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					<description><![CDATA[Life can be overwhelming. Outside factors threaten, bills pile up, laundry too, and, all at once, even the safe confines of your home can feel like another part of a growing list of stresses. How do you find peace in the middle of chaos when you are too tired, busy, or angry to do all that needs to be done?]]></description>
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					<description><![CDATA[When service members are deployed, their spouses are often left to run the household on their own, including paying the bills and balancing the checkbook. Planning and preparation can make a big difference and help keep you from coming down with four common money woes.]]></description>
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					<description><![CDATA[One of the most common challenges during a deployment is getting a restful night's sleep. Sleep is essential for making it through the long haul of deployment and reunion. We need sleep to keep us happy and healthy—for ourselves, our families, and our military loved one. Try these tips to help your mind and body get much-needed rest]]></description>
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					<description><![CDATA[Patriotism means love and devotion to one's country. Although patriotism can be shown in a variety of ways, it’s important to begin with the basics. Here are some suggestions to help kids learn about patriotism.]]></description>
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		<title>Budgeting for Deployment</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2015 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Finances]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Time Apart]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[budget]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[A basic budget should be a part of everyone's financial planning, regardless of deployment status. A carefully planned budget helps ensure you have enough money for your daily living expenses as well as for your longterm savings goals.]]></description>
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