2nd Brigade is Home!

I took these just the other day on Schofield. 2nd Brigade just returned from a 15 month tour in Iraq. I am struck by how busy the base is all of a sudden. With two Brigades gone, we have had the run of the place since October. No traffic, no lines, and no daddies or mommies.

You can almost always tell a returning warrior by the everlasting grin on their face. They are just so happy. And they stand really close to their families. They are usually holding a toddler and the older children are gathered around them-touching them wherever they can reach- while they are talking and laughing with their wives. Its really cute actually.

Madison and I watch them from a distance.

Surprise Videos

I found these and decided to post a few of them. WARNING: prepare to cry! So heartwarming! I am so struck with the children's reactions. So raw and real. They don't care about politics or any fact other than.....daddy's home. I can sense both anger and relief in the tears they cry. And I love seeing how their little arms wrap so tightly around daddy's necks in such earnestness. Anyhow, grab your tissue and enjoy: