Settling Back Home
Returning home after deployment is always an adjustment, and this time, the soldier had even more to prepare for. Reuniting with his family meant re-establishing routines and creating new ones to accommodate the upcoming arrival of their baby.
The first few days went by in catching up with his children. They showed him their latest drawings, gave him stories about school, and introduced him to new hobbies they picked up. At the same time, moments were revered as each passing moment reminded him of how much he had missed and how much he still had to nurture.
His wife started involving him in the preparation for the baby. Together, they set up a nursery, go shopping for babies’ clothes, and begin attending prenatal appointments. The shared experiences combined to make them grow closer as a team, deepening their love.
