Field Problems™
Field Problem: Army Family Team Building
I am a new military spouse and looking for some help on getting the basics of the Army life. Is there any sort of class or something I can take to learn this information?
Kim; Fort Bliss, TX;
Active Army spouse; 2 months
Field Problem: Military Spouse Employment
Dear, Field Problems:
I am a new Army spouse, and I want to fulfill my career aspirations. We will go to our post in a couple of months. Do you suggest that military spouses look for a job before they get to their installations? Are there programs (on- or off-post) that help spouses find employment?
Tiffany; Fort Richardson, AK; Army spouse
Field Problem: Change of Command Reception
Dear, Field Problems:
My service member is set to take company command this November. I was hoping you’d have some tips for the reception. How much should we spend? Where should we have it? What should we serve? Also, do I do the invitations for him? Help!
Robin; Fort Leonard Wood, MO; Army spouse
Field Problem: Financial Benefits of Deployment
Dear, Field Problems:
I keep hearing about all of these financial benefits that we should be taking advantage of while my husband is deployed, but I haven’t got a clue where to find out more information on what they are. Can you help?
Teresa; Aberdeen, MD; National Guard spouse
Field Problem: SFRG Participation
Dear, Field Problems:
In my husband’s unit they have a Soldier and Family Readiness Group, and the leader has contacted me about attending meetings and fundraisers. I am a new military spouse, and I don’t know what SFRG is all about. I thought about attending the last meeting she put together, but my husband says he would rather me not participate with the group because of rumors and other issues that he has heard about. Can you tell me more about what SFRG is all about? Should I participate? Any advice or suggestions would be appreciated.
Sarah A., Ft. Hood, TX; Army spouse
Field Problem: Flag Etiquette
Dear, Field Problems:
Something I wanted to address and have you answer for me is “flag etiquette.” I see so many times that our citizens are flying our flag. As proud as I am to see this, I see them tattered and torn, flown at all times and in all types of weather. Are there any rules on how to properly care for them or restrictions on their use? If there is, I thought this would be great advice to share around Flag Day or Independence Day to your readers.
Judy; parent of a service member
Field Problem: Tips for First-Time PCSer
Dear, Field Problems:
I have been married to my husband for eight months. He has been in OSUT the last three months and will be graduating soon. He will be stationed at Fort Stewart, Georgia, right after graduation. and it will be our first duty station.
I am currently living in Illinois. I’d like to get advice or tips on moving (especially your first move) in the Army. I also have some general questions: What do you wish you had known before your first move? Should I go with him or stay here until he gets settled and then move there? Where do I find information on housing and communities in the area?
Amanda; new military spouse
Field Problem: R&R Advice
Dear, Field Problems:
I am expecting my fiancé back next month for his two weeks of R&R. I was interested in hearing topics on ideas for R&R and the best ways to spend time together without it being too overwhelming or underwhelming for that matter.
Erika; California; Army Reserve fiancée
Field Problem: SFRG FUNraising
Dear, Field Problems:
I’m a new Soldier and Family Readiness Group leader. I’m looking for some fun ways to raise funds for our informal funds. Do you have some out-of-the- ordinary ideas that have worked?
Monica; Fort Sill, OK; Army spouse