Serving one’s country takes a significant amount of pride, bravery, passion, and grit. It seems that no matter what we do, it is never enough to thank our nation’s heroes regardless of whether they do or do not face direct combat on battlegrounds. Just as we have heavy gratitude in our hearts for those who serve, it is equally as exhilarating when they safely return home.
U.S. Air Force Sergeant, 33-year-old Josh, provided an emotional surprise when he came home to Colorado a week early after being stationed in the Middle East for the past seven months. His secret return was put together alongside his wife, Sarah.
In the video of his arrival, we witness Sergeant Josh surprising his eight-year-old son Jayden, who has Cerebral Palsy, in school. Both Jayden and his father can’t stop smiling and attempting to hold back tears after seeing each other for the first time in a while.
Crouching near the door of another classroom comes Sergeant Josh’s daughter, three-year-old Rhilyn, and his other son, five-year-old Kolby. (I have to admit; the second Rhilyn yelled, “Daddy,” my eyes instantly started watering.)
Throughout the rest of the video, Sergeant Josh surprises more of his family: his mother and father, two brothers, cousin, cousin’s wife, and his two dogs. Truthfully, I would have been completely satisfied only seeing him surprise one of his family members; the rest is just a sweet bonus!
The best part of the video, however, has got to be Sergeant Josh’s dad’s reaction! There’s jumping and screaming and all kinds of good stuff that will leave you both hooting with laughter and crying tears of happiness. It’s too good to watch.
Watch the video of Sergeant Josh’s return below. Warning: You might get a little teary-eyed!
And if you’re feeling a little extra generous, please help Josh raise funding for his son’s Cerebral Palsy treatment here.
