Sunday, July 13, 2008

Back in the USA

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Mike was supposed to arrive in Nashville at 3pm today. He called me this morning at 6:30am once he got to Atlanta, GA to let me know that he was in the USA AND that he was able to get an earlier flight. He was set to arrive in Nashville at 9:45am. YAHOO!!!

The kids and I were out the door early, so we could get a security pass to go down to the gate. (I don't know if other Airports do that, but I am glad that Nashville does). It was a little hectic getting through security, but we made it to the gate with a few minutes to spare.

Mike was flying on Delta. As a courtesy, they invite Military Members to de-plane first. So we stood at the top of the breezeway as 14 soldiers filed out. Everyone in the concourse started clapping when they saw the soldiers. I started to cry. I am so proud of Mike and what he does. It is nice to have that small public "Thank You."

Here comes the plane

Mike was the last soldier off the plane.
I could see Amanda looking intently at EVERY soldier as they walked by.

They just about knocked Mike over. Amanda kept squealing, "Daddy's Home, Daddy's Home!"


Yup, I had to put in a kissing photo

I will try to keep things updated over the next few days.
Lots of Love,
Robin, Mike, Adam and Amanda

5 comments:

Brenny said...

YEA!! What a happy reunion! And way to make me cry on Monday morning. I'm so happy for you guys! Thanks for sharing the welcome home pictures. How cool that you were able to get the passes to meet him at the gate. I hope you guys have a great time together while he is home. Post pictures when you can!

Kelli said...

Yea! I got all teary eyed reading this post. I am so happy that he is home safe and I hope that you have a fantastic time while he is home!

Jacqui said...

Wohoo! That's great! I'm glad you found someone to take pictures for you :)

Have fun!

Haddorkus said...

I am so happy and excited for you. I didn't know about the gate thing at Nashville, thanks for the tip.

I hope you guys have a good time.

Jason said...

That is awesome! You guys rock!!!