With the call sign 'Household 6', I enjoy spending time with my G.I. Joe and two Army brats. I am honored to share that call sign with many other capable and sometimes frazzled spouses who are serving from the home front, each in their own way. 

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Your Beliefs
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Politics 
How would you describe your political beliefs?

More on the conservative end, but I like to consider all angles of an issue. 

Are you registered with a certain party?

I am registered Republican, but have voted otherwise in local elections from time to time. 

Religion
How religious would you consider yourself? 

Well, I hate that term 'religious' when referring to people. Either you have an ongoing relationship with 'the boss' or you don't. I've got the hotline number to God and we talk daily; it's free, no roaming, no long distance fees. 

Local Hot-Button Issues
What do you think are the most important issues facing the community?

As in any town the issues affecting the community are constantly ongoing, evolving, and being taken into consideration. As part of the military community I have to say length of deployments, quality of life issues for both soldiers and families, high operational tempo cycles, increasing military suicide rates, families unraveling at the seams and the biggest one right now - PTSD and the care of our wounded warriors.