How I Spent My Sunday

Yesterday marked the official day my brother would be home for good after his tour in Iraq. My family and I went to a high school about an hour from home to see his ceremony and bring him home. Following the ceremony, my brother requested McDonalds so we headed off to the nearest Golden Arches. Yum.

I have an extremely special picture to share with you. Are you ready? Grab your Kleenex…

 

Now, before I start crying again (as I do every time I look at this picture), I’ll share with you my bit of funny. My “little” brother is actually WAY taller than I am. Yesterday, I was wearing about 4 inch heels. Thank goodness I was too. Otherwise, my face would have been in his armpit and I wouldn’t have this beautiful moment to share with you.

Have yourself a merry little Christmas,
Let your heart be light
From now on,
our troubles will be out of sight

Have yourself a merry little Christmas,
Make the Yule-tide gay,
From now on,
our troubles will be miles away.

Here we are as in olden days,
Happy golden days of yore.
Faithful friends who are dear to us
Gather near to us once more.

Through the years
We all will be together,
If the Fates allow
Hang a shining star upon the highest bough.
And have yourself A merry little Christmas now.

 

 

Filed under: brother, home for Christmas, soldier

15 Responses

1. 

   lori bunk, on December 22nd, 2008 at 3:49 pm Said:

   just looking at that picture gets me choked up too. we are all so grateful to have him home!! yay eric!
2. 

   Ann, on December 22nd, 2008 at 4:01 pm Said:

   That is a beautiful moment!!! Thanks for my morning cry, it was a good cry and that is the best. I am very happy for the both of you. Please tell your brother THANK YOU, for defending our freedom. I appreciate what he did and continues to do. I am equally glad he is HOME. What a Merry Christmas!
3. 

   Ellen, on December 22nd, 2008 at 4:04 pm Said:

   Hi! Congratulations on the homecoming, that is a beautiful photo. And I second Ann: Thank you from me, too. I’m new to this blog; I saw you were featured on The Ultimate Role Mommy
   Blogroll, too, and wanted to reach out. I put up a post today about two kids vs. three, and was hoping you could join the discussion over at http://www.lovethatmax.blogspot.com
4. 

   Angela, on December 22nd, 2008 at 4:27 pm Said:

   What a great day for you and your family! I hope your brother know how greatfull we are for what he does, Thank You!
5. 

   Irene, on December 22nd, 2008 at 4:41 pm Said:

   NO FAIR!! You got to hug him AND you made me cry at work!! Give him lots of love from me too.
6. 

   shelburns, on December 22nd, 2008 at 4:53 pm Said:

   What a great moment for you and your family! I am very grateful for all the servicemen and women who are fighting for our country! Tell your brother thank you.
7. 

   Joyce, on December 22nd, 2008 at 5:34 pm Said:

   I’m glad he’s back, and you guys will even spend Christmas together. How great!
8. 

   everyday mom, on December 22nd, 2008 at 5:50 pm Said:

   What a precious photo. It is always hard to have loved ones away protecting our freedom. I bet you are glad to have him back safely.
9. 

   kel, on December 22nd, 2008 at 6:22 pm Said:

   thank god he is home.. keep on hugging him… he’s gonna need those hugs! and tell him thank you, from all of us.
10. 

    Kalle, on December 22nd, 2008 at 6:55 pm Said:

    Taht is a powerful picture. I’m so happy to have him home for you.
    Merry Christmas.
11. 

    It's The Bullocks, on December 22nd, 2008 at 7:02 pm Said:

    Safe and sound, God answers prayers. So happy you have him back!
12. 

    Jen @ Mommay's Mayhem, on December 22nd, 2008 at 10:54 pm Said:

    That is a great picture!

    Thank you and Welcome Home to your brother!
13. 

    Mel @ A Box of Chocolates, on December 23rd, 2008 at 12:15 am Said:

    What a spectacular Christmas present. Merry Christmas to you and your family and a big thanks to all the men and women who fight to give us some peace!!
14. 

    Susan, on December 23rd, 2008 at 4:20 am Said:

    What a wonderful Christmas gift…
    I am so happy for you and your family.
    Merry Christmas!
15. 

    Half-Past Kissin' Time, on January 9th, 2009 at 10:44 pm Said:

    so, so happy for you. Please thank your brother for his service.