Do you feel marriage is easier between a military couple or a military/civilian couple?

Cpl Kevin Henderson — Sun, 16 Dec 2018 18:29:27 -0500

Good afternoon, Rally Point Community.
I was wondering if having a spouse that's also serving is easier on a marriage because they can relate with what you're going through. Or, is having a civilian spouse easier because they help you mentally by not always "talking "shop" after work.

Response by CPT Jack Durish made Dec 16 at 2018 6:37 PM

CPT Jack Durish — Sun, 16 Dec 2018 18:37:07 -0500

I'm not sure. What matters more is whether or not your spouse is wealthy, especially on a Cpl's pay. No one can afford to maintain a household on that. (I know. My VFW post is helping feed more than 3,500 families at Camp Pendleton) And always keep in mind, there is no nobler cause than to marry for money...

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 16 at 2018 9:34 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 16 Dec 2018 21:34:57 -0500

Both are difficult. Bottom line is if you and your SO are not the same rank there will be conflict. If you and your SO are not both serving, there will be conflict. That’s my opinion based off experience. I think the military certainly adds stress to any couple but it just depends on how they deal with it that makes them successful or not.

Response by SGM Bill Frazer made Dec 16 at 2018 10:55 PM

SGM Bill Frazer — Sun, 16 Dec 2018 22:55:04 -0500

Depends on the strength of the wife and the marriage