PCSing OCONUS series: Unaccompanied Baggage
Right after you receive your orders, the household goods (HHG) shipment, non-temp storage and unaccompanied baggage (UAB) can be the first big hurdles to overcome.
The 2026 Reset: What’s on the horizon for military families in the New Year?
Three key developments will shape our military world in the months ahead: the newly signed FY26 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA); the historic America 250 celebration; and the inaugural Military Child World Expo, an exciting new event designed specifically for military families.
Weathering a government shutdown while stationed overseas
A government shutdown is stressful for everyone, but being stationed OCONUS can add an extra layer of uncertainty. Here are some resources and tips that might help.
The Many Hats of a Military Spouse
As military spouses, we share a title but our roles and strengths go far beyond it. Discover how the “hats” we wear and tools we’ve gained shape who we are.
Happy Birthday MSAN!
The core mission of MSAN has always been to educate, empower, and support spouses. Over the years, MSAN has developed many partnerships and programs for military spouses which has resulted in more leaders in the military community.
Retirement: Our New Normal
We have settled into what we like to call “blissfully boring,” a life of delightfully predictable routines.
Benefits of Volunteerism as a Military Spouse
By engaging in volunteer work, military spouses can not only contribute to their communities but also enrich their own lives through personal growth and professional development.
Volunteer of the Quarter: Caroline Torres Marin
We love to celebrate our hard-working volunteers at MSAN. Our Volunteer of the Quarter recognition for the first quarter of 2024 was given to Caroline Torres Marin!
Meet Krystianna Crain, Air Force Mentor
Krystianna shared her professional journeys from dental hygiene to bartending, now working for the DoD in an impressive trajectory toward the top. We are thrilled to have her join the MSANFam!