Author: Militarykind, USA TODAY

One sailor is no match for four pugs who are happy to see him.

Seeing your dad’s face for the first time in five years makes any drive worth it.

Just like on the battlefield, these veterans rely on each other for survival. They kayak with a purpose; to light each others’ way.

Little Connor had to touch his Army dad’s face to make sure he was really there.

The first time this toddler’s mama comes home from deployment got us really choked us up. But then the second time they reunite completely put us over the edge.

He thought the surprise was his Marine brother’s hat… until he turned around.

We expect big things from Santa’s magic, but how quickly he makes this Christmas wish come true…really takes the cake.

Not every soldier is in on the surprise homecoming plans. This time, the surprise was on him.

This Air Force wife brings her job with her no matter where her family is stationed, and it brings them even closer together.

Two veterans from different branches spend each evening together honoring our great country.