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Gayleen Swiggum

Gayleen Swiggum

Veteran & Military Family Life Writer

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Gayleen Swiggum is an Air Force veteran, military spouse, and lifelong military kid who has experienced military life from nearly every perspective. Gayleen holds a Master of Science degree in Logistics and Supply Chain Management from the U.S. Air Force Institute of Technology, along with a Bachelor of Arts from the University of North Texas. She also holds a Graduate Certificate in Logistics Management from American Military University. Growing up in an Army household as the child of immigrants and living overseas in three countries, she brings a deep understanding of the unique challenges and experiences of military families. Through her writing, Gayleen shares insights on military family life, veteran experiences, and the cultural nuances of service, offering readers relatable, informed, and engaging stories drawn from her own journey.


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Army Cuts Aviation Jobs: What the New Talent Panels Mean for Your Career
NEW
10/22/2025

Army Cuts Aviation Jobs: What the New Talent Panels Mean for Your Career

The Army announced in September that it plans to eliminate 6,500 active-duty aviation positions over...

What are the Military Bases in Italy?
10/9/2025

What are the Military Bases in Italy?

The United States maintains a strategic military presence around the globe, with installations spann...

What Service Members Need to Know About Proposed Camp Pendleton Sale & Lease Opportunities
10/6/2025

What Service Members Need to Know About Proposed Camp Pendleton Sale & Lease Opportunities

The Department of Defense is exploring plans to lease portions of Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton f...

Military Travel Alert: Patriot Express Route Cancellations Reshape European Transportation Options to Five Locations
9/16/2025

Military Travel Alert: Patriot Express Route Cancellations Reshape European Transportation Options to Five Locations

The Department of Defense announced significant changes coming to military travel options in Europe....

The New Military Healthcare Flexible Spending Account: Use Pre-Tax Dollars for Co-pays, OTCs & Vision Care
8/28/2025

The New Military Healthcare Flexible Spending Account: Use Pre-Tax Dollars for Co-pays, OTCs & Vision Care

The Department of Defense rolled out an exciting new benefit earlier this year that could save milit...

Military OneSource Replaces CG SUPRT: What Coast Guard Eligible Members Need to Know Now
8/27/2025

Military OneSource Replaces CG SUPRT: What Coast Guard Eligible Members Need to Know Now

Picture this: You're dealing with stress from a recent deployment, financial concerns about your upc...

These Are the Largest U.S. Military Bases in the World
8/26/2025

These Are the Largest U.S. Military Bases in the World

America is riddled with military bases that house our nation's servicemen and women. But just which ...

The Health Care Fairness for Military Families Act Could Help Families Save Thousands
8/13/2025

The Health Care Fairness for Military Families Act Could Help Families Save Thousands

The Health Care Fairness for Military Families Act is back on the table, and this time it might actu...

Trump Deploys DC National Guard to Address Crime and Homelessness in Nation's Capital
8/12/2025

Trump Deploys DC National Guard to Address Crime and Homelessness in Nation's Capital

President Trump announced on Monday that he will deploy the DC National Guard to Washington, D.C., a...

Army Cuts Aviation Jobs: What the New Talent Panels Mean for Your Career
NEW

10/22/2025

Army Cuts Aviation Jobs: What the New Talent Panels Mean for Your Career

The Army announced in September that it plans to eliminate 6,500 active-duty aviation positions over the next two years. This decision marks a sh...

What are the Military Bases in Italy?

10/9/2025

What are the Military Bases in Italy?

The United States maintains a strategic military presence around the globe, with installations spanning every continent. From the Pacific Theater...

What Service Members Need to Know About Proposed Camp Pendleton Sale & Lease Opportunities

10/6/2025

What Service Members Need to Know About Proposed Camp Pendleton Sale & Lease Opportunities

The Department of Defense is exploring plans to lease portions of Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton for commercial development. Navy Secretary Joh...

Military Travel Alert: Patriot Express Route Cancellations Reshape European Transportation Options to Five Locations

9/16/2025

Military Travel Alert: Patriot Express Route Cancellations Reshape European Transportation Options to Five Locations

The Department of Defense announced significant changes coming to military travel options in Europe. Starting October 1, 2025, the Patriot Expres...

The New Military Healthcare Flexible Spending Account: Use Pre-Tax Dollars for Co-pays, OTCs & Vision Care

8/28/2025

The New Military Healthcare Flexible Spending Account: Use Pre-Tax Dollars for Co-pays, OTCs & Vision Care

The Department of Defense rolled out an exciting new benefit earlier this year that could save military families hundreds—or even thousands—of do...

Military OneSource Replaces CG SUPRT: What Coast Guard Eligible Members Need to Know Now

8/27/2025

Military OneSource Replaces CG SUPRT: What Coast Guard Eligible Members Need to Know Now

Picture this: You're dealing with stress from a recent deployment, financial concerns about your upcoming PCS move, or relationship challenges th...

These Are the Largest U.S. Military Bases in the World

8/26/2025

These Are the Largest U.S. Military Bases in the World

America is riddled with military bases that house our nation's servicemen and women. But just which ones are the largest? Read on to find out!

The Health Care Fairness for Military Families Act Could Help Families Save Thousands

8/13/2025

The Health Care Fairness for Military Families Act Could Help Families Save Thousands

The Health Care Fairness for Military Families Act is back on the table, and this time it might actually make it through Congress. If you're tire...

Trump Deploys DC National Guard to Address Crime and Homelessness in Nation's Capital

8/12/2025

Trump Deploys DC National Guard to Address Crime and Homelessness in Nation's Capital

President Trump announced on Monday that he will deploy the DC National Guard to Washington, D.C., as part of a sweeping federal intervention to ...