U.S. Army Recruiting - Lakeland

10/04/2026

This one is for the military kids. 💛🇺🇸

When someone raises their right hand and chooses to serve, their family becomes part of that journey too.

My daughters didn’t enlist — I did. But they’ve experienced the early mornings, long days, training, time apart, moves, new schools, changing routines, and all the moments when the Army needed Mom somewhere else.

They’ve also been there for the promotions, accomplishments, homecomings, new adventures, and every reminder of why I keep going.

Being a Soldier and being a mom aren’t two separate parts of my life. My girls have grown up right alongside my Army career, and so much of what I’ve accomplished has happened with them beside me.

Military kids are resilient, adaptable, supportive, and sometimes asked to handle changes they never chose for themselves. They deserve recognition for that too. 🫶🏽

So today, this post isn’t about recruiting.

It’s just for the kids who serve in their own way because someone they love wears the uniform.

Especially my two. 💛

10/04/2026

“But I have kids… can I still join the Army?”

Yes — being a parent does not automatically mean the Army isn’t an option. And I can speak to this one personally.

I enlisted as a single mom.
Years later, I’m still a single mom — and I’ve built an Army career while raising my daughters. 💛

Was there planning involved? Absolutely. Childcare, a Family Care Plan when required, training, work schedules, and having people I could depend on all mattered. But becoming a Soldier didn’t mean I had to stop being Mom.

Depending on your individual situation, Active Duty or the Army Reserve may be an option. There are specific eligibility and custody/dependency requirements, so instead of assuming you can’t join because you have children, come talk to me and let’s actually look at your situation.

As a parent myself, I understand that your questions are probably different:

👧 What happens with my kids while I’m at training?
🏠 What would our living situation look like?
💰 How would joining affect my family financially?
🎓 What benefits could help us long-term?
🪖 Would Active Duty or Reserve make more sense for my situation?

Those are exactly the conversations we can have.

You can be a parent AND a Soldier. I’ve been doing both since the beginning. 🫶🏽🇺🇸

📍 Kearny Mesa Army Recruiting Station
📲 SSG Dueñas | Army Talent Acquisition Specialist
📱 619-514-0610

Eligibility varies based on individual dependency, custody, and family circumstances. We’ll go over the requirements specific to you.

10/03/2026

Before I became an Army Talent Acquisition Specialist, my first MOS was 31E — Corrections/Detention Specialist. 👮🏽‍♀️🇺🇸

And one thing I really like about the Army is that the experience you gain doesn’t have to stay in the Army.

As a 31E, Soldiers work in correctional and detention environments and build experience in areas like:

🔒 Security & facility operations
👥 Prisoner/internee supervision
📋 Accountability & documentation
⚖️ Understanding policies, procedures & regulations
🗣️ Communication and conflict management
🚨 Emergency response
🤝 Working as part of a law enforcement team

Those are skills that can translate well into civilian careers in corrections, detention, law enforcement, public safety, and other criminal justice fields.

For me, 31E was where my Army career started. Now I get to help other people find an MOS that can give their career a starting point, too. 🫶🏽

If civilian law enforcement is one of your long-term goals, we can look at Army careers that give you relevant training and experience while you serve.

📍 Kearny Mesa Army Recruiting Station
📲 SSG Dueñas | Army Talent Acquisition Specialist
📱 619-514-0610

Civilian agency hiring requirements vary, and Army service or a specific MOS does not guarantee civilian employment.

10/03/2026

Thinking about doing something BIG after high school? 👀🇺🇸

Active Duty Army means more than just having a job — it’s a full-time career with opportunities to learn a skill, travel, build experience, and earn benefits along the way.

🎓 Education benefits
💼 150+ career options
🏠 Housing & food allowances for eligible Soldiers
🩺 Healthcare
✈️ Opportunities to live and work in different locations
💰 Pay + benefits from day one
📈 Career advancement

And you don’t have to already know exactly what you want to do.

That’s literally what I’m here for. 😂

We can sit down, look at your goals, go over the jobs you qualify for, and figure out whether Active Duty actually makes sense for YOU.

No pressure. Just know your options.

📍 Kearny Mesa Army Recruiting Station
📲 SSG Dueñas | Army Talent Acquisition Specialist
📱 619-514-0610

10/02/2026

HELLO, OCTOBER! 🎃🍂👻

New month. New goals. New opportunities. And officially my favorite excuse to add a little spooky season energy to the recruiting page. 😂🖤

Whether you’re trying to figure out what comes after high school, looking for a career change, thinking about college, or just curious about what the Army actually has to offer — October is a pretty good month to start asking questions. 👀

Active Duty? We can talk about it.
Army Reserve? Absolutely.
College benefits? Yep. 🎓
Career training? Let’s find what fits YOU.

No pressure. No obligation. Just information and options.

Happy October! 🎃🇺🇸

📍 Kearny Mesa Army Recruiting Station
📲 SSG Dueñas | Army Talent Acquisition Specialist

10/02/2026

I’m almost DONE with my bachelor’s degree! 🎓😭

And one of the best parts?

💰 The Army has paid for my degree COMPLETELY.

No student loans.
No huge tuition bill waiting for me when I graduate.
I’ve been able to continue my education while serving, working full-time, and building my career at the same time.

I always talk about Army education benefits with my applicants, but this is one of those benefits I’ve personally used—and I’m officially getting close to the finish line. 🥹🎓

Whether you’re interested in serving full-time with Active Duty or part-time with the Army Reserve, there are education benefits that can help you work toward your degree without taking on the same financial burden many students face.

You don’t have to choose between serving, getting an education, and building your future. There are ways to do all three.

📍 Kearny Mesa Army Recruiting Station
📱 619-514-0610
📩 Message me if you want to know what education benefits may be available to you.

09/11/2026

09/09/2026

04/17/2026

Today’s mass swear-in at the Sun ’n Fun Aerospace Expo 🇺🇸✈️

From the flightline to the front of the formation—our Future Soldiers took the oath and made it official. This is where it starts.

Proud of every single one of you. Welcome to the team.

04/17/2026

Today was one for the books 🇺🇸✈️

Huge shoutout to our Future Soldiers who took the oath during the mass swear-in at the Sun ’n Fun Aerospace Expo! Standing on that flightline, surrounded by aircraft and an incredible crowd, you officially took the first step toward something bigger than yourselves.

This wasn’t just a ceremony—it was a moment. A commitment. A decision to be part of something that demands more and gives more in return.

We’re proud of each and every one of you and honored to be part of your journey. Your future starts now.

Welcome to the team. 🇺🇸