coming home

A few weeks ago (Sept. 14) I had the privilege of photographing Army reservists reuniting with their loved ones after a year in Iraq and Kuwait. I'm kind of a sap, so I teared up a couple of times.

Sgt. Ronald Farrow hugs his granddaughters, Mallory Wood, 3 (left) and Mackenzie Wood, 4.

Samantha Tubbs kisses her husband, Jakeb Tubbs. Samantha's mom made the dress for their daughter, camo with peace signs.

Pedro Benitez holds his finance, Vanessa Tucker. Those two stood like that for a long time.