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Crystal Arriaga

‘Lone Survivor’: From a Marine Corps spouse perspective

Posted by Crystal Arriaga January 30, 2014 0

Firstly, no spoiler alerts but if anyone has yet to see this movie please do! Ladies, do not think this is just another ‘war-manly-movie’ because it’s not...

Communicate with your Veteran before it’s too late

Posted by Crystal Arriaga October 31, 2013 0

Have you ever thought about what it’s like in combat? For a second let’s imagine what it might have been like for your spouse in the sandbox, constantly in...

Government shutdown vs. Marine Corps families

Posted by Crystal Arriaga October 11, 2013 0

Darwin said, “It is not the strongest of the species that survive, nor the most intelligent, but the one most responsive to change.” Everything’s been up in...

Reality TV: Good or bad for the Corps?

Posted by Crystal Arriaga August 30, 2013 0

Have you ever watched the Real Housewives of Orange County? Yes there is a reality TV show that follows wealthy socialites around. Ok, I’ll admit it; I...

End of the Summer Blues

Posted by Crystal Arriaga August 1, 2013 0

Steel Magnolia ladies, haven’t we all had times where the walls are creeping in, the ceiling is caving in and we can’t stop it? You know those days ladies....