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At Long Last… He’s Home!

Posted on by Jean

I’m so behind on emails and I really try to answer all but I don’t think I’m going to catch up this time so please accept my thanks for all of your kind words and support.

Dan didn’t make it home on Wednesday.  The whole plan I had went down the tubes.  I still didn’t tell the boys and when a couple of more delays came into play we decided that we would ask that someone from the office go pick him up and bring him home.  I sent the boys on the bus and about the same time they were arriving at school, unbeknownst to them, their dad was landing at Ramstein Air Base.  After going through security and everything else he finally got to our door just in time for some lunch.

Then the fun began when we went to the school to surprise two little boys that had no idea how good their day was going to turn out.

The video link is at the end of this post.  We went to Joe’s class first.  I brought the video camera in under the pretense that I just wanted to video him in his class.  The little ham went for it and you can see the big smile he put on for the camera.  Then you’ll hear me say, “Okay…okay….”  That was Dan’s cue to come in the room.  Joe was in such shock that he just said, “Hi, Dad.” like he just saw him yesterday.  He started crying though when Dan was holding him and the stun wore off.

Then we hit Daniel’s class.  My friend works in the office and went in and called Daniel out like he was in trouble.  You’ll see her running out of the room and then Daniel come out and spot Dan right away.  He was a little misty-eyed too.  It was so good to see my men all together again.  It was fun and we definitely made the right choice in not making the boys wait.

Jean

72 thoughts on “At Long Last… He’s Home!”

  4. Kathryn says:

    Thank you so much for sharing such a private event. I was thinking about you on Wednesday and was hoping that no posting meant your family had more important things to do.
    Welcome home and I’m glad all is well.

  9. Joan says:

    Oh Jean, wiping away the tears on this one! How absolutely wonderful that your little family is happily reunited. Your little Daniel is so sweet. Thank god your DH is home safe & sound. The service to his country by Dan and his family is very much appreciated. In my town, a group of veterans assemble every Friday at noon downtown with signs that read “honk if you support your military”. I make it a point to drive by them every week & will dedicate my honking today to Dan and your family.
    Thank you!

  10. Daryl says:

    Don’t try to answer these, but I had to thank you also for sharing such a wonderful moment. Made me, a confirmed rock, misty eyed. SO glad he is home.

  11. Cate says:

    Welcome home, Dan! Your happy video made me laugh and cry all at the same time. Thank you for sharing. (and don’t bother to reply – you have better things to do)
    Cate

  14. bets says:

    Bawling like a baby, here! Way to go, you guys. Nice to see Dad and the fellas together-I’ll bet they are on him like white on rice.
    The next few months are gonna be busy as all get out. Go goof off this weekend!
    Bets

  16. Susan says:

    I can’t get the movie to come up, so I’m glad that you described it — it’s good enough for me. I’m so happy for all of you, and I want you to promise that you are going to take a break from blogging and knitting and whatever else and spend some time with your man and your family!!

  21. Jan says:

    I’m so glad he is home, and so thankful you shared this with us. I’m a bit misty eyed too. Thanks again to Dan, and your whole family, for the service to our country. He and men like him are truly a blessing to all of us.

  26. Suzann says:

    Cried like a baby. Thanks so much for sharing the video Jean. Welcome home Dan.
    Don’t even think about answering these or emails or anything. Just enjoy

  27. Teresa C says:

    Count me in as one of the sobbing knitbloggers. Man your men are adorable! I know I am not the only one that is hoping you had more than a little lunch……. 😉

  29. chrisknits says:

    I’m crying here! So glad to hear it eventually came to pass. Best wishes for all of you in the next year with all the changes taking place. No reply necessary!

  33. Theresa Lindamood says:

    I’m so glad he got home SAFE!! I’ve been praying for you guys. I am sure I am not the only one who bawled when they saw the video. I bet the boys were in shock. Funny, you sound exactly like I thought you would when I see you in the pictures!

  35. La says:

    That’s so awesome! I got a bit choked up and misty eyed watching it! It does my heart good to see our troops coming home!
    Tell Daniel thank you for us.

  44. cathy says:

    Congratulations to your family…enjoy! Thanks for sharing such a personal homecoming. Welcome home and blessings on your family. Thanks for serving. My family thanks your family for all you do.

  45. Janet says:

    Brings tears to my eyes! and memories of Ian’s homecoming after being away (and out of communication) in distant places for 3 or 4 months at a time.

  47. Alison says:

    Dear Dan and Family –
    Never listen to anyone who says there are no heroes in this world. You are a hero both as a soldier and as a family man. I am glad that our country has you in our Army.
    Although we never got a reunion with our beloved Elizabeth, we are SO thrilled beyond belief that you are home safe and sound, and I cried some very happy tears watching your boys see you for the first time.
    Welcome home, and thank you as well to your wonderful wife who kept your home safe and sound while you were away fighting. What a team!
    Thank you,
    Alison Jacobson

  49. Jessica says:

    Oh phooey, I just started crying over here and then Mike came in the room to see what I was listening to and boo hoo-ing about and then he had to see it, so naturally we played it again. Glad you’re home, Dan!

  52. Janice says:

    All chocked up and thrilled to tears for all of you. Thanks for sharing and Thank You Dan, for all of us. What a wonderful family! God Bless and keep you safe,
    Janice

  58. KT says:

    Wow! Welcome Home Dan- I am so happy that he is back from the Stan safely. You and your family have been in my thoughts and prayers and MAN am I happy that your hubby is home safe and sound. Squeeze each other and kiss those boys. And again-both of you- Thank you for your service to us and to our country.

  60. Meg Lark says:

    A friend of mine recommended your blog to me — just want to join in the general chorus of congratulations and joy. I am *so* glad your husband made it home, and as someone here said, don’t ever believe that there are no heroes. We know the importance of what he was doing, and from me personally: A THOUSAND THANKS!!

  61. Gracie says:

    I’m sorry that I’m just getting here now, but I am so so so happy that Dan is home safe and sound. The boys are adorable and I know it is wonderful to be all together again.

  62. KBG says:

    Hi – I just linked here from Thimbleanna and I just wanted to say I loved your video. It reminded me so much of when my husband came home (although he came home in the middle of the night). It’s so heartwarming.

  63. Susanna and Shane says:

    So glad you taped the reunion and shared! We miss you guys. We’re VERY glad you are all back together now. Hugs to all!

  66. LisaB says:

    I’m so happy for all of you. The video was so nice to see and I’m tearing up over here. I’m glad you have all your boys with you and safe!

  68. Theresa Lindamood says:

    I’m not trying to lay a guilt trip on you here, just wanted to check in and say I miss you. I check at the blog from time to time and I hope that your absence is for a happy reason!

  72. Suezq in WI says:

    What a wonderful video and homecoming! God bless your husband, you and your children.

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