Parker Homecoming

Living the military lifestyle isn't easy. Of course it comes with benefits but nothing can replace your spouse for 7-12 months. Deployments are not fun. Deployments are not ideal but they are a part of the package. I think that a big reason spouses are able to get through the deployment are moments like these... That moment where you are about to be re-united with your husband and you're nervous, excited, anxious, and joyful beyond belief. It's a feeling you can't explain or understand unless you've been there and done it.

I had the pleasure of witnessing 2 of these moments this weekend. I LOVE homecomings and I love shooting them when I get the chance. Even though we're about to move away from a military area, I'd still jump at the chance to shoot another homecoming if I have the opportunity.

I met Nadine and Dustin in our Sunday school class at FBC Jax about a year ago. This was their first deployment as a married couple and it was a joyful reunion. As they updated us periodically my heart raced alongside Nadine as the minutes came closing in.

Dustin's sister Deanna (also a Marine) was also there to help welcome him home.