We're on a budget. Of course, I think soldiers should make more money. We try to shop at the commissaries (military discounted grocery store) and get help from groups like Operation Homefront (a nonprofit that recently sponsored a baby shower for military wives in Baltimore).
Honestly, shopping at the commissary saves us a ton. I've compared prices. Overall, the commissary is cheaper for many things like boxed and canned goods, meat, milk and eggs. And obviously every little thing helps.
