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2018 study by global policy think tank the RAND Corporation surveyed 81 United States Army Soldiers to ask why they enlisted. The resulting data CSMNG CSMNG showed that benefits like health care, tuition assistance and GI Bill benefits motivated around 32 percent of the soldiers they surveyed to join up. That’s hardly surprising; the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics showed a direct, positive correlation between education and earnings based on 2017 figures. But taking advantage of those resources and getting the most out of higher education means acknowledging and planning around the unique challenges military-affiliated students face. Given the large military community in the area, most post-secondary education institutions in Colorado Springs tend to have experience with the needs of military-affiliated students, which includes veterans, active duty service members and the children of either. “Twenty percent of our students are [veterans or] military-based, so we have a very robust veteran and military program,” said Lisa Buckman, director of the McCord-Herbst Veteran Center at the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs. Predominantly, Buckman’s office processes benefits — and any service member or veteran understands the demands of such a task — in order to ensure students are able to get their needs met as well as possible. A 2017 article in The Atlantic cited former Navy gunner’s mate COLORADO SPRINGS MILITARY NEWSPAPER GROUP

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Chaz Painter, then a student at San Diego State prominently, by veterans is the shift in culture University, who said that SDSU’s VC helped him and authority structure. After serving in the handle some forms in 5 minutes that would have military, especially during a person’s highly fortaken “forever” on the phone or online with mative late teens, a person gets used to being held Veterans Affairs. The same article cites wildly to a certain level of accountability. In college, that varying college graduation rates among veter- accountability does not exist — there are no ofans, with higher rates at schools with dedicated ficers or NCOs or assigned mentors to follow up VCs. It says there’s “no official way to know” when a task isn’t accomplished well or in a timely how many GI Bill students successfully earn manner. Building self-accountability is often part degrees at four-year universities, of freshman-oriented classes, and though the Student Veterans of university tutoring centers and academic advisors can also help. America reported that veterans Tim Stobierski of Northeastern using GI bill benefits graduated University recommends buildat a slightly higher rate than the ing a support network early on, national student population. whether that means family and VCs like the one at UCCS offriends, classmates, or memfer a variety of other services to meet students where they are and bers of a student organization. help them succeed; just like with Stobierski particularly recombenefits, every military-affiliatmends seeking out student veted student’s personal situation eran organizations or veteran is different, and Buckman and centers as particularly helpful her colleagues, all of whom are with offering the camaraderie and community he says veterans veterans, have seen a variety of — Lisa Buckman often miss in civilian life. them. That might be something Beyond that, Buckman noted that active duty like academic difficulties or difficulty communicating with a professor, Buckman said, or it military and veterans often face an age gap with might be something entirely different. She’s had their peers in the classroom, and they may be military-affiliated students walk in who are sleep- some of the oldest students in the classroom. ing in their car because they haven’t gotten VA The difference in maturity level between an avbenefits for two months and haven’t spoken to erage 18-year-old fresh out of high school and a 26-year-old who’s just separated from the milianyone about it. One of the most fundamental challenges faced tary can make group work frustrating for all by part-time active duty students and, even more parties. This can make it very hard for service

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Shutterstock members to stay engaged with the class and the material. “We’ve had to facilitate meetings between professors and veterans who were grouped with younger people and... went to their professor and said I can’t work with 18-year-olds,” said Buckman. With every obstacle comes an opportunity, though, so Buckman and her staff often remind veterans of how much mentoring they can provide and how they’ve been prepared

to mentor their juniors during their service, as well as just how much they themselves have grown since age 18. Of course, with age and life experience of military service comes challenges shared with other non-traditional students, such as families and jobs. Buckman says that UCCS, for example, has a child care center on campus, and while the UCCS VC can’t offer financial support, she and her team have connections throughout the community

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that they can connect military-affiliated students to if they can’t afford on-campus childcare. For veterans specifically, Veterans Affairs work study opportunities not only offer financial aid benefits, they help veterans connect. The VC at UCCS hires up to a dozen VA work study employees during the school year, Buckman says, and they’re essential to processing benefits. Most universities have similar opportunities. Buckman also works closely with the Mount Carmel Veteran Service center and the Fort Carson Education Office, both of which have VA work study opportunities. Any applications she can’t hire due to limited positions, she will pass on to Mount Carmel or Fort Carson, who are always looking for contractors. “We have 15 applications for the fall, we are not going to be able to hire all of them,” she said. The UCCS VC, once more as an example, also makes use of referrals to other organizations and offices on campus for needs that they can’t meet. It’s far from uncommon for any college students to have a mental health crisis at some point in their studies, so Buckman and her team can offer to the UCCS wellness center. That’s especially helpful for students waiting on VA care or referrals, given that agency’s 2014 and 2019 controversies over long wait times for care and alleged “secret wait lists” used to hide the extent of the issue. “I don’t blame the VA, they are overwhelmed, which is why they send people out to the community now,” said Buckman, “but [when student veterans] come in and can’t even get a referral, we [direct them to] the UCCS wellness center. They are trained for this... and they’ll see you seven times in an academic year, and veteran and military affairs office will pay for it.” Students Buckman and the VC work with are more than just their military affiliations, and the resources they need may have more to do with their gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation or other factors, and some military-affiliated students want nothing to do with the military due to bad experiences. “Whatever your issue is, we care that we help you,” said Buckman. “We don’t want anybody to feel lost.”

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COURSES, EVENTS & SERVICES

WWW.CARSON.ARMY.MIL/ACS • (719) 526-4590

ACS programs offer a wide variety of classes, events and services. Each program is represented online. Find class times and further details of ACS classes and events at www.carson.army.mil/acs. To speak with a program specialist call (719) 526-4590.

ARMY FAMILY TEAM BUILDING (AFTB) AFTB: MILITARY KNOWLEDGE (LEVEL K) Level K provides the basic information and skills needed by all military Family members. These include military terms, acronyms, customs and expectations, impact of the mission on family life, and much more. AFTB: LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT (LEVEL L) Level L will enhance an individual’s professional growth and leadership skills. This training is for those who are or wish to be leaders, whether it is in the unit, the SFRG, or the community.

FAMILY ADVOCACY PROGRAM AFTB: PERSONAL GROWTH (LEVEL G) Level G focuses on personal growth through communication, exploring personality traits, creative problem solving and many aspects of self improvement. BRIEFER, FACILITATOR AND INSTRUCTOR TRAINING COURSES This 3-class series improves public speaking, briefing, facilitating, and instruction skills. ACS volunteer instructors are chosen from the Instructor Training Course.

ARMY VOLUNTEER CORPS (AVC) ANNUAL AVC EVENTS

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Volunteer Recognition Ceremony, National Four times a year AVC organizes Volunteer Week, National Night Out, and Make award ceremonies recognizing Fort Carson Volunteers. A Difference Day. NEW VOLUNTEER, VMIS & OPOC TRAINING Provides information on registration of new volunteers, duties of the OPOC (Organizational Point of Contact) and how to use the VMIS (Volunteer Management Information System) to enter hours and earned awards.

EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY MEMBER PROGRAM (EFMP) EFMP 101 Join us for EFMP 101, where program myths are busted and accurate information is explained in detail. We’ll help you understand the ins and outs of the program, how it affects you, and the services that are offered. EFMP RESPITE CARE EFMP Respite Care is a temporary rest period for caregivers, providing them the opportunity to rest and rejuvenate with peace of mind, knowing their loved ones will be well cared for. Eligibility criteria apply.

COMPASSIONATE ACTIONS ASSISTANCE Meet with an EFMP Systems Navigator to ensure individual circumstances meet criteria for requesting a compassionate reassignment, deletion, deferment or permissive attachment based on the individual Soldier's circumstances. EFMP & ME This is a new digital tool to guide military families with special needs to the specific information and resources they need. Using the tool, you can learn about support services, preparing for a move or deployment, responding to changes in education or medical needs, and adjusting to new life situations. EFMP & Me gives families personalized assistance based on their specific circumstances. SYSTEMS NAVIGATION SERVICES EFMP Systems Navigation is a Family support component of the EFMP that connects Families who have special needs with the systems of care they need, both on and off the installation. A standardized planning tool is used to help you identify

EFMP SCHOOL SUPPORT If you have a child on an IEP or a 504 Plan, this service is for you! Clearly understanding the basics of the special education process, understanding your rights and responsibilities and those of the education system, and collaborating with educational professionals will help you feel like a true member of your child’s IEP team. your family’s needs and goals, which will be School support services are tailored to organized and prioritized in a way that is easy to understand. meet your child’s individual needs.

5 LOVE LANGUAGES This class will discuss your “Love Language” and how to use it to strengthen your communication style. COOPERATIVE PARENTING & DIVORCE Understand your new roles in this important relationship and how to best support your kids during this transition. Meets the State of Colorado requirement for divorcing couples. 2nd Tuesday of the month MARRIAGE WORKSHOP In this 3 week class you’ll relate with your partner in a calm, cool and connected way. Work on communication, intimacy and much more. RESILIENCE CLASSES Learn self-awareness, selfregulation, optimism, mental agility, strength of character, and connection. Each class covers a different subject matter. Attendance of all classes encouraged.

PARENTING WORKSHOP Learn to relate with your children by taking hold of your own emotional responses in this 4 week class. Helps parents to focus on their own behaviors. PREP PREVENTION AND RELATIONSHIP EDUCATION PROGRAM The Prevention and Relationship Education Program will help you achieve your goals as a couple by building on your current strengths and learning new skills. All couples welcome. SOLE PARENTING GROUP An opportunity for Soldiers to meet fellow single parents, attain resources and ask questions in a supportive environment. LAUNCHING HOPE Launching Hope is a 3 week class that lays out a clear path for how parents can lead their teenagers into a more productive future and create a better relationship with them along the way. Single parents and couples are welcome to participate.

EMPLOYMENT READINESS PROGRAM (ERP) FEDERAL RESUMES AND USAJOBS.GOV Searching and applying for federal jobs is a vastly different process than the civilian job search process. ERP will give you the tools to make the most of your federal job search and how to write and tailor your resume to 4th Tuesday a federal job announcement. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SERIES This series will include workshops with a different focus each month. Topics will include: LinkedIn & Personal Branding, Career Assessments, Business Etiquette and much 1st & 3rd Thursday more! WRITE A WINNING RESUME Does your resume tell the whole story? This course will detail how to tailor your resume to it a speci ic job posting and examine current 2nd Wednesday resume trends.

VICTIM ADVOCACY PROGRAM

YOU’RE A PRIORITY: FEDERAL EMPLOYMENT FOR MILITARY SPOUSE As a Military Spouse you may be eligible for the Priority Placement Program (PPP), educational opportunities through MyCAA, and the Relocation Licensure Reimbursement. Learn the requirements and documentation needed for these and other spouse employment and educational opportunities. 3rd Wednesday

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND CAREER EXPLORATION FOR TEENS AND YOUNG ADULTS Provides teens and young adults workshops guaranteed to launch you into a productive future. Workshops will cover: Developing Initial Resume & Completing Job Applications, Volunteering, Interview Preparation, Scholarships, FAFSA and Q&A with colleges. Every Summer and Fall, please visit website for specific dates

(719) 524-1899

Non-clinical advocacy services and support to Soldiers and Family Members who are experiencing domestic violence. HOW TO HELP A FRIEND This course will explore the ways a person becomes trapped in an abusive relationship and learn how to safely connect a person to help using on post and off post resources. WOMEN’S DOMESTIC VIOLENCE EMPOWERMENT SUPPORT GROUP An 8 week Women’s support group for survivors of domestic violence. A group to support, encourage and empower women affected by domestic violence. SOLDIER & FAMILY ASSISTANCE CENTER (SFAC) LEADERSHIP RESPONSE TO DOMESTIC VIOLENCE This class is designed to help command teams understand their role in domestic violence TRANSITION AND MEDICAL RETIREMENT BRIEF MEDICAL SEPARATION ORIENTATION BRIEF Victim Advocacy This briefing is for SRU and IDES Soldiers Get orientated to the SFAC Program. Includes a response and to provide them with resources and information from the ACS Call 719-524-1899 for more Program, and information on the dynamics of domestic abuse. who have received their Army Disability facility tour and information on what services information or to schedule a class. Rating and are transitioning out of the are provided through the SFAC. Open to all SRU, 24/7 VICTIM HOTLINE Call or Text (719) 243-7907 military. The brief covers all of the Integrated Disability Evaluation System (IDES) military benefits and services transitioning Army Community Service supports Commander’s readiness Soldiers and their Family Members. Soldiers can utilize. goals with our portable class schedule. ONE-ON-ONE SUPPORT For Units & SFRGs. On your time at your place. To schedule go to Schedule your one-on-one support with the SFAC to support your transitions needs: financial counseling, education benefits, leave calculations, resume assistance, and recreation opportunities.

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WWW.CARSON.ARMY.MIL/ACS • (719) 526-4590

ACS programs offer a wide variety of classes, events and services. Each program is represented online. Find class times and further details of ACS classes and events at www.carson.army.mil/acs. To speak with a program specialist call (719) 526-4590.

RELOCATION READINESS PROGRAM (RELO) HOMEBUYER’S WORKSHOP Topics include: choosing a real estate agent, selecting the right house, obtaining the right mortgage, VA Loans, understanding the closing 4th Wednesday process and much more. SPONSORSHIP TRAINING Required training for all Fort Carson sponsors. Soldiers learn about sponsorship and resources available on Fort Carson.

MOUNTAIN POST LIVING WELCOME FOR SPOUSES AND FAMILIES Meet other new spouses, get “insider tips” from spouses familiar with the area and have an opportunity to ask questions about your new 3rd Friday home. CULTURAL MEET-UPS Get acquainted with ACS offerings and find new friends in a community at Fort Carson that appointment/portable class includes people with similar backgrounds and EVERYDAY ENGLISH experiences. Children welcome. Cultural group Program for foreign born Spouses and leaders needed. International Meet-Up: 1st & 3rd Wednesday Latino Meet-Up: 1st & 3rd Thursday Soldiers. Participants develop basic English PCS 101 skills through conversation and activities. 1st & 3rd Tuesday Provides PCSing Soldiers with information on WAITING FAMILIES PROGRAM planning and executing a successful move. Open to any geographically separated Soldiers and Family Members can go online for Families, to include TDY’s, unaccompanied this information or schedule a one-on-one assignments, and deployment. Stay up-to- appointment to cover all your questions. appointment/portable class date with what is going on at Fort Carson and DESTINATION OVERSEAS local communities. Learn about planning and executing a S1 IMMIGRATION TRAINING Required for BN and BDE S1’s to properly successful OCONUS PCS. Soldiers and Family assist their Soldiers with the Immigration Members can go online for this information or and Naturalization process. appointment/portable class schedule a one-on-one appointment to cover all appointment/portable class your questions. IMMIGRATION / NATURALIZATION ASSISTANCE Free service open to all Soldiers, Spouses, and DA Civilians; Active Duty and retired. Representative works with the USCIS Denver Office representatives. by appointment only, call (719) 526-1127

FINANCIAL READINESS PROGRAM (FRP)

BANKING MANAGEMENT Today’s banking tools make managing money easier than ever before. Secure your success by understanding the basics of ATMs, Apps, online banking and much more. 1st Tuesday of the month FINANCIAL COUNSELING Meet with one of our Financial Counselors and get a handle on your specific financial situation. This is one-to-one counseling for budgets, debt management, or retirement by appointment plans. 1ST TERMERS TRAINING As a new Soldier, learn how to save and invest your valuable earnings, establish savings goals, debt elimination strategies, and create a savings plan for emergency situations. This class is open to all new Soldiers, their Family members and DoD ID by appointment card holders. THRIFT SAVINGS PLAN CLASS Learn about your retirement plan and the importance of planning for your retirement. Registration is required. 1st Thursdays

SURVIVOR OUTREACH SERVICES (SOS)

ARMY EMERGENCY RELIEF (AER) AER is a private non-profit organization whose mission is to provide financial assistance to Soldiers and Family Members, Retirees, Retiree Family Members, and Medically Retired Wounded Warriors needing financial assistance in an unforeseen emergency situation. AER is dedicated to “Helping the Army by appointment Take Care Its Own.” FOUNDATIONAL READINESS CLASSES FOR YOUR PERSONAL FINANCES Designed for Soldiers and Family Members wanting to improve their financial status and plan for the future. Topics vary each session. Fridays

FINANCIAL STRENGTH BUDGETING 101 Learn how to create your budget, meet your financial goals and save for emergencies. Designed to ensure that each Soldier has a plan to better manage their money to create a sound financial plan for themselves and their 2nd Wednesday Family. SMART MONEY TALKS Soldiers and Family members who are wanting to improve their financial status and Quarterly plan for the future are welcome.

HEARTBEAT Heartbeat Peer to Peer Support for Survivors of Military Suicide Loss. The Fort Carson Heartbeat group meets virtually and is open to anyone affected by a Military Suicide Loss. The group is facilitated by Survivors of Military Suicide Loss, and offers time to address suicide bereavement 2nd & 4th Tuesday by offering comfort, encouragement and direction to those left to mourn.

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NEW PARENT SUPPORT PROGRAM (NPSP) BABY ORIENTATION

BOOT CAMP FOR NEW MOMS The NPSP will provide parents who have An education and discussion group for recently delivered, information on safety moms to share motherhood fears and challenges, practical activities, supporting and the services offered for new parents. 2nd Tuesday of the month dad and becoming a great mom. Offered for 3rd Tuesday of the month moms only. NURTURING FAMILIES THROUGH PLAY This 10-week class teaches parents how to BOOT CAMP FOR NEW DADS use child play therapy skills to reduce An interactive and engaging class that behavioral problems and enhance parent-child focuses on what it means to become a father, how to care for baby, and how to care for relationships. mom. Offered for dads only. 1st Tuesday of the month HOME VISITS A voluntary home visitation program for INFANT MASSAGE & BABY NURTURING Families expecting a child or with children Increase the bond between you and your baby from infant to 3 years of age. Services are through various infant massage techniques. provided free of charge by NPSP staff. This class includes strokes to alleviate colic, creating strong bonds and increasing NURTURING These two 12-week classes teach parents how communication between parent and baby. Tuesdays to be nurturing to their children as well PLAY GROUP as to themselves. Touches on communication, building your child’s self- Fun filled, interactive meet-up for parents esteem, behavior management techniques and and children. Your child will improve their much more. Classes are divided by child age: social, cognitive and motor skills. For infants to the Infant to 5 years of age and 5 to 12 years of age. 5 years of age. School age kids welcome inFridays summer. NOURISH AND NURTURE Class designed to assist parents in feeding TODDLER TIME their infants and children up to age 3 years. Focuses on gross motor enhancement through Monthly topic will cover a variety of song and dance; sensory enrichment through subjects: nursing infants, bottle feeding, first arts and crafts; as well as nurturing the child foods, picky eaters, ages and stages of and the parent. For ages 18 months old and up. Thursdays development in feeding, and homemade baby BABY SIGN LANGUAGE BASICS Mondays foods. Did you know that babies can actually CENTER ON FATHERING This 15- week class will encourage understand spoken language before they are father-child relationships, cultivate physically able to speak? You and your child 4th Tuesday every other month bonding, attachment, communication and can learn together. build family resilience. Must sign up for the ART AND MOVEMENT full 15 weeks. For more information please Class designed for ages 18-36 months to support fine, motor and cognitive call 719-351-2997 or 719-524-1899. Tuesdays development skills. Supplies will be provided TOUGH TOPICS if needed. Information will be included in the A group to help assist parents and caregivers zoom invitation for the date and time to pick up with navigating difficult conversations. Offered Quarterly supplies at the ACS Annex. 4th Monday

MOBILIZATION & DEPLOYMENT (MOB/DEP) CARE TEAM TRAINING The CARE Team offers short-term assistance to support Families in the gap between notification team and personal support arriving. Training prepares volunteers to help during this time of tragedy or loss. SFRG TRAINING: FUND CUSTODIAN Learn about the responsibilities of the Fund Custodian and the Army regulations for managing SFRG Informal Fund accounts and fundraising. COMMAND FAMILY READINESS REPRESENTATIVE (CFRR) ACADEMY This course trains Soldiers selected to be unit Command Family Readiness Representative (CFRR) on how best to assist unit commanders and SFRG leadership. REAR DETACHMENT LEADERS COURSE Gain a better understanding of the Rear Detachment Leaders role and the many resources available for crisis intervention.

vSFRG TRAINING armyfamilywebportal.com is a secure website for command to share unit, SFRG, and deployment information to Soldiers and Family members. SFRG MANAGEMENT This class is offered monthly. Visit our website calendar for class dates and times at: carson.armymwr.com/calendar FAMILY OPSEC Protect your Soldier by protecting the information you know. This is known as Operations Security (OPSEC). Class covers OPSEC for social media and personal security guidelines. SFRG TRAINING: KEY CONTACT Soldier Family Readiness Group (SFRG) Key Contact training covers the responsibilities and expectations of being a Key Contact. Learn how to handle crisis phone calls and other forms of communication.

Military & Family Life Counselors are available. Call to schedule. (719) 526-4590

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United States Air Force Academy AirmanAUGUST & Family Readiness Center - NOVEMBER 2021 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Pre-registration required for all classes, Seating is limited, please register early! *Class times/dates subject to change or cancellation. www.USAFAsupport.com | Phone: 719-333-3444/3445 | Email: 10FSS.FSH.AFRC@us.af.mil | 6248 W. Pine Loop, USAF Academy, CO, 80840 Office Hours: Monday – Friday 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. *2nd Wednesday of each Month Closed 2 - 4:30 p.m. Training

Bundles 4 Babies Workshop Aug. 12, 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Great informative workshop open to all expectant and new parents. Learn budgeting, nutrition, basic parenting skills and more. Not limited to first child & Fathers are encouraged to attend. Active Duty Air Force members or their spouse attendees are eligible to receive a $50 gift card curtesy of the Air Force Aid Society. Contact us directly to register.

LinkedIn Aug. 19, Oct. 28, 8-10 a.m.

Learn to use this social media to your best advantage when networking and searching for your next job. Transitioning Air Force members have priority seating.

Heart Link-New Spouse Orientation Sept. 16, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. A fun and informative day tailored for new military spouses! Meet other

spouses and learn about Air Force traditions, programs, organizations and community resources on and off base.

Basic Résumé Writing Workshop Sept. 23, Nov. 4, 9-11 a.m. Learn to write an effective résumé that will open the door to your next career opportunity. Learn different résumé formats, how to best highlight your qualifications/experience, targeting your résumé to specific jobs and more. Transitioning Air Force members have priority seating.

Personal Branding Leveraging Your Competitive Edge Sept. 30, 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Join Ms. Lida Citroen as she teaches the concepts of personal branding and career transition. Ms. Citroen has authored two books on military to civilian transition and is a LinkedIn Top Voice. Transitioning Air Force member have priority registration.

Federal Employment Class Oct. 7, 9 a.m.-noon Learn what you need to know about applying for federal employment to include creating a résumé formatted to USAJOBS guidelines. Transitioning Air Force members have priority seating. Annual Adoption Workshop & Fair Workshop 9-10:30 a.m.

Learn about the different types of adoption, military reimbursement, application processes and more.

Info Fair 10:30-noon.

Connect with the various adoption agencies and community partners who support adoption/foster care families.

Breast Cancer Support Group Meets monthly. Contact the center for more information.

United Through Reading Program Share your joy of reading with a child. Contact the A&FRC for assistance & scheduling.

Volunteer Resource Program Volunteer today! Contact us to learn more

Voting Assistance Office Airman & Family Readiness Center Email: USAFA.IVO.vote@us.af.mil

VA Benefits Advisement Office Need assistance reach out today!

Personal Financial Counselor Call: 719-470-3911 or Email: PFC. USAFA.USAF@zeiders.com

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Schriever Airman & Family Readiness Center AUGUST - NOVEMBER 2021 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Transition Assistance Initial counseling / Pre separation Briefing Aug. 31 / Sept. 14, 28 / Oct. 5 / Nov. 2, 30 8:30-11 a.m. TAP Aug. 23-27 / Sept. 20-24 / Oct. 18-22 / Nov. 15-19, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Capstone Aug. 5, 12 / Sept. 2, 16, 30 / Oct. 7 / Nov. 4, 9-11 a.m. Tricare Transition Briefing Sept. 29, 9-11 a.m. Personal Branding For Your Next Career (New!) Sept. 1 / Oct. 27 Interested in a new career? Transitioning to the civilian workforce? The Airman & Family Readiness Center will be hosting an exciting new class. This class is focused on all aspects including: interviewing, résumés, utilizing social media, salary negotiations and much more.

Relocation Assistance Newcomers Orientation/Right Start Aug. 19 / Sept. 16 / Oct. 21 / Nov. 18, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. This mandatory briefing is for newly arrived personnel/ Family members on available services and programs on base and in the community. Smooth Move/ Plan my Move Sept. 13 / Oct. 11 / Nov. 8, 1-5 p.m.

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The program is comprised of three components: EFMPMedical (EFMP-M), EFMP-Assignments (EFMP-A) and EFMP-Family Support (EFMP-FS) that work toward providing comprehensive and coordinated support to families. EFMP-Family Support is provided by A&FRC to all DOD ID cardholders assigned to the installation or located in the community. EFMP 101 Orientation Nov. 10, 9 - 11 a.m. EFMP 101 Orientation is a mandated briefing consisiting of three components to provide an overview of their roles and responsibilities, policies and procedures, and how we work together for special needs families

Spouse Scoop Morning class Aug. 30, 9-11 a.m. Afternoon class Sept. 30, 1-3 p.m. Starting April 2021, the A&FRC offers monthly training for all spouses to help build resiliency, offer mentorship, increase awareness of various programs that the military offers, build a closer relationship with other Schriever spouses, offer financial readiness, employment training, etiquette training/protocol, and so much more. Children are welcome to attend, and we are planning to have activities for them as well. There will be some type of fun activity after each class. Bundles for Baby Oct. 15, 8 a.m.-noon

Expecting or recently had a baby – join A&FRC to gain valuable information concerning costs of having/ raising a child, health car seat safety, New Parent Support Program and other helping agencies. Eligible participants receive a $50 Afees gift card.

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arenting youngsters can be a pretty tough challenge for most people. Traveling even short distances can become overwhelming as parents must prepare themselves and their children for the trip, load the family into the car with all the necessary supplies, bags and carriers, then unload at their destination before even getting started on an activity. Those who wish to keep their fitness level up have an even more daunting task: How does one get a good workout in while also tending to the needs of their little ones? That’s the challenge more than a few military spouses faced as recently as a couple of years ago. Thankfully since then, some innovative entrepreneurs have stepped in to offer a variety of fitness alternatives for moms looking to stay fit. Marlie Bryant Yon, a certified fitness trainer and military spouse, opened Fitness Freedom Co. in Fountain back in June of 2018. “There is an incredible need for this type of fitness program,” she said. “A lot of military spouses are alone most of the time as their husbands are either deployed or training for long hours. So, spouses need that support, especially when their husbands are gone.” Bryant Yon’s group meets at local parks in the Fountain area and focuses on strength

Photo by Scott Prater Stroller fitness club moms work through an exercise at a local park this summer. and functional fitness (fitness for everyday life). At that same time, however, she explains that instructors can adapt and adjust the workouts to fit clients’ abilities and needs. “The workouts are challenging for sure,”

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she said. “But, people from any background or fitness level can do them.” While mom fitness organizations tend to keep required equipment to a minimum, a few emphasize a child-carrying stroller in their workout regimens, going so far as to

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even including the word “stroller” in their names. Dani Sylvain opened Stroller Strong Moms Colorado Springs in the fall of 2019. She originally joined the club while living in Tennessee, but after moving here in 2018, she found an opportunity to introduce the club and its fitness focus to the Pikes Peak region. “We run with strollers quite a bit,” she said. “There are a lot of things you can do with a stroller, but it’s only a part of what we do. Really, our workouts are what we like to call bootcamp-style. Participants are moving the entire time. There’s nothing easy about them.” Typically, stroller-mom and functionalfitness type clubs strive to provide a challenging experience. They’re almost always guided by certified fitness trainers who incorporate a wide variety of movements and intensity. Some, like Stroller Strong Moms even offers prenatal and post-partum focused fitness regimens as part of their repertoire. Tess Partridge, a former collegiate athlete, loved working out, being competitive and staying in shape. And, she made a point to continue making those habits a part of her daily regimen even after graduating from college. “After becoming a mom, however, I found it was really difficult and expensive to leave my newborn in a gym nursery or finding a group fitness class that was both child

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friendly and challenging enough to leave me feeling like I got a good, professionally led, workout in,” she said. “I knew I could not be alone in those feelings, so decided I would create the program myself and make it affordable for military families just like us.” Partridge’s program is called Mom’s Fitness Bootcamp, under the iStroll banner. It incorporates instructor-led activities that combine cardio, core and strength training exercises designed specifically for moms with young children. Many of the moms in the group bring their children in strollers and their toddler-age kids on foot. Partridge directs the ever-changing exercises much like a pilates instructor at a local gym. She dictates movements, specified repetitions and encourages participants as they work through carefully planned drills. Throughout the training session, she occasionally stops for planned breaks. Then the moms tend to their strollerbound children, take a few deep breaths and gear up for their next challenge It’s an interesting dynamic, something that could never happen inside a gym or a daycare center. And, its exactly the way the moms want it. “There’s not a lot of groups or places out there where you can work out and bring your kids,” said Meagan Bennett, a military spouse. “And as for the work out, it’s been kicking my butt.” Partridge likes to inject variety into the workouts as moms typically gather five days a week at various locations and venues in Colorado Springs. Patty Liebowitz, a military spouse, said she’s been working out with the group for

Photo by Scott Prater Moms incorporate small weights into their bootcamp style workout at a local park this May. all connected to the military in some way. more than a year. “The workouts are original to me, but in“I started when I was four months pregnant and worked out until structors definitely make two days before delivery. them their own, which Then I was back with the I highly encourage,” group four weeks later,” Partridge said. “The workshe said. “It’s helped with outs are always changing and evolving, but will almy stamina and endurance. I’m a lot stronger ways follow a set format and my labor was a lot and “vibe” to ensure all iSshorter than with my first trolls workouts are similar child.” in intensity and programPartridge created iStroll — Marlie Bryant Yon ming across the U.S.” in 2015 with two moms. The workout brings the Since then, the program has grown to over moms in, but participants say there’s ulti25 locations around the nation and now mately more to these program than intense includes thousands of participants, almost physical exercise.

“There is an incredible need for this type of fitness program.”

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“This has changed my life,” said Bennett. “I love the community it creates. It’s moms supporting moms. We’ve made good friends and taken our friendships outside of this format to where we do many other things together.” These types of moms fitness clubs seem to be catching on as Sylvain said Stroller Strong Moms now has more than 35 outlets at locations around the country and the world (locations have opened in Italy and Germany). In Colorado Springs, Sylvain operates two, while a third recently opened in the Monument/Tri-Lake area north of the city. Bryant Yon started Fitness Freedom Co. with three moms, but the club grew quickly and now boasts over 20 participants with multiple classes and times. Plus, she offers an online programming for those who prefer to workout at home. “The COVID-19 pandemic was actually good for our business,” Bryant Yon said. “Gyms weren’t an option for a long time and I think people started making health a priority during the pandemic.” Joining a fitness club like these is pretty straight forward. Typically, the clubs offer a trial workout, where potential participants can get a feel for the workout and the people. Then, owners offer some type of fee arrangement or invoice billing. To learn more about local moms fitness organizations, visit https://www.facebook. com/marliefitnessfreedom/ for Fitness Freedom Co., https://www.strollerstrongmoms.com/ for Stroller Strong Moms and https://istroll.co for iStroll.

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From the Western Frontier to the Final Frontier Highlighting the museums of the Pikes Peak region

Glimpse into the future of Rocky Mountain Forest Fires — a photography exhibition by Colorado College’s State of the Rockies project. The Story of Us: The Pikes Peak Region from A – Z is an exhibition featuring something significant about the region matching each letter of the alphabet, from The Antlers hotel to the Zoological Park that burnt down in 1916. And the sesquicentennial COS@150 exhibit showcases 150 objects telling 150 stories across 150 years, and innovatively includes the use of QR codes for an augmented experience. “We use objects to attract people, to intrigue them and invite them to be curious … and create opportunity for a conversation,” said Leah Davis Witherow, museum's curator of history. Bonus: Throughout the summer, food trucks park around the museum on Tuesdays during lunch for Food Truck Tuesdays — and on Wednesday afternoons, the Colorado Farm and Art Market sets up in Alamo Square Park.

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olorado Springs has spent summer 2021 celebrating its 150th birthday — the difficult-to-pronounce sesquicentennial. In 1871, a spike was driven to break ground on a community that now, a century and a half later, is home to major military installations including the United States Air Force Academy, as well as the U.S. Olympic Committee, the acclaimed Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, and so much more. In the last couple decades, the Springs’ population has increased by nearly 40 percent. Along with this rapid growth have come new attractions and an exploding creative culinary scene, with a variety of craft and artisan dining establishments. Without a doubt, the biggest draw to the sprawl beneath America’s Mountain is its wild-but-mild weather and the great outdoors. In addition to all the above, the Springs has a long list of educational venues to explore, including its various museums. From racing to rodeos and insects to athletes, here is a guide to the exhibits that make up El Paso County. Pikes Peak Hill Climb Experience & Hall of Fame Shake and bake into the clouds Author Katherine Lee Bates stood atop Pikes Peak in 1893. Looking out over the “enameled plain,” poetic lyrics filled her mind. That evening, she wrote the words down at The Antlers hotel. Her poem eventually became “America The Beautiful.” In 1916, mining millionaire and philanthropist Spencer Penrose financed a highway up the peak and initiated an auto race to the top: the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb.

Penrose promoted the new auto-race, also known as “The Race to the Clouds,” that’s been held annually since, except during the two World Wars. Rea Lentz won the very first race in 1916, before the competition went on hiatus for the next three years due to WWI. The Pikes Peak Hill Climb Experience & Hall of Fame is part of the Penrose Heritage Museum — located in The Broadmoor neighborhood — which houses a substantial number of collectables from the philanthropist. The Hill Climb Experience honors and showcases the moto-achievements of ascending and summiting America’s Mountain with great horsepower and speed. The hall of fame is located on the upper level of the museum.

Penrose Heritage Museum Tuesday – Saturday 9 a.m. – noon, 1 p.m.–4 p.m. Sunday, 1–4 p.m. *Free admission 11 Lake Circle 719-577-7065 elpomar.org

Tuesday–Saturday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. *Free admission 215 S Tejon St. 719-385-5990 cspm.org

Peterson Air & Space Museum Foundation Aim High … Fly-Fight-Win Located on the grounds of the recently rechristened Peterson Space Force Base (formerly Air Force Base), the Edward J. Peterson Air & Space Museum informs and educates the public by showcasing jets and missiles while honoring the aviation history and heritage of the U.S. military base. The museum is located in the center of an 8.3-acre state historic district on Peterson SFB — and the buildings that make up the museum were once part of Colorado Springs’ original Municipal Airport. The main entrance is through the airport's original terminal, built in 1941. The outdoor Air Park is where the majority of the museum’s aircraft are on display. The Edward J. Peterson Air & Space Museum is one of only 12 U.S. Air Force Field museums, and all the exhibits are part of the Air Force’s Heritage collection.

Peterson Air & Space Museum Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum E is for Elvira and L is for Lon Chaney Located at the center of Alamo Square Park, directly south of the Plaza of the Rockies, stands The Pioneers Museum. The building and its domed clock tower is listed in the National Register of Historic Places, having been the El Paso County Courthouse for 70 years, from 1903 to ’73. Since 1979, it has been a museum that documents the history and culture of the Pikes Peak region. The distinctive venue holds 12 unique exhibits and more, including, Orange Skies: A

Tuesday–Friday, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. *Free admission, but check the Visitor Information webpage for security details 150 E. Ent Avenue Peterson SFB 719-556-4915 petemuseum.org

ProRodeo Hall of Fame & Museum of the American Cowboy Lassoing the best riders and ropers in history Opening in August 1979, the ProRodeo Hall of Fame and Museum of the American

Cowboy is designed to preserve the tradition and legacy of cowboy contests, the culture and heritage of those competitions, and the champions of both the past and present. It is the only museum in the world devoted exclusively to the sport of professional rodeo, and exists to entertain and educate the public about the history of rodeo and its impact on Western Americana. The hall of fame inducts Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association and Women’s Professional Rodeo Association members, and stands to provide recognition to those riders and ropers — and serve as an inspiration for those who will carry on the traditions of the American cowboy.

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Summer Hours: Monday–Sunday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. (last admission at 4:30 p.m.) Winter Hours: Wednesday– Sunday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. (last admission at 4:30 p.m.) Member: Free Adults: $8 Seniors (55+): $7 Military: $6 Youths (6-12): $5 Kids (5 & under): Free 101 Pro Rodeo Drive 719-528-4764 prorodeohalloffame.com

The Rocky Mountain Motorcycle Museum A hundred years of vintage vroom Since 1992, The Rocky Mountain Motorcycle Museum and Hall of Fame as been dedicated to the preservation of antique and classic motorcycles. More than 80 original and fully restored examples of enduring motorcycles — representing more than 15 manufacturers from America, Europe and Asia — are on display, dating from 1906 to ’76. Each machine is showcased with descriptive signage to ensure an educational experience for the museum’s visitors. The moto museum's large collection of veritable vintage memorabilia, clothing, pins, banners, advertising, trophies, toys and more, give guests the opportunity to enjoy the history of two-wheeled ingenuity and the legacy of the pioneers who made it happen. An exceptional photograph collection, many with a detailed caption which explains the subject, illustrates a visual heritage and traditions of motorcycling — and mainly around the Pikes Peak region. “The response to the new location has been fabulous! We couldn’t be happier!” said Pamela Wear, secretary-treasurer.

The Rocky Mountain Motorcycle Museum Wednesday – Saturday, 11 a.m.– 7 p.m. *Free admission New location: 19 N. Tejon St. *Above the Tejon Eatery 719-487-8005 themotorcyclemuseum.com

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Museum Guide U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum and Hall of Fame Monday–Sunday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Adults: $24.95 Children (3-12): $14.95 Children 2 and under: Free Military or First Responders (with ID): $19.95 Seniors: $19.95 200 S. Sierra Madre St. 719-497-1234 usopm.org

National Museum of World War II Aviation

Courtesy Space Fondation Discovery Cetner Discover other worlds at the Space Foundation Discovery Center. Space Foundation Discovery Center To the exosphere… and beyond! Founded in 1983, the Space Foundation is a nonprofit advocate organization offering a stargate into space exploration and spaceinspired industries — and headquartered here in Colorado Springs. Their Discover Center is an institution dedicated to interactive and immersive education-focused exhibits, advancing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics for those curious about our exploration of the final frontier.

Space Foundation Discovery Center Tuesday–Saturday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Adults (16+): $10 Child (4-15): $5 3 and under: Free College students and seniors: $7.50 Military adult: $5 4425 Arrowswest Dr. 719-576-8000 discoverspace.org

Wednesday–Sunday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission prices (discounts for pre-pay) Adults: $17 Child: $12 Senior: $15 Military: $15 WWII Vet: Free 775 Aviation Way Colorado Springs CO 80916 719-637-7559 worldwariiaviation.org

Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center

Monday–Saturday, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Adults: $11.50 Children (5-12): $7.50 | Under 4: Free Seniors: $10.50 Military: $1 off all admissions 201 S. Fairview St., Woodland Park 719-686-1820 rdrc.com

Ghost Town Museum Monday–Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Adults: $7.50 Children (6-16): $5.50 Under 6: Free 400 S. 21st St. 719-634-0696 ghosttownmuseum.com

Western Museum of Mining and Industry Monday–Saturday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Adults (13-60): $11 Senior Citizens (60+): $9 Military: $10 Children (6-12): $6 Age 5 years and under: Free 225 North Gate Blvd. 719-488-0880 wmmi.org

Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center Thursday–Saturday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Adults: $10 Military and Senior (55+): $5 Students & teachers: Free 30 W. Dale St. 719-634-5581 fac.coloradocollege.edu

May Natural History Museum The World’s Largest Private Insect Collection 9 a.m.–6 p.m., daily Adults: (13-60): $8 Senior: (60+): $7 Children (6-12): $6 5 and under: Free 710 Rock Creak Canyon Rd. 719-576-0450 coloradospringsbugmuseum.com

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Photo by Tim Bergsten There may be no greater thrill in fishing than to see a trout rise to your fly.

A timeless struggle on Mother Nature’s turf By Tim Bergsten

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y path to fly fishing began with a very boyish act. Our family owned a dairy out on Colorado’s high plains. We all worked hard, but for the 8-year-old me, time ran slow on long summer days. And on this particularly long June day, I swiped a tub of cheese from my mom’s refrigerator and fed it in tiny pieces to the trout in our irrigation pond. Great entertainment, watching the fish dart from the depths to consume my offerings. A fishing kid’s dream, this pond was filled with cold spring water and it grew heavy rainbow trout with blue-green backs and crimson sides. Forced to confess my sins to my mother, I sensed that she appreciated my desperate measures. Those were slow days for her, too. But she needed to make a stand. The cheese was gone and so were my fishing privileges. My fishing pole and tackle box, confiscated for one week. Time to get creative, because not fishing meant not living. At least that’s how it felt. Prior to our arrival on the dairy, a fisherman had left a trout fly stuck to a board in our garage. It was old but wore its age well, with a bright green chenille body and wings made of deer hair. The hook seemed a bit rusty but strong. And, like a gift from the fish gods, two feet of clear

monofilament line were attached to the fly. The country life had provided me with a sense of resourcefulness, and I used this gift to create my first “fly line” by tying together two lengths of bailing twine, followed by the monofilament leader and the fly. I was back in business, so long as mom didn’t catch me sneaking off after the chores were done. She didn’t, and I soon managed to sling the fly across the pond. The cast was no thing of beauty, but it was good enough. The fly plunked onto the water surface and lazily began to sink. The chenille glowed and flashed in the summer sun, and I slowly retrieved my line. There may be no greater thrill in fishing than to see a trout rise to your fly. And on that June morning in 1968, a gorgeous fish charged from its hiding place and smashed the old bug from the garage. The fight raged in the clear water. I could feel the fish lunge with powerful tail swings. Its silvery iridescent scales flashed in the sun. The fish jumped to shake the hook. It was game on. And then it wasn’t. The chunky rainbow had broken free, and I could see it dart back to deep water.

Disappointment grabbed me for a minute. But those feelings were soon replaced by something better. I had made a discovery. Sure, I could have used bait … Velveeta, if I wanted more trouble from mom. I could have caught plenty of fish. But the fly was of the trout’s world, representing a natural meal, a smaller fish, or perhaps a drowning beetle. The game had changed. I’d met the fish on the fish’s terms. And it felt grounded and natural. There is plenty to talk about and explore in the world of fishing equipment… rods, reels, waders, etc. And today’s technology has made fly fishing easier, more expensive, and certainly fun and interesting. But the cool thing about fly fishing is this: Catching fish via this ages-old method requires fishermen to get cozy with Mother Nature. It’s a gateway to a new appreciation for the outdoors and for the various furred and finned critters that live in our fields and streams. It will challenge you to sit streamside and observe mayflies flapping along the willows, or to watch a fish sip tiny midges from the water surface. What do you see? What do you sense? Apply the answers to your fishing. Step into the water and become a part of the

“I was back in business, so long as mom didn’t catch me sneaking off after the chores were done.”

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stream. That’s what is cool about fly fishing. And Colorado is the place to do it. The state’s snowpack creates thousands of miles of streams and rivers, and trout reside in most of them. Close to Colorado Springs, the Arkansas and South Platte rivers offer excellent fly fishing. And our mountain lakes, the North Slope Recreation Area on Pikes Peak, plus Elevenmile, Spinney and Antero reservoirs, provide opportunities for big fish. Like other outdoor pursuits, fly fishing can be expensive, but it’s possible to purchase all of the essentials, and start catching fish with an investment of $200 to $300. The idea is to understand what the fish are eating and present to them a reasonable imitation that behaves like the real thing. Pricey equipment isn’t necessarily needed. Trout reproduce naturally in many streams and rivers, and some are stocked to maintain a steady fish population. Releasing trout to fight again, or to make baby trout, is a good idea. Some water carries special “catch and release” restrictions. Other streams and lakes may have limits of one fish or four. Buy a fishing license before you go. A yearly license costs about $36. Short-term licenses are available for less. Know the rules and protect the resource. In May, before the high-country snow began to melt, I explored new parts of the Arkansas River. In one spot a massive rock jutted into the current and created a quiet pool on the down-river side. I sat on the bank and watched the small, moth-like caddis flies (a favorite natural fish food) flop on the water’s surface. The trout were there, hungry, prowling. I had learned that trout love to eat caddis as they rise through the water from the riverbed to the surface. The caddis are vulnerable. They are candy for hungry trout. I tied on an imitation “caddis emerger” pattern (this is geeklevel stuff) and cast it into a swirling current that settled into slower, deeper water.

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Photo by Tim Bergsten Colorado Parks and Wildlife can get amateur and expert fisherman the information they need to make the most of their time on the water. Check out the website below. And from the depths I could see the chunky brown trout chase my fly. I felt the jolt in my hands and my fly rod bent

Colorado Parks and Wildlife offers tons of resources at tinyurl.com/Indy-GoFish.

toward the water as the fish sprinted for the current, and we duked it out in Mother Nature’s arena.

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’m days away from celebrating my 30th wedding anniversary. I’m not just married; I’m blissfully married. Tit-for-tat ego struggles with my spouse last approximately 2 minutes, then we’re back to holding hands. We have made humble sacrifices for one another and spend most evenings dreaming together about our next adventure. We feel lucky because, over the Dr. Rosenna years, we have consoled many friends BAKARI through their divorce. According to Pew Research statistics, the value of marriage is declining as more Americans over the age of 55 divorce. Americans are also waiting longer to get married. Among couples who get married today, only 60 percent of those unions involve two first-time partners. In 20 percent of the marriages, both people have been previously married. Unfortunately, practice does not make perfect. As a psychologist, I have witnessed the torch that lights the match to divorce many times. The actions that people expect their partner to do in the name of love feel more burdensome than creating economic security, completing domestic chores, and successfully parenting. Ambiguous emotional needs often take precedence over the practicalities of marriage. It seems unconscious voids drive conscious behavior. Adults who were raised in emotionally or physically unsafe environments may impose roles upon partners that manifest as unhealthy expectations. Adverse adult life experiences can also lead to a sense of insecurity. The insecurity

can manifest in relationships as expecting to be rescued. Conflict arises when expectations become the focus of the relationship rather than growth. In healthy relationships, each person is responsible for their own joy. When two people bring joy into the relationship, the pleasure is magnified for both of them. But, when one or both people attempt to fill a void, there will eventually be too little joy going into the relationship. Relationships should feel validating and partners should reflect the beauty they see in one another. The reflections come in kind words, acts of kindness, and consistency of healthy patterns. However, when validation turns into a “need” little compromise is possible. A bad mood is interpreted as a decreased investment in the relationship; delayed communication makes the partner suspicious of an affair. A partner wanting to spend time with friends feels like rejection. These responses are not related to love but a reaction to previously unmet “need.” Loving relationships are based on growth and support, not static roles or constant demands. Long-lasting relationships are fluid and change. The path to long-lasting love is self-awareness and a willingness to work on self. Both partners have to be able to operate as their authentic selves. My husband and I have different interests and different emotional needs. So, we support each other in getting our needs met outside of the relationship. My husband sometimes teases me about my 2-hour phone visits with girlfriends. I am patient when he chooses football over spending time with me. But, I don’t wait for him. I satisfy myself with other interests. Along our journey, we’ve had to heal wounds. But our

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