ABOUT ME


I can accept failure. Everyone fails at something. But I can't accept not trying. -
Michael Jordan




First of all, thank you for taking time to visit me! I love GOD and my family. I am a proud mother and career working girl. I love social media, having fun and traveling! I started this blog back in 2003 being bored I wanted a way to just keep updated with my family. I have been through it and well it is no longer ARMY TANKERS WIFE, it is now Native by Criss.


Crystal is a Public Administration professional specialized in human resources, emergency management; education in administrative law, negotiation and conflict management; strong written and oral communication skill. 

Crystal has worked in the public policy, politics, research and management fields for over 10 years. She has served as a consultant, peer reviewer, campaign manager, project manager, and administrator.

Crystal is a staunch supporter and advocate for soldiers, veterans, military spouses, veteran spouses and military families. Crystal has been a military spouse since 2000 she sees the need to connect with all US military spouses and families, active and reservist throughout the world. She serves as a military and veterans consultant to assist in transforming this way of thinking and to advocate for the military, particularly spouses dealing employment, education and combat stress. 

Crystal was named Hero at Home Winner for 2012, Heroines in Technology Finalist for 2012, Army Spouse of the Year 2011 by Military Spouse Magazine, and she was also a Hero at Home Finalist for 2011. Crystal has her Masters of Public Administration from The University of North Carolina at Pembroke, with a concentration in Emergency Management. Crystal also has a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from The University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Crystal is also an Alumnus at the Institute of Political Leadership in Greensboro NC. Crystal's passion and commitment have been instrumental in the development of highly successful partnerships, programs and initiatives. Crystal is now currently attending the Native Leadership Institute!

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