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April 20, 2006

Welcome Home!

I work at DFW airport and every day I see soldiers flying out, most heading to Iraq. Today, for the first time, I was able to see a full flight coming home. And what a great welcome they received!

There was a walkway where the soldiers walked down after leaving the baggage claim area. The walkway was lined with people along its entire length, with more people hanging out around the exit where most of the troops were leaving to board buses (back to Ft. Hood, I assume).

Every time a soldier came out and proceeded down the walkway a huge cheer went up. Our guys were treated like rock stars! They would shake people's hands along the entire way, while everyone applauded and hooted. They really seemed a little embarassed by all the attention.

It was a really nice welcome home, and I'm glad I got a chance to see it. I couldn't help but smile and feel good. All in all, it was a great way to start the day.

Posted by Brian at April 20, 2006 11:10 PM

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That beats the hell outta my homecoming from Nam back in the 60's - Boos and spit were all I received. Nice to see things have changed.

Posted by: Vulgorilla [TypeKey Profile Page] at April 21, 2006 8:19 AM

Wonderful!

Glad to see our nations finest getting the welcome they deserve.

Posted by: Chris at April 21, 2006 9:40 AM

When I travel, I usually fly in the evening, which means I end up eating dinner in the airport. Whenever I see troops in uniform eating at the same place, I pick up the tab. It's not unusual for me to find out that someone else already has.

Posted by: Jeff Medcalf [TypeKey Profile Page] at April 21, 2006 4:56 PM