We've all seen the footage of soldiers returning home into the waiting arms of their families, the tears, the hugs, the utter and boundless joy on the faces of everyone. I have shed many tears as I have watched those videos, and shared vicariously the happiness of these families. Yesterday I shed tears of joy, for I had my own momentous reunion with my wonderful son, as he surprised me at work upon his return from Kuwait. My soldier returned home and my heart is overflowing with happiness. There wasn't any way to effectively stop the tears combined with laughter, and I clung to him, not wanting to let him go. Feeling my son hug me and letting it sink in that he is indeed home was a dream come true, one I've had since the day he left right after Christmas.
Welcome home my wonderful son. I missed you to the roots of my being, and am so overjoyed and thankful for your safe return home.
Thank You God, for keeping Your hand on my boy.
