Military Spouse Appreciation Day

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  • By Senior Airman Kaylee Clark
  • 19th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
LITTLE ROCK AIR FORCE BASE, Ark., --  Being a military spouse is a 24/7 commitment that requires dedication, patience and sacrifice that often goes unsung.

The Airman and Family Readiness Center is setting aside three days next week to honor military spouses and display gratitude for their commitment to the military members.

"The Airman and Family Readiness Center is very excited to sponsor these three events specifically designed to show honor to the selfless efforts of our military spouses," said Kori Ramirez, a 19th Force Support Squadron community readiness consultant.

During the three days of events, military spouses will have the opportunity to interact with members of the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce, be pampered with haircuts and pedicures and shop with local vendors to find beneficial services and products.
The events will be as follows:

· Spouses Tour of Jacksonville is May 7, 2014, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
· Spa Night at Arthur's Beauty School is May 8, 2014, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
· Military Spouse Appreciation Bazaar will be held May 9, 2014, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

"We hope that spouses will feel encouraged and appreciated for the sacrifices they have made in support of those defending our nation," said Ramirez.

President Ronald Reagan recognized the profound importance of spousal commitment to the readiness and well-being of military members and declared May 23, 1984 as the first Military Spouse Appreciation Day with Proclamation 5184, dated April 17, 1984. The U.S. Secretary of Defense, Caspar Weinberger, standardized the date by declaring the Friday preceding Mother's Day as Military Spouse Appreciation Day.