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Dear Families,
The month of May reminds us to appreciate those who have influenced and shaped us the most. It is home to both Mother's Day (May 9th) and Military Spouse Appreciation Day (May 8th). Both days recognize individuals who have modeled resilience under the toughest of circumstances and oftentimes put the needs of their children and/or Marine ahead of their own.
A life of sacrifice for the cause of the Corps or the success of their children instills a definite pride in the job of spouse and/or mother. A Chinese proverb describes it this way, "There is only one pretty child in the world, and every mother has it." Isn't that true? Of course, every mother thinks they have the best kid(s) in the world, just like Marine spouses believe they have the best partners in the world. The most obvious proclamations of this pride are often on hilarious bumper stickers, like these ones.
If you love a Marine, raise your glass. If not, raise your standard.
Be jealous, my Marine is better than your civilian
Why play with Ken when you can have G.I. Joe?
To all of the men and women who will be filling the role of mom or Marine spouse in May, thank you for all you do. To show our appreciation, MCFTB is hosting GLOW on May 7th 6:00-9:30pm, a night out for military spouses. Join us at the Sonoran Pueblo for a free wine tasting, dessert bar, raffle prizes, and comedy show by military spouse comedienne Mollie Gross. We hope to see you at this fun night!
Your MCFTB Team, Kate, Bekah, Brooke & Bree |
Calendar of Events
All classes are free, include free childcare and refreshments, and are located in Building 598 (next to Commissary) unless otherwise noted. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED! Please call us at 269-6550.
Friday Fit Club: Have fun and get a great workout in this friendly, non-intimidating class. For all fitness levels! Every Friday through May 21, 9:00am-10:00am at gym.
GLOW: Celebrate. Laugh. Indulge: 1st Annual Military Spouse Appreciation event. Includes free wine tasting, giveaways, appetizers, dessert bar and more. Featuring comedienne Mollie Gross. May 7th, 6:00pm-9:30pm
7 Habits of Highly Effective Military Families: Improve your family's communication and problem solving using lessons from this best selling book. May 11 and 12, 6:00pm-9:00pm
Healthy Habits for Families: Together parents and children will learn to make healthy food choices during this fun Commissary Scavenger Hunt. May 19, 3:30pm-5:00pm
Spouse Welcome Aboard: New to Yuma or want a refresher on resources available to you? Empower yourself with knowledge by joining us. Includes a bus tour of base. May 20, 9:00am-11:30pm
Military Hair Cutting: Bring your Marine and learn to give him the perfect military haircut. May 27, 6:00pm-8:00pm at Community Center
June
Photography and Photo Sharing: In time for summer, learn to take the best pictures with your camera and tips to share them with distant family. June 2, 9:00am-12:00pm.
P.S. Before You Say I Do: Designed for those pondering marriage. This workshop explores the emotional, physical, financial, and legal realities of marriage. June 11th, 8:00am-4:00pm.
Couples Communication: Prepare for deployments, separation, reunions, and everyday military life. Walk away with practical ways to improve your communication and enhance your marriage even when under stress or apart. June 22, 6:00-8:30pm
L.I.N.K.S.
L.I.N.K.S. for Kids: A monthly club, May 12th, 2:30pm-4:30pm and June 4th, 4:00-6:00pm at the Community Center
L.I.N.K.S. for Teens: A monthly club, May 14th, 6:00pm- 7:30pm and June 4th, 4:00-6:00pm at the Community Center
L.I.N.K.S. for Marines: May 26th & June 24, 9:00am-4:00pm
L.I.N.K.S. for Spouses: June 16 & 17, 6:00pm-9:00pm
L.I.N.K.S. for Couples: May 22, 9:00am-5:00pm
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GLOW: A night out in honor of Military Spouses 
Friday, May 7th, is Marine Corps Family Team Building's 1st Annual Military Spouse Appreciation event entitled "GLOW: Celebrate. Laugh. Indulge." This fun night is free with doors opening at the Sonoran Pueblo at 6pm for wine tasting, food, a dessert bar, prizes, a cash bar and more. Be one of the first 50 people to show up and get a free nail polish change. Also, bring a formal dress to donate for Operation Ball Gown (in October), and receive an extra chance to win one of many awesome giveaways. At 7:30 we will begin moving into Infinities for the main attraction- Mollie Gross! Mollie is a Marine Spouse Comedian and author of Military Spouse Magazine's monthly humor column. She has preformed at Marine bases around the country and is finally coming to Yuma! She is going to be hilarious- don't miss it! Please remember this will be an adult event so no children are permitted. |
7 Habits of Highly Effective Military Families
"Most people get married believing a myth - that marriage is a beautiful box full of all the things they have longed for: companionship, sexual fulfillment, intimacy, friendship.
The truth is that marriage, at the start, is an empty box. You must put something in before you can take anything out.
There is no love in marriage; love is in people, and people put it into marriage.
There is no romance in marriage; people have to infuse it into their marriages.
A couple must learn the art and form the habit of giving, loving, serving, praising - keeping the box full. If you take out more than you put in, the box will be empty."
-"A Marriage Myth" by J. Allen Petersen from 7 Habits of Highly Effective Families
The "7 Habits of Highly Effective Families" is a two-day workshop designed empower participants with the knowledge and tools to enrich and strengthen their relationships. Deadline to register: Friday, May 7th.
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 Marine Father's Day Contest Father's Day is June 20th. A perfect way to celebrate is by nominating your Marine for our Father's Day contest! In 150 words or less, tell us what is the most memorable thing your Dad/Husband did for you or the family while he was deployed or away. Please include a picture of your Marine or family as well. The top three finalist will receive a special Father's Day gift. In addition, their stories will be featured in the June issue of Bloom, now reaching more than 1,000 people! Kids encouraged to enter!
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Commissary Scavenger Hunt for Parents and Kids
Get your kids involved in grocery shopping! On Wednesday, May 26th, MCFTB is hosting a Commissary Scavenger Hunt for kids and their parents! This event will combine education on basic nutrition with a kids scavenger hunt through the MCAS Commissary, where kids will compete with an I-SPY food checklist. During the hunt, kids will also be able to purchase a healthy afternoon snack from the Commissary. This free event will help kids and parents partner to experience healthy grocery shopping as a team.
The Scavenger Hunt will begin at 3:30pm at Building 598. Kids must be 5+ and be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required; please contact Bekah at 269-6544 for more information.
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MCFTB classes and events are always free. CHILDCARE is also available FREE of charge. Registration is required by calling 269-6550 or by emailing us here! |
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Hours & Location
8am to 4pm Monday-Friday Bldg. 598
(Next To Commissary)
Visit MCFTB at www.mccsyuma.org |
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NEWS FEED
Advice to a new spouse: "Communicate. Always keep your spouse informed."
Best part of my day: "1700 or 1800 - when I go home to my family."
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PROFILE
Wandy O. Rodriguez
Married 10 years, Marine for 7 years
Time in Yuma: 1 month |
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Spouse Welcome Aboard 
If you are getting Bloom, chances are you have been in Yuma for awhile.
Regardless, information changes, new services are created, and did you really get a good introduction to MCAS Yuma when you got here? If you are like us, sometimes our Marine forgets to pass information on. So...join us and pass the word to friends who just moved to Yuma! A great overview of MCAS resources and an optional bus tour of base. May 20, 9:00-11:30am. |
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EARTHQUAKE!!
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Pool Time!
Pool Season is upon us! The Oasis Pool opens May 18 for lap swimming from 6-7am and 11am-1pm. On May 28, open swim begins from 1-6pm. Semi-private swim lessons will also be available this summer at cost. Contact 269-2914 for more information. |
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