First Command’s Tips for Holiday Spending

No matter how you celebrate the holidays, you undoubtedly think of it as a special time of year. There are so many festive activities that mark the season: Parties, home decorating, baking, watching classic holiday movies, taking time off from work and school to enjoy the company of friends, and big family gatherings with all the traditions that go with them. The holiday season is also a time to reflect on the year gone by, re-energize by connecting with loved ones and make plans for the year ahead. 

Due to the pandemic, many typical holiday activities are not feasible this year. Gift giving, in particular, will be different. More gifts will be mailed and opened remotely rather than in person. And it’s natural to expect that holiday spending and gatherings will be scaled back. But with minor adjustments, you can preserve your gift-giving traditions while also being mindful of financial considerations.

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Diamonds and Milspouses: Beauty Under Pressure

When our soldiers are away at war, relocated to a foreign country, or temporarily stationed away from their family, often the ones they want to hold onto are their loved ones. 

This feeling is all too familiar with the Director of Marketing at Clean Origin, Brandon Cook. Having served in Operation Iraqi Freedom, he knows the feeling of counting down the days, weeks, and months to finally be reunited with those he holds closest. This is exactly why he knew he wanted to consistently honor those who serve when he teamed up with the founders of Clean Origin.

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