Kayla has captivating blue eyes...her grandmother and great-grandmother have always said she has these "big blueberry eyes" - and Kayla is now joined by younger brother Lucas; also sporting those big blueberry eyes!
Beautiful!!! Loved Kayla's reaction upon realizing her Daddy was actually in the airport and how she ran into his arms.... brought tears to my eyes.... :)
Oh my goodness. That brought tears to my eyes, and Gabi jumped up next to me when she heard your voice asking Kayla "Who do you see?" Gabi seen Kayla giving her Daddy a big hug and Gabi said, "awwwwww."
Welcome home Joe and Thank you for serving our country!
That was just a perfect day.....I'm glad he is home and you have some help. You made it through. Enjoy life sweetie and put your feet up. Daddy is home.
I am in tears watching this! Am SO thankful that he is home and safe!!! Thanks for sharing the video and for Joe's service for our country! Take good care of each other! ~Beth~
Welcome home my wonderful son!! The love that shines in Kayla's eyes for her Daddy sure is something to see. Thank you Michelle for sharing such a special time and moment with all of us.
Oh Michelle, crying here! I didn't realize that Joe was due home already:-) The look on Kayla's face and the intake of breath she does when she finally sees her daddy is beyond precious. Enjoy having Joe home!! Has she let go of him yet? lol I'm just sooo happy for all of you! xoxo
Oh Michelle! Thank you for sharing. That was so beautiful. Welcome home Joe and thank you for the work you've done for us. We are so thankful to have you home safe and sound. I'm so happy for all of you!!
I'm SO HAPPY FOR YOU GUYS!!! Got me crying before bed and everything... Michelle, I'm thrilled that he's home safely. Her face was just precious when she realized who was across the building...
THANKS FOR THE TEARS!!! I have them running down my face!!!! I am so very happy for you guys. I bet this is gonna be a good night for your entire household!!! Praise the Lord Joe got home safely. A happy day indeed. My heart is singing for you!!!
I don't even know you and I'm bawling! What a wonderful reunion -- thank you Joe for serving this great land and protecting our freedom -- welcome home to your sweet family!
Welcome Home Joe to your Beautiful Family! I am so happy for all of you! Gee, here I am, morning coffee by my side, crying! LOL! Tears of JOY for your family! *Big hugs!
Oh, I just sat here and cried. That is so precious! I can remember my dad being away and when he got back being so excited. That is so sweet, it looks like neither one of them wanted to let go! Praise the Lord for Joe's safe return!!
oh...sniff... could you find some free tissues for next Freebie day? 'cause I'm all out now... that was wonderful and I am so happy for Kayla and her Daddy and for you. Thank you for sharing that tender moment. T
How sweet!! I was smiling the whole time while the tear were coming down my face. I am so thrilled for you both that Joe is back home! love ya all, mimi
Ugh, I can't get the video to work! There must be too many people viewing it right now :) Congrats! Didn't those months FLY by?? LOL I'm sure not. So glad everyone is safe!!! I will keep checking to watch it~
So, I watched again and cried again! I love that you posted this. I think it is so important for everyone to understand the sacrifices our armed forces are making everyday to preserve and protect our freedom! God Bless your family! ~Beth~
Watched it for the hundredth time and it always, ALWAYS, brings tears to my eyes. My husband works out of the country so I can totally relate to this homecoming sorties. Thanks for sharing.
I actually put on make-up today. THAT was a waste. Most of it is running done my face now. You guys are the sweetest family!!! I'm so glad Joe is home, safe and sound and that you all are together again. Tell him thanks for going over there for us!!! :) Kari
Wow, oh WOW! That is just a beautiful video. I loved her reaction when she realized it was her daddy! I know you are just happy he is home . . . now enjoy each and every minute!
Wow, I just happened upon your blog today and it made me cry. My husband is currently deployed to Iraq...I can't wait for our Daddy moment! I'm so happy for you guys! Come check out my blog sometime: http://redmay323.blogspot.com/ Heather
Oh Michelle, I'm crying while smiling from ear to ear! Yay! Thank you Joe so much for all you did over there and for coming home safely to your pretty girls! I love that ya'll will have a few weeks together to let the anticipation build for your next giant life change. I'm so happy you are all together again - all FOUR of you!!!
Yep, that pretty much says it all. So happy that Joe is home safely and that all is well. Thanks for sharing!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful!!! Loved Kayla's reaction upon realizing her Daddy was actually in the airport and how she ran into his arms.... brought tears to my eyes.... :)
ReplyDeletesorry that last comment was from Mom/grandma
ReplyDeleteThis is...bar none...the best Grains of Gratitude you have ever posted!!!
ReplyDeleteI hope your family has a wonderful Sunday with daddy!
Rebecca and Miss E
OH I have tears in my eyes!!!! How sweet, she sure loves her Daddy! I am so glad he is home and safe!!!
ReplyDeleteI cried too...
ReplyDeleteI'm SO HAPPY for you all!
Thank you, Lord, for bring Joe home safely!
I am so happy for you guys!! J. said tell Joe welcome back and thanks for keeping him company on the plane :) Enjoy your time!
ReplyDeleteOh Michelle, I had tears in my eyes! What a beautiful reaction from kayla. I'm so glad he's home, enjoy your time together!
ReplyDeleteHappy tears for you. So glad Joe is home safe and sound with you and Kayla.
ReplyDeleteoh my gosh, that made me cry! Glad he is home safe & sound.
ReplyDeleteGlad he's home safe and sound where he belongs. That was so sweet!
ReplyDeleteOh, that brought me to tears. I'm so glad that he is home safe! Enjoy having him home!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness. That brought tears to my eyes, and Gabi jumped up next to me when she heard your voice asking Kayla "Who do you see?" Gabi seen Kayla giving her Daddy a big hug and Gabi said, "awwwwww."
ReplyDeleteWelcome home Joe and Thank you for serving our country!
Way to make me cry this morning!
ReplyDeleteI am so happy Joe is home safe and sound!
He's home. Hooray! And I'm sitting here with big tears rolling down my face because this was just so moving, Michelle.
ReplyDeleteMade me cry, too.
ReplyDeleteWelcome home!
YAY!!! So glad that he's home!!!!
ReplyDeleteYou really should have had a "tissue alert"! That is so precious! I can image you are beyond overjoyed!
ReplyDeleteHe's home?!! Oh he's home!!!! Hooray!!! Safe and sound and home!!!
ReplyDeleteNow I must find a tissue!!
Welcome Home Joe!!!! Thank you!!
ReplyDeleteThat was beautiful Michelle, brought tears to my eyes too!
I'm so happy for all of you! :)
Thank you for sharing such a special moment for your family! I am so glad that he is home safe & sound. Tell him THANK YOU for serving our country!
ReplyDeleteP.S. I cried too... :-)
What a precious, sweet moment, Michelle!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for sharing it with all of us.
It made me all misty eyed, too!
I'm so glad for all of you that Joe is home safely.
God's blessings on your whole family . . . that little one, too!
Tears of joy filled my eyes,what a special moment you have recorded. Welcome home Joe,enjoy your family time.
ReplyDeleteOh I just cried and cried and still am! How awesome and wonderful. You are reunited with great joy - can imagine you all chatting into the wee hours!
ReplyDeleteI'm in tears!
ReplyDeleteSo happy for you guys!!!!
Aww for some reason my silly computer couldn't load it! I'll have to come back later and try again! How wonderful that you've got Joe home though!! :)
ReplyDeleteTrace
That was just a perfect day.....I'm glad he is home and you have some help. You made it through. Enjoy life sweetie and put your feet up. Daddy is home.
ReplyDeleteI actually cried when Kayla realized who was coming.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on Joe finally being home.
The look on Kayla's face when she realized her Daddy was home brought tears to my eyes! I'm so glad that he made it home safe to you!
ReplyDeleteOh, I just love homecomings!!!! Welcome home to Joe!
ReplyDeleteHe's home! I'm bawling my eyes out - I'm SO HAPPY for you.
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ReplyDeleteThat was such a lovely clip, I am soooooo glad Joe has returned safe and sound to you. I had tears in my eyes.....
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I am in tears watching this! Am SO thankful that he is home and safe!!! Thanks for sharing the video and for Joe's service for our country! Take good care of each other!
ReplyDelete~Beth~
Okay. That was a total tear jerker. I'm so thrilled for you guys!
ReplyDeleteThat totally made me sob. That was so sweet, so glad Joe came home safe and sound!
ReplyDeleteI'm cryin'!! Welcome home, Joe!!
ReplyDeleteOh Michelle, I have tears in my eyes! I'm so happy Joe is home safe and sound. That is the best Grains of Gratitude ever!
ReplyDeleteOh wow!!! Welcome back!!! I am so happy for you guys.
ReplyDeleteYay!!! So glad the family's all back under one roof!
ReplyDeleteLOVE It...I am in tears....when she realized it was daddy it was just beautiful.
ReplyDeleteOh here come the tears...
ReplyDeleteThe expression on Kaylas face when she realised who was there was just so beautiful :)
Welcome home Joe!!!
xxoo
Oh that just made me teary! I'm so glad you are all together again!!
ReplyDeleteJust found your blog today. Absolutely precious. Kayla is beautiful. Congrats on the new baby!
ReplyDeleteWelcome home my wonderful son!! The love that shines in Kayla's eyes for her Daddy sure is something to see. Thank you Michelle for sharing such a special time and moment with all of us.
ReplyDeleteOh you guys!!! I am so happy for you! I am crying oh gosh!! I am so happy for your family!!!
ReplyDeleteOh Michelle, crying here! I didn't realize that Joe was due home already:-) The look on Kayla's face and the intake of breath she does when she finally sees her daddy is beyond precious. Enjoy having Joe home!! Has she let go of him yet? lol I'm just sooo happy for all of you! xoxo
ReplyDeleteI have tears running down my face!
ReplyDeleteWelcome home, Joe!
Rachael & Anna Grace
Such a sweet video...I watched it twice!!!!
ReplyDeleteRachael
Oh Michelle! Thank you for sharing. That was so beautiful. Welcome home Joe and thank you for the work you've done for us. We are so thankful to have you home safe and sound.
ReplyDeleteI'm so happy for all of you!!
oh that melted my heart.. not to mention all the goosebumps i have now and cant get rid of!!!
ReplyDeleteUhhh... Kleenex moment?
ReplyDeleteI'm BAWLING!!!!
I'm so happy for you that he's home safely!!
I'm SO HAPPY FOR YOU GUYS!!! Got me crying before bed and everything... Michelle, I'm thrilled that he's home safely. Her face was just precious when she realized who was across the building...
ReplyDeleteTHANKS FOR THE TEARS!!! I have them running down my face!!!! I am so very happy for you guys. I bet this is gonna be a good night for your entire household!!! Praise the Lord Joe got home safely. A happy day indeed. My heart is singing for you!!!
ReplyDeleteWelcome home Joe!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely priceless....
Tears....So happy that Daddy is back home for you and Kayla and the baby who is soon to be here!!!
ReplyDeleteI don't even know you and I'm bawling! What a wonderful reunion -- thank you Joe for serving this great land and protecting our freedom -- welcome home to your sweet family!
ReplyDeleteI couldn't get the video to play. We're having computer problems, but I'll try again. I'm SO glad that Joe is home, and Kayla has her daddy there.
ReplyDeletecrying here...totally tears of joy!! I am so glad Joe is home safe and sound!
ReplyDeleteNoel
Welcome Home Joe to your Beautiful Family! I am so happy for all of you! Gee, here I am, morning coffee by my side, crying! LOL! Tears of JOY for your family! *Big hugs!
ReplyDeleteAnother one over here crying. Such a special special video...thanks for sharing. And WELCOME HOME to Joe!!
ReplyDeleteOkay - I have tears in my eyes! This wins the award for the BEST Grains of Gratitude EVER!!! Welcome home!!!!
ReplyDeleteOh, I just sat here and cried. That is so precious! I can remember my dad being away and when he got back being so excited. That is so sweet, it looks like neither one of them wanted to let go! Praise the Lord for Joe's safe return!!
ReplyDeleteoh...sniff...
ReplyDeletecould you find some free tissues for next Freebie day? 'cause I'm all out now... that was wonderful and I am so happy for Kayla and her Daddy and for you.
Thank you for sharing that tender moment.
T
OMG...tears came streaming down here!!! What a great reunion. Glad he is home safe.
ReplyDeleteYEAH!!!
ReplyDeleteYou made me cry this morning. Thanks for the video. :)
Praise the Lord!!! God is so good. You do enjoy making us cry though, don't you? :o) But they are tears of happiness for all of you!
ReplyDeleteWelcome Home Joe ~ and THANK YOU!
That was beautiful. Glad he is home.
ReplyDeleteThis made me cry and cry! I am so glad you are all back together safe and happy. Welcome home, Joe!
ReplyDeleteDarn it woman! I hate crying at work. It totally gives me away. LOL
ReplyDeleteI am so over the moon happy for you all! Thank you for sharing that with us. wonderful!
Wonderful!!!!! I am SO happy for you guys!!!!
ReplyDeleteHow sweet!! I was smiling the whole time while the tear were coming down my face. I am so thrilled for you both that Joe is back home!
ReplyDeletelove ya all, mimi
Oh that was such a great clip!! I don't know how you were able to film it - I would have been a bawling wreck :) I'm all teary just from watching it.
ReplyDeleteOh Michelle,
ReplyDeleteThat was so special. Thank you so much for sharing it with us. Loved seeing it and am so happy for you all.
I'm rejoicing with you!!! And crying, too!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Joe, for serving. And thank you, Michelle, for sacrificing so he could. You two humble me.
Ugh, I can't get the video to work! There must be too many people viewing it right now :) Congrats! Didn't those months FLY by?? LOL I'm sure not. So glad everyone is safe!!! I will keep checking to watch it~
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful!! I'm so glad he's home safe and sound.
ReplyDeleteTOTALLY BALLING HERE! How sweet!!! Welcome home Joe. So glad to see you safe & back in the arms of loved ones.
ReplyDeleteLovely to know that you are all together again - the video was absolutely precious! Thanks for sharing it - a wonderful grains of gratitude.
ReplyDeleteOh my. Shouldn't have watched that one before work, it made me cry!
ReplyDeleteOh Michelle that brought tears to my eyes! The look on Kayla's face when she saw her Daddywas priceless!!!!
ReplyDeleteSo, I watched again and cried again! I love that you posted this. I think it is so important for everyone to understand the sacrifices our armed forces are making everyday to preserve and protect our freedom! God Bless your family!
ReplyDelete~Beth~
Watched it for the hundredth time and it always, ALWAYS, brings tears to my eyes. My husband works out of the country so I can totally relate to this homecoming sorties. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteCheche (mommy to Raphael, ds)
Philippines
I am so Happy Joe made it home safe. What a precious moment! Thanks for the Happy cry :)
ReplyDeleteYAAAAAY! That's so wonderful, I'm so so happy he's home with you. YAAAAAAYYY!
ReplyDeleteWow-brought tears to my eyes. I'm so glad he made it home safely. I've got goosebumps.
ReplyDeleteI actually put on make-up today. THAT was a waste. Most of it is running done my face now. You guys are the sweetest family!!!
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad Joe is home, safe and sound and that you all are together again. Tell him thanks for going over there for us!!!
:)
Kari
Now my makeup is running. :)
ReplyDeleteSomehow the world just seems that much more "right" today. Thank you for sharing such a personal moment. You made my day.
Wow, oh WOW! That is just a beautiful video. I loved her reaction when she realized it was her daddy! I know you are just happy he is home . . . now enjoy each and every minute!
ReplyDeleteWow, I just happened upon your blog today and it made me cry. My husband is currently deployed to Iraq...I can't wait for our Daddy moment! I'm so happy for you guys! Come check out my blog sometime: http://redmay323.blogspot.com/
ReplyDeleteHeather
Finally got to see it... crying of course! Loved Kayla's reaction. :):):)
ReplyDeleteOh Michelle, I'm so happy for you all that Joe is back home safely! Praise the Lord. Thanks for sharing this special moment with us. ;-)
ReplyDeleteYou'd probably not be able to read this (me being #94). But, welcome home to your husband and great and happy days ahead for the four of you.
ReplyDeleteMike
http://somethingaboutparenting.typepad.com/
http://www.mikeleonen.com/
Oh, I'm crying like a baby! I'm so glad that daddy is home, safe and sound!
ReplyDeleteMelissa (and Garrett and the rest)
Oh Michelle That made me cry! I am so glad Joe is home safe and sound!
ReplyDeleteThis is so touching and beautiful. I cried. Bless Joe for his service and I'm so glad he's home! What a blessing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteTears of joy at seeing the two of them together. Glad to know Joe is home. Love to you all!
ReplyDeleteTHAT made me cry !
ReplyDeleteOh Michelle, I'm crying while smiling from ear to ear! Yay! Thank you Joe so much for all you did over there and for coming home safely to your pretty girls! I love that ya'll will have a few weeks together to let the anticipation build for your next giant life change. I'm so happy you are all together again - all FOUR of you!!!
ReplyDeleteWelcome home Joe!
ReplyDeleteWe all gathered around the computer and watched the video. Amazing! We are SO happy for you. Enjoy breathing the same air again!
ReplyDeleteWelcome home Joe!!!
AWWW SO glad he's home! That brought tears to my eyes. Kennedy misses her daddy so much! Congrats on getting life back to "normal"... snoring and all!
ReplyDeleteI am so happy Joe is back!
ReplyDeleteThat went by fast! Or?
What a great video. I am in tears! Welcome home!
ReplyDeleteWow!! This little video brought tears to my eyes. How beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI just stumbled onto your blog thru the Bloggy Giveaway Carnival and I'm smitten. :)
This is so sweet! I cannot wait for that day!
ReplyDeleteWhat can we say except...God Bless you all and Welcome Home Joe.
ReplyDeleteHomecomings are always so sweet...each one of ours is fully ingrained in my memory.
Hugs to you all,
Sue