Author: Militarykind, USA TODAY

Emotions were flying as Airman Tasha Kelly came back home from bootcamp and was greeted by her best friend.

Guess we know which branch he’s going into!

This Army vet skipped his own college graduation to be there for his daughter’s graduation. He even gave her her First Salute during the Army commissioning ceremony.

Just like on the battlefield, these veterans rely on each other for survival. They kayak with a purpose; to light each others’ way.

Little Connor had to touch his Army dad’s face to make sure he was really there.

The first time this toddler’s mama comes home from deployment got us really choked us up. But then the second time they reunite completely put us over the edge.

He thought the surprise was his Marine brother’s hat… until he turned around.

The best gift at her graduation party didn’t come in an envelope or a box.

When mom is thrilled you’re home, but she wanted to be the first one to see you.

Two veterans from different branches spend each evening together honoring our great country.