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GAYLEEN SWIGGUM

Veteran & Military Family Life Writer

Gayleen Swiggum is an Air Force veteran, military spouse, and lifelong military kid who has experienced military life from nearly every perspective. Gayleen holds a Master of Science degree in Logistics and Supply Chain Management from the U.S. Air Force Institute of Technology, along with a Bachelor of Arts from the University of North Texas. She also holds a Graduate Certificate in Logistics Management from American Military University.

Growing up in an Army household as the child of immigrants and living overseas in three countries, she brings a deep understanding of the unique challenges and experiences of military families.

Through her writing, Gayleen shares insights on military family life, veteran experiences, and the cultural nuances of service, offering readers relatable, informed, and engaging stories drawn from her own journey.

LATEST BY GAYLEEN SWIGGUM

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Efren Bonilla-Perez sets security for an MV-22 Osprey with Marine Medium Tilt Rotor Squadron (VMM) 268, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, during Force Design Integration Exercise at Dillingham Airfield.

MILITARY NEWS

Your Career Just Changed: What Force Design 2030 Means for You

November 7, 2025 • 7 min read

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MILITARY DISCOUNTS

Score Big with Veterans Day Discounts 2025: Your Complete Guide to Free Meals and Savings

November 7, 2025 • 5 min read

A U.S. Air Force Airman walks past a sign at the 6th Logistics Readiness Squadron Traffic Management Office entrance at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, May 26, 2021. Any military member who is retiring, separating or changing duty stations will work with TMO, specifically personal property and passenger travel, to get their personal belongings shipped to their next home. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Heather Fejerang)

MILITARY RETIREMENT

Your Military Separation Just Got Delayed: What You Need to Know

November 5, 2025 • 6 min read

U.S. Soldiers, assigned to the 12th Combat Aviation Brigade, prepare to fly an AH-64E Apache Guardian helicopter during an Aerial Gunnery Qualification exercise in Rheinland-Pfalz, Baumholder, Germany.

JOBS

Army Reduces 6,500 Aviation Roles for Unmanned Aircraft Focus

October 22, 2025 • 7 min read

The United States Capitol building at sunrise, Washington DC, USA.

MILITARY NEWS

US Government Shutdown Risks Military Pay & TRICARE Delays

October 17, 2025 • 4 min read

View of the Naval Air Station Sigonella headquarters building, Sept. 21, 2022.

INFORMATION

US Military Bases in Italy: Overview of Strategic Locations

October 9, 2025 • 7 min read

Close up of the US capitol building dome with US flag backdrop.

SPOUSE BENEFITS

Government Shutdown Resources: Financial Support for Military Families

October 8, 2025 • 7 min read

Blurred Letter (Envelope) from USCIS on flag of USA background.

VETERAN BENEFITS

Veteran Service Recognition Act: Citizenship Protection 2023

October 6, 2025 • 4 min read

The entrance of Camp Pendleton.

OPERATIONS

Pentagon Weighs Leasing Camp Pendleton for Commercial Use

October 6, 2025 • 3 min read

The two oldest children from the Williams family share a special moment with Big Bird May 15 on Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall.

CHILDCARE

Sesame Street Launches 'Healthy, Happy, Ready' for Military Families

September 26, 2025 • 7 min read

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