After our families, what is more important in the lives of military spouses than our friends? Sometimes making new friends at a new place is hard. (See Spouse Calls June 3.) Saying good bye is even harder. How do you stay in touch with far away friends? Do you stay in touch? I hope you do.

Why are your military spouse friends important to you? Mine have helped me pack, move, clear quarters, take care of sick children, cry over spilled milk, make Christmas cookies, celebrate the holidays in foreign places ... you name it. Tell me about yours ...