Almost home!

[Fangorn]

DS#3 is almost home. He's been deployed in Afghanistan for the past year (760th EOD). They were supposed to be home 2 weeks ago, but the recent incident over there caused a delay in getting transport out. He was in Turkey last night and should be back in the States tonight.

Steve

[faline]

How exciting! I'm sure there's a big homecoming in the makings!

Please be sure your son knows that many appreciate all that he's done!!

[MNNHFLTX]

Fantastic news! Let us know how the homecoming goes! :flag:

[Kenny1113]

:thumbsup:

We need a "like" button!

[Dopey's Girl]

That's great! Thanks to him (and your family and all military families) for his service!!

[TinkerbellT421]

Such great news!!! Thank him for his service to our wonderful country and keeping us safe, and thank you to your family for the sacrifices you have made to have such a brave son to serve us :mickey:

[Ed]

Steve, when your son gets home, after the hugs are done please give him a hardy handshake and salute from me for his service. EOD in Afghanistan is risky business, and he deserves sincere admiration and respect from all of us.

Enjoy every minute of his time home.

:flag:

[Fangorn]

Thanks for all the well-wishes.

Unfortunately, we don't get to see him for awhile. He's posted in upstate NY and we're in way out West in Oregon. The good news is the come September, they're being transferred to Ft. Lewis, WA which is less than 2 hours from our house.


EOD in Afghanistan is risky business

Indeed it is. Of the 40 guys in his unit, 6 were injured seriously enough to be sent home. His team was actually blown up twice. Fortunately, their armored vehicle saved their lives, but no one came through unscathed.

But just knowing that after more than a year over there, he's finally back on US soil (or will be very shortly) is a great relief to this daddy.

Steve

[Carol]

Excellent news, Steve. :flag:

[Melanie]

I can even imagine what a stressful year it's been for you all. Welcome home Steve's son, and job well done! :flag:

[Katzateer]

:thumbsup: That's wonderful and I am sure such a relief for you!

[buzznwoodysmom]

What a wonderful time this will be for you all. I'm sure you are so very proud!!!!:flag:

[barnaby]

A big thank you to him and you for his service!! :thumbsup:

[TheVBs]

Great news! :mickey:

[Fangorn]

Friday, 3:35 PDT - Despite a series of delays, they have finally made it back to the US.

Steve

[amd780]

Wonderful news - and a big thank you to your son for his service! :flag:

[VWL Mom]

Good news, glad they're back in the US. Big thanks to your son and all our military. :flag:

[buzznwoodysmom]

Thanks for the update. What a wonderful feeling to know he is back on US soil!!! Wishing you all a very happy homecoming!

[SBETigg]

Steve, good news! I hope you get to see him soon, and thanks and love to him and family.

[PopPhan]

Our thanks, admiration and appreciation for your son, and all serving in the military!!

Welcome home!

[PAYROLL PRINCESS]

I'm glad he made it back safe & sound. I hope everyone else over there gets home soon too. Tell him and everyone that serves with him thanks from me. Military life isn't an easy life.

[azdisneymom]

Woo hoo! Back on US soil is certainly something to celebrate. After you get done with the hugs and tears please tell him thank you from this Marine mom for his service and dedication.

Have you checked out the photos from Maine Troop Greeters yet? You can look at the arrival dates and catch a glimpse of his first steps back in the US. (Provided that was his entry point.)

[ElenitaB]

Great news!

Thank him (and your family) from our lilttle family for his service! :flag: