There’s no better welcome home than slobbery kisses and tail wags.
Author: Militarykind, USA TODAY
Soldier plans blindfolded surprise for son
Army Staff Sgt. Rob had been deployed for 10 months. When it was time to come home, Rob surprised his son at his Taekwondo practice.
Mom unknowingly throws first pitch to Marine son
Marine Cpl. Shane Miller was deployed in Asia for two years when his mom went to the York Revolution game to throw out the first pitch in his honor.
Dancing dad brought to floor when Navy daughter shows up
This dad is known for getting his dance on at church. When his sailor daughter surprised him during service, he made a move no one was expecting.
Nothing says “Welcome home” like a hug from your BFF
Emotions were flying as Airman Tasha Kelly came back home from bootcamp and was greeted by her best friend.
Army Dad pulls off dual surprise for daughters at school
Sgt. Jake Safford of the National Guard needed the entire school’s help to pull off a surprise for his two daughters.
Toddler’s reaction to Air Force dad is so bad he gets a redo
Owen’s first homecoming with his Air Force dad is hilariously unforgettable, and the second time around, he totally nailed it.
Toddler brings down the house with Army song
Guess we know which branch he’s going into!
Army dad salutes his daughter on graduation day
This Army vet skipped his own college graduation to be there for his daughter’s graduation. He even gave her her First Salute during the Army commissioning ceremony.
Sailor walks off plane to party with family and strangers
Airline employees wanted to help this sailor’s family make his homecoming extra special, so they got the entire arrival gate to welcome him home.