Last night, the kids and I went to the airport. They insisted on wearing their superhero capes – a decision I backed 100%. We were able to get a gate pass and went through security to wait for a very special plane.

It wasn’t long until we found this guy.

I think we’ve heard nothing but a steady stream of, “Daddy! Daddy! Daddy!” since we picked him up. Six months is a long time for little ones to be away from their dad.

I missed him quite a bit too.

As soon as we got back to the house, before the van was even unloaded, Adam had to show off his new bike riding skills.

This was the second deployment that Adam’s been through. I’d be okay if it was his last.

For now though, I’m just glad to have our little family all back together again.