Happy Homecoming!

We have had a Fourth of July weekend to remember! We welcomed Brian home from a 6 month deployment on Friday -- just in time to spend the holiday weekend together as a family. My parents drove up from San Diego to share in the fun. It was such a great day -- my parents took some great pictures, but even these pictures don't quite capture all the excitement!

Paige woke up early on Homecoming Day...she was ready to greet her Daddy with a big smile!

All dressed and posing for a quick photo with Grandma before leaving for the fly-in

Warming up with the flag...Daddy is on his way!

Here they come!

He finally parks the jet...

Waiting patiently for all the planes to come in...

He is getting out of the plane -- we see him!

He is finally home!

Paige was excited, but she was running out of the steam by the time we finally saw Brian...

She definitely recognized him and didn't cry...but she was out of smiles for the moment!

Back at home in front of Brian's welcome home banners...

As soon as Paige woke up from her nap, it finally set in that Daddy was home -- she was soooo excited!

We are so thankful to have Brian home, but especially this weekend, we pause to appreciate all the servicemen and women that are away from home serving their country. We are so thankful for their sacrifice and the sacrifices of their families. How blessed we are to live in such a great nation!