May 8, 2008
If you’re a Military Spouse, you know that you hold a rather unique position in the scheme of things. You are not actively in the Military, yet intimately tied to it, you didn’t sign up for deployments and TDY’s, yet you have to live through them… In order to honor your sacrifices, efforts and determination officially - we pay tribute through Military Spouse Day.
The White House said: Military spouses embody the courage, nobility of duty, and love of country that inspire every American. On Military Spouse Day, we pay tribute to the husbands and wives who support their spouses in America’s Armed Forces during times of war and peace.
May 9th has been officially declared Military Spouse Day by the President of the United States. For additional Info, News and Updates, check out America Supports You.
May 1, 2008
May 17th at 3:00 pm at Ft. Carson
“Tell Me A Story” is an event that seeks to empower children by using literature and their own stories to foster skills for resilience, strong peer-and-parent connections and a sense of pride and accomplishments.
This event will be held May 17th at 3:00 pm at the Special Events Center, Building 1829.
Please contact the Parent to Parent team at 337-7866 or carsonparent2parent@yahoo.com - whether you have questions or if you’d like to make a reservation.
Tell YOUR story….
April 25, 2008
If you’re moving/pcs-ing to Ft. Carson, Colorado - and are planning on living on post - check out the following links for housing information:
Information on Existing Housing on Ft. Carson - including BAH rate tables, Housing Services, Phone List and FAQ’s.
Residential Community Initiative- RCI’s History, New Villages, renovated housing and Automated Housing Referral Network.
Ft. Carson GMH Military Housing- About the community, Neighborhoods, Floorplans, Pictures and Newcomer Kits.
April 24, 2008
Looking for something to do in and around Colorado Springs?
Check out the following….
May 13th - World Arena - Carrie Underwood and Josh Turner will perform, Tickets are sold at 520-show or ticketswest.com
May 10th at 2:00pm and 7:30 pm - World Arena - Lipizzaner Stallions, go online to www.lipizzaner.com or call 576-2626
April 26th - Fountain Creek Nature Center hosts a Kite and Wind Festival from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. There’s a $4 charge for anyone older than 3. Call 530-6745 for Information. The Nature Center is just off Highway 85/87, near Gate 20 on 320 Pepper Grass Lane.
1st Saturday of every Money - Denver Art Museum on 100W 14th Ave is free for Colorado Residents. The Denver Museum of Nature and Science has free admission for soldiers.
April 26th - Air Force Academy Theater - “I love a Piano” is in Arnold Hall Theater at the Air Force Academy. Call 333-4497 for tickets. Arnold Hall is in the Cadet Area.
April 21, 2008
According to an article in Military.com, “Army Gen. Dan K. McNeill, the four-star commander of the 57,000 U.S. and coalition troops fighting in Afghanistan, said in an interview April 13 that the greatest gains in the war have come from Soldiers serving the long tours.”
He also stated “the most successful units have been U.S. Army troops who have “established relationships with the terrain, with the indigenous people and with the enemy, and have had a good amount of time to exploit those relationships and use them to their advantage.”
Considering that this is a “balancing act” between what is needed and the strain on soldiers and their families, I was wondering: What is YOUR opinion on this?
