A Wonderful Homecoming

I know that there are a lot of you that have been waiting for me to blog Jeremy's homecoming and I am finally doing it! Sorry it has taken me so long, things have just been a little hectic around here the last week.

Jeremy flew in on Memorial Day and let me tell ya, we were all so excited. My kids were so excited and Bryson just kept saying, "I can't believe dad is really coming home!" I felt the same way. I couldn't believe the day was finally here.

We got to the airport, or the "slab" as they call it in the military. The atmosphere there was full of total excitement. The flight was about a 1/2 hour early, so we didn't have to wait too long.


It was the BEST feeling to see Jeremy step off the plane!


After getting off the plane, the guys walked through the flags and then went to greet their families.


Carson, Lisa, and Tylie waiting patiently after the plane had landed.


Carson and his Uncle Ky watching for Jeremy.


Lisa and Tylie when they spotted him!


Bryson hugging his daddy.


Our family ALL together again!


Daddy's little girl.


It took Tylie a little while to warm up to Jer, but as soon as she did, he couldn't leave her sight. She has always been a daddy's girl.


Bryson wanted to carry Jer's backpack, but I think it was as big as him.

All the family that was there went out to Chili's for dinner after we left the slab. We had a good time visiting and catching up a little bit. When we finished, my parents took the kids home and we stayed up in Salt Lake because Jeremy had to go back the next day for some more briefings and paperwork.


When we got home the next day, my sis Mo had taken all the kids down to our house to hang signs and decorate it all up for us. The kids had a blast decorating it to surprise us. They even drew big pictures on the driveway with sidewalk chalk. They were so proud of themselves.


Mo lined the sidewalk with flags.


Jeremy right back where he belongs... AT HOME!!!

I just want to thank EVERYONE who has helped us in anyway this past year. We have the BEST family and friends possible. Those of you who know me, know that I am a 'little' bit stubborn and don't like to accept any help. I try to do everything by myself. It has been a learning experience for me to accept help when I have needed it. Whether it was helping out with my kids, helping in my yard, shoveling snow, or just calling to chat, it helped out! Thanks to everyone... WE MADE IT!!!