to starting a new spouses' club and how to handle a lack of Senior Spouse Support if necessary. Please follow Mr. Army Wife and Friends on Facebook (@mrarmywifeandfriends) and Instagram (mrarmywifeandfriends), and email your answer to misterarmywife@gmail.com with any questions, comments or concerns. Music provided by Soundstripe.com

On this episode of Mr. Army Wife and Friends, Bonnie and I chat with Emily McGruder from the Fort Polk Spouses and Community Club. She's working hard to build a sense of community surrounding the club at Fort Polk, and hopes that by reaching out to everyone, she will be able to achieve that. Please follow Mr. Army Wife and Friends on Facebook (@mrarmywifeandfriends) and Instagram (mrarmywifeandfriends), and email your answer to misterarmywife@gmail.com with any questions, comments or concerns. Music provided by Soundstripe.com

On this episode of Mr. Army Wife and Friends, Bonnie and Steve are joined by Melissa Fowler from Joint Base Lewis-McChord.  Melissa wants to talk about finding ways to reach out to male spouses.  

On this episode of Mr. Army Wife and Friends, Bonnie and Steve speak to Tara Mitchner, the President of the Minot Spouses Club. Tara wants to talk about reviving clubs after COVID and all that entails including building her board and restarting the Thrift Store.

On this episode of the Mr. Army Wife and Friends podcast I bring on a new co-host and we learn all about her. Plus we talk about our new positions and why we are making season 2 all about military spouses' clubs.

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Bonnie, Liz and Carolyn to the podcast. These great spouses talk about their military journeys, their favorite military spouse moments, and I challenge them to come up with adjectives describing military spouses using the toughest letters in the Army Alphabet, Quebec, X-Ray and Zulu. These spouses all share a common trait in that they are General Officer Spouses and we talk about that too. It's an episode you don't want to miss. Please follow Mr. Army Wife and Friends on Facebook (@mrarmywifeandfriends) and Instagram (mrarmywifeandfriends), and email your answer to misterarmywife@gmail.com with any questions, comments or concerns. Music provided by Soundstripe.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Carrie, Nicole and Kristi to the podcast. These great spouses talk about their military journeys, their favorite military spouse moments, and their "yankee" words that describe military spouses everywhere. Plus, we discuss this episode's current events article talking about being a veteran and a spouse. You can find the article here: https://www.military.com/spouse/military-life/5-ways-being-veteran-makes-it-easier-be-military-spouse.html Beware small ears, there are couple of words you might not want them to hear. Please follow Mr. Army Wife and Friends on Facebook (@mrarmywifeandfriends) and Instagram (mrarmywifeandfriends), and email your answer to misterarmywife@gmail.com with any questions, comments or concerns. Music provided by Soundstripe.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Kim, Jann and Hillarey to the podcast.  These great spouses talk about their military journeys, their favorite military spouse moments, and their "Whiskey" words that describe military spouses everywhere. Plus, we discuss this episode's current events article talking about schooling during a pandemic You can check out the article here:  https://www.civilbeat.org/2020/10/military-family-struggles-to-find-school-routine-that-works/ Please follow Mr. Army Wife and Friends on Facebook (@mrarmywifeandfriends) and Instagram (mrarmywifeandfriends), and  email your answer to misterarmywife@gmail.com with any questions, comments or concerns. Music provided by Soundstripe.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Kristen, Michelle, and Heather to the podcast. These great spouses talk about their military journeys, their favorite military spouse moments, and their "Victor" words that describe military spouses everywhere. Plus, we discuss this episode's current events article talking helping our communities through our own struggles. Please check out the article here: https://www.military.com/spouse/military-life/she-used-be-homeless-now-military-spouse-helping-others.html Please follow Mr. Army Wife and Friends on Facebook (@mrarmywifeandfriends) and Instagram (mrarmywifeandfriends), and email your answer to misterarmywife@gmail.com with any questions, comments or concerns. Music provided by Soundstripe.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Nicole, Lindsey and Kim to the podcast. These great spouses talk about their military journeys, their favorite military spouse moments, and their "Uniform" words that describe military spouses everywhere. Plus, we discuss this episode's current events article talking about connecting with other military spouses through shared experiences. Please check out the article here: https://www.airforcemag.com/military-spouses-bond-over-shared-experiences/ Please follow Mr. Army Wife and Friends on Facebook (@mrarmywifeandfriends) and Instagram (mrarmywifeandfriends), and email your answer to misterarmywife@gmail.com with any questions, comments or concerns. Music provided by Soundstripe.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Savannah, Lindsey and Jillian to the podcast. These great spouses talk about their military journeys, their favorite military spouse moments, and their "Tango" words that describe military spouses everywhere. Plus, we discuss this episode's current events article talking about housing. Please check out the article here: https://www.military.com/spousebuzz/2020/08/12/these-are-some-of-outrageous-official-reactions-military-family-housing-woes.html Please follow Mr. Army Wife and Friends on Facebook (@mrarmywifeandfriends) and Instagram (mrarmywifeandfriends), and email your answer to misterarmywife@gmail.com with any questions, comments or concerns. Music provided by Soundstripe.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Tiffany, Fran and Jenny to the podcast. These great spouses talk about their military journeys, their favorite military spouse moments, and their "Sierra" words that describe military spouses everywhere. Plus, we discuss this episode's current events article talking about the reasons you should vote. Please check out the article here: https://www.wearethemighty.com/MIGHTY-MILSPOUSE/military-spouses-need-to-vote?rebelltitem=3#rebelltitem3 DISCLAIMER: This episode contains one word people may consider less than clean. It's around the 18 minute mark if you'd like to skip it. Please follow Mr. Army Wife and Friends on Facebook (@mrarmywifeandfriends) and Instagram (mrarmywifeandfriends), and email your answer to misterarmywife@gmail.com with any questions, comments or concerns. Music provided by Soundstripe.com

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Sarah, Susan and Jennifer to the podcast. These great spouses talk about their military journeys, their favorite military spouse moments, and their "Romeo" words that describe military spouses everywhere. Plus, we discuss this episode's current events article talking about social media and giving other spouses advice. Please check out the article here: https://www.military.com/spouse/relationships/unbelievable-military-spouse-advice-questions-are-totally-real.html Please follow Mr. Army Wife and Friends on Facebook (@mrarmywifeandfriends) and Instagram (mrarmywifeandfriends), and email your answer to misterarmywife@gmail.com with any questions, comments or concerns. Music provided by Soundstripe.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Savannah, Melanie and Alex to the podcast. These great spouses talk about their military journeys, their favorite military spouse moments, and their "Papa" words that describe military spouses everywhere. Plus, we discuss this episode's current events article talking about some spouses that want to make a difference. https://www.military.com/spousebuzz/2020/08/10/why-these-3-military-spouses-are-running-office.html Please follow Mr. Army Wife and Friends on Facebook (@mrarmywifeandfriends) and Instagram (mrarmywifeandfriends), and email your answer to misterarmywife@gmail.com with any questions, comments or concerns. Music provided by Soundstripe.com

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Mary, Megan and Grace to the podcast. These great spouses talk about their military journeys, their favorite military spouse moments, and their "Oscar" words that describe military spouses everywhere. Plus, we discuss this episode's current events food insecurity among military families. You can read this article at this link: https://www.pilotonline.com/military/vp-nw-military-food-insecurity-20200807-3pdnignynjgsbihiizukdr4qby-story.html Please follow Mr. Army Wife and Friends on Facebook (@mrarmywifeandfriends) and Instagram (mrarmywifeandfriends), and email your answer to misterarmywife@gmail.com with any questions, comments or concerns. Music provided by Soundstripe.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Ellie, Nikki and Devon to the podcast. These great spouses talk about their military journeys, living overseas, and their "November" words that describe military spouses everywhere. Plus, we discuss this episode's current events article about childcare during a pandemic. You can read this article at this link: https://www.militarytimes.com/pay-benefits/2020/07/01/some-military-families-scrambling-to-find-child-care-after-trumps-suspension-of-au-pair-visas/ Please follow Mr. Army Wife and Friends on Facebook (@mrarmywifeandfriends) and Instagram (mrarmywifeandfriends), and email your answer to misterarmywife@gmail.com with any questions, comments or concerns. Music provided by Soundstripe.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Dani, Alexis and Jon to the podcast. These great spouses talk about their military journeys, reinventing themselves every few years, and their "Mike" words that describe military spouses everywhere. Plus, we discuss this episode's current events article, about Mental Health during a PCS. You can read this article at this link: https://www.military.com/pcs/resources-help-military-spouse-mental-health-during-pcs.html Please follow Mr. Army Wife and Friends on Facebook (@mrarmywifeandfriends) and Instagram (mrarmywifeandfriends), and email your answer to misterarmywife@gmail.com with any questions, comments or concerns. Music provided by Soundstripe.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Ally, Bree and Christy to the podcast. These great spouses talk about their military journeys, deployment advice, and their "Lima" words that describe military spouses everywhere. Plus, we discuss this episode's current events article, about a mil spouse taking care of our self-care. You can read this article at this link: https://www.military.com/spouse/military-life/how-one-military-spouse-uses-her-experience-help-others.html This episode features Bree Carroll, the Armed Forces Insurance 2020 Air Force Spouse of the Year and founder of Military Marriage Day taking place on August 14th. Please visit www.militarymarriageday.com for all the information and be on the lookout for a special discussion about Military Marriage Day later this week. Please follow Mr. Army Wife and Friends on Facebook (@mrarmywifeandfriends) and Instagram (mrarmywifeandfriends), and email your answer to misterarmywife@gmail.com with any questions, comments or concerns. Music provided by Soundstripe.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Bonnie, Leslie and Lizzie to the podcast.  These great spouses talk about their military journeys, trying to juggle the military life, and their "Kilo" words that describe military spouses everywhere. Plus, we discuss this episode's trying to have a career as a military spouse. You can read this article at this link: https://www.wearethemighty.com/MIGHTY-MILSPOUSE/military-spouse-career-balancing?rebelltitem=1#rebelltitem1 Please follow Mr. Army Wife and Friends on Facebook (@mrarmywifeandfriends) and Instagram (mrarmywifeandfriends), and remember to email your answer to our weekly question to misterarmywife@gmail.com Music provided by Soundstripe.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Maggie, Stephanie and Dustin to the podcast. These great spouses talk about their military journeys, some of the biggest problems that arise as milspos, and their "Juliet" words that describe military spouses everywhere. Plus, we discuss this episode's current events article about making new friends as a military spouse. You can read this article at this link: https://hanfordsentinel.com/community/lemoorenavynews/the-meat-and-potatoes-of-life-making-military-friends-you-may-not-be-a-loner/article_b059ba5c-f76d-5807-a012-059cc4d7a9ea.html Please follow Mr. Army Wife and Friends on Facebook (@mrarmywifeandfriends) and Instagram (mrarmywifeandfriends), and remember to email your answer to our weekly question to misterarmywife@gmail.com Music provided by Soundstripe.com

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Michelle, Katy and Rachel to the podcast.  These great spouses talk about their military journeys, why joining Spouses' Clubs could be a good idea, and their "India" adjectives that describe military spouses everywhere. Plus, we discuss this episode's current events article about another male military spouse who relishes his role.  You can read this article at this link: https://www.swoknews.com/news/a-different-kind-of-duty-a-military-spouse-answers-the-call-as-a-stay-at/article_406bf84d-3b64-5724-9e96-859e65dbca75.html Please follow Mr. Army Wife and Friends on Facebook (@mrarmywifeandfriends) and Instagram (mrarmywifeandfriends), and remember to email your answer to our weekly question to misterarmywife@gmail.com Music provided by Soundstripe.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Kim, Bree and Stephanie to the podcast. These great spouses talk about their military journeys, how National Guard spouses are a little different and their "Hotel" adjectives that describe military spouses everywhere. Plus, we discuss this episode's current events article about what might be funded in the new Defense Authorization Bill in 2021. Here is a link to the article. https://www.militarytimes.com/news/pentagon-congress/2020/06/19/troops-would-see-3-percent-pay-raise-more-child-care-and-family-support-programs-under-house-plan/ Please follow Mr. Army Wife and Friends on Facebook (@mrarmywifeandfriends) and Instagram (mrarmywifeandfriends), and remember to email your answer to our weekly question to misterarmywife@gmail.com Music provided by Soundstripe.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Ashley, Whitney and Courtney to the podcast. These great spouses talk about their military journeys, where they might want to set down roots and their "Golf" adjectives that describe military spouses everywhere. Plus, we discuss this episode's current events article about our First Amendment rights. Here is the link to the article. https://www.military.com/spouse/military-life/what-are-free-speech-rules-military-spouses.html Please follow Mr. Army Wife and Friends on Facebook (@mrarmywifeandfriends) and Instagram (mrarmywifeandfriends) Music provided by Soundstripe.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Dana, Alyssa and Emily to the podcast. These great spouses talk about their military journeys, challenges that come with movie and housing and their "Foxtrot" adjectives that describe military spouses everywhere. We also talk about this article which deals with the Tenant Bill of Rights - https://www.defense.gov/Explore/News/Article/Article/2204383/dod-chief-housing-officer-issues-memo-to-privatized-housing-tenants/ Please follow Mr. Army Wife and Friends on Facebook (@mrarmywifeandfriends) and Instagram (mrarmywifeandfriends) Music provided by Soundstripe.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Heather, Jenny and Karly to the podcast. These great spouses talk about their military journeys, ways to serve our communities and their "Echo" adjectives that describe military spouses everywhere. We also talk about this article which deals with making on post living better - https://www.military.com/spousebuzz/2020/05/29/military-spouse-creates-community-through-book-nooks.html Please follow Mr. Army Wife and Friends on Facebook (@mrarmywifeandfriends) and Instagram (mrarmywifeandfriends) Music provided by Soundstripe.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Mr. Army Wife (Steve) welcomes friends, Allison, Amanda and Nina to the podcast. These great spouses talk about their military journeys, the ups and downs of military life and their "Delta" adjectives that describe military spouses everywhere. We also talk about this article which deals with Mental Health - https://www.militarytimes.com/pay-benefits/2020/05/21/even-pre-coronavirus-military-families-struggled-to-get-mental-health-care-appointments-survey-says/?fbclid=IwAR12a8Rogh5QzxFagoT24BW1VRc5OTqJne-zsWacGHVNoOeD9I9i4PLfLPQ Please follow Mr. Army Wife and Friends on Facebook (@mrarmywifeandfriends) and Instagram (mrarmywifeandfriends) Music provided by Soundstripe.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Marc, Eryn and Krissy join Mr. Army Wife to talk about their military journeys, and the "Charlie" adjectives that describe military spouses everywhere. We also talk about current events and this article about finances... https://www.military.com/spousebuzz/2020/05/12/new-dod-program-focuses-military-spouse-financial-readiness.html Please follow Mr. Army Wife and Friends on Facebook (@mrarmywifeandfriends) and Instagram (mrarmywifeandfriends) Music provided by Soundstripe.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Nikita, Christie and Dee join Mr. Army Wife to talk about their military journeys, and the "Bravo" adjectives that describe military spouses everywhere. We also talk about current events and this article... https://www.military.com/daily-news/2020/05/07/military-families-making-summer-pcs-moves-will-have-follow-these-strict-rules.html?fbclid=IwAR23Qs3aOGkmEJ28XRM0xqtQMFwsB__s-E0tPICT660Yz9UBBOOA1Eb7L5w There is also a Memorial Day Tribute... Please follow Mr. Army Wife and Friends on Facebook (@mrarmywifeandfriends) and Instagram (mrarmywifeandfriends) Music provided by Soundstripe.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Jessica, Melissa and Hilary join Mr. Army Wife to talk about their military journeys, and the "Alpha" adjectives that describe military spouses everywhere. We also talk about current events and this article...https://www.cnn.com/2020/05/09/politics/home-front-pandemic-guide/index.html. Please follow Mr. Army Wife and Friends on Facebook (@mrarmywifeandfriends) and Instagram (mrarmywifeandfriends) Music provided by Soundstripe.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app