http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspxI have to take a moment to write about a video clip we played in the open of the show this morning and then re-visited at 7:17 a.m.  The clip shows navy officer Bill Hawes home from a seven-month tour in Iraq, surprising his six-year-olden-USCommunityServer 2.0 (Build: 60608.1)http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106531Fri, 30 Mar 2007 12:30:50 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106531Shelly Stevens Rockford, IlI must say this story brought me to tears. I was so touched and the look on the little boys face PRICELESS! I can't imagine what a child goes thru not seeing thier Dad for so long.Makes me want to pray everyday for these families!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106540Fri, 30 Mar 2007 12:48:04 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106540Joan, Lansdale,PaThat was a wonderful clip this morning. I too cried. Thanks for some great news. Very important.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106552Fri, 30 Mar 2007 12:59:16 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106552Nancy Strang VanDeBogartSaw this video clip this morning while getting my teenage daughters to school and we all cried. You're a stone if you can watch this and not feel the emotion. It would be nice to be able to see it again. This link doesn't seem to be working.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106556Fri, 30 Mar 2007 13:00:21 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106556Ann BaileyI couldn't put my make-up on this morning because I couldn't stop crying. I have never seen anything so emotionally powerful in my life. What a beautiful moment. The expression on that child's face will stay with me for the rest of my life.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106578Fri, 30 Mar 2007 13:19:29 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106578carolyn Shaff, Lafayette, INI watched the little boys face and when he realized it really it was his Daddy, I was crying before he waw. It was a great moment and we should have many more of those. In this day and age a happy moment that makes us cry is worth it.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106582Fri, 30 Mar 2007 13:21:43 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106582Patty Ginder, Manheim, PAI watched that video and cried....that little boy's face was priceless, I work in an elementary school, my husband is also in the National Guard.... I thought of my sons and how they would have reacted...it was so very powerful and will be one of those images I will remember forever.... http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106595Fri, 30 Mar 2007 13:31:00 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106595Robin, Salt Lake City UtahSeeing this image this morning brings back the memories of my brother coming down the escalator in the airport on his leave from Afghanistan in February. His children and wife were so overwhelmed to see him in person, safe and sound. We were overcome by the overwhelming sound of applause as everyone in the airport turned from what they were doing to welcome my brother home...thank you Today for showing the human side of this war and how it effects the children and families we all know and love.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106598Fri, 30 Mar 2007 13:32:28 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106598Travis Dumas Fountain, ColoradoThis is a perfect example of why the majority of americans want our troops to come home. A 6 year old boy is showing President Bush the way this country feels.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106603Fri, 30 Mar 2007 13:35:58 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106603Kim, New JerseyAmazing, I'm STILL crying over it! This one is being passed around the office. God bless our Troops and repay them 100 fold for the sacrifices they have made!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106607Fri, 30 Mar 2007 13:41:53 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106607Sandy Thompson, Rock Hill. South CarolinaI saw this on the show this morning and could not get this little boy off my mind. I came to work to share it with my staff and sat and cried. The look on this little boys face is priceless and will always be remembered... My father was Military as I was growing up and understand what these families are going through.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106610Fri, 30 Mar 2007 13:46:28 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106610H Jones, MNThank you to NBC for showing the human face of our amazing soldier and their families. That little boy's world walked through that door and it is important in the midst of all the political garbage going on that we remember that our soldiers are people with families, too. I can't wait for the day my kids can greet their dad walking back into their world, too. We have had a long deployment, with a longer extension and it will be so wonderful to see that kind of joy on their faces when he comes home. He is our world, not just our hero! Thank you to all the men and women of the armed forces, you are all amazing and your families love you and are SO proud of you!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106611Fri, 30 Mar 2007 13:46:54 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106611Virginia Beach, VaI was very touched this morning by the story of the returning soldier. Being an individual that has dealt with the military for my entire life I appreciate those small clips because it shows America a more complete picture of the military. Many military families never have to know the pain of loosing a loved one to the violence of war; but each of us have to deal with the pain of our loved ones leaving for a minimum of six months at a time whether we are struggling with war or we have the bliss of peace. Though our military signs up for this duty it doesn’t make it any easier. We don’t ask nor do we want the American people to bow at our feet for what we do but it is always appreciate when the American people and media acknowledge that no matter what is going on in the world some military family somewhere is struggling with their loved one being gone. Thank you for the story this morning I feel that stories like this one makes the everyone in America feel something more for the military families of the world. It allows everyone to experience the pain and joy of the departures and homecomings of our soldiers. Please keep highlighting the wonderful stories of our soldiers, even once the war has ended and our solders are home. Don’t let them be forgotten because they are always sacrificing for us. Thank you http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106620Fri, 30 Mar 2007 13:54:02 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106620Karen Plaistowe, Rockaway, NJI have watched this video at least 6 times and I cry everytime. These poor families and what they have to endure. What a great clip!!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106636Fri, 30 Mar 2007 14:05:57 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106636Oneeka Tyrrell Takoma Park, MarylandI am an avid watcher of "The Today Show". I watch it as I get dressed for work each morning . This morning I stopped and cried when I saw the preview for it. I called my mom to make sure she sees it when the video aired and was on the phone with her when they played the video in its entirety. My mom and I balled at that story. It was truly touching, even now I tear up at remembering the look on that little boy's face. I want to thank the family for sharing that moment with us.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106655Fri, 30 Mar 2007 14:21:18 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106655Mary Lindsey, Newark, OhioI was watching the Today show (as I have for the last 20 years!!) while getting ready for work. My son is in Iraq - his third tour - but this time he left behind a wife and a son that had just turned two. They are living with us and waiting for June when my son will come home for two weeks. I know the joy in that little boy and I cried every time you showed the clip and when I told people at work they all logged on to watch. You touched so many hearts with that clip. Hopefully it will encourage people to pray for that family and all the others who have loved ones serving!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106658Fri, 30 Mar 2007 14:22:15 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106658Shannon, MarylandI was getting ready for work as this came on this morning and was unable to even put my makeup on because I was crying so hard! This was such a powerful 1 minute video clip. It just goes to show how much these families are affected by this war. People say little kids don't realize what's going on but this right here proves that they do! Good job!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106659Fri, 30 Mar 2007 14:22:40 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106659DW,Morrisonville,ILWhat a precious thing to see. I can only imagine what his father felt also. I'm sure he was just as excited to see his little boy as well. Seven months without daddy must seem like forever for a 6 year old. My problems seem trivial now. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106661Fri, 30 Mar 2007 14:23:18 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106661Adele Thermes, Eau Claire, WI 54701I cried, that little boys face was amazing. My father was in Iraq, and my daughters and their classes wrote to him and he wrote back and shared many experiences with them. We need to watch our children and learn from them. That little boy's face is the face of what America should be, for every single American Military Personel. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106662Fri, 30 Mar 2007 14:25:29 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106662Mary Ellen Martin, Edison, NJThis is the most precious thing I have ever seen. I can't stop crying about it. It really brings it all home. I will never forget this little boy's expression. Thanks for a great story.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106663Fri, 30 Mar 2007 14:25:48 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106663Peggy McGuinness, Chesapeake, VirginiaI just watched the video and it brought tears to my eyes. This is the type of footage we should be seeing more of in the news instead of the bad news that comes out of Iraq. I can still picture my family's faces when I came home after a 6 month deployment to the Persian Gulf in 1998 - priceless. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106665Fri, 30 Mar 2007 14:27:38 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106665Celeste Bruno, Lansdale, PAI saw this clip in the first few minutes of the show, I cried then and 3 hours later I am still tearing up. I will remember that image forever. God Bless and Thank you to our Men and Women of the United States Military. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106675Fri, 30 Mar 2007 14:32:10 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106675Mary PerezI too watched this video and cried. You could sense that the tears on that little boy's face were not tears of joy but tears of relief, of stress lifted, of fears unrealized. My heart breaks for those little boys who's dads won't come home.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106682Fri, 30 Mar 2007 14:35:19 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106682Coralie Fletcher, Bone Gap, ILAt age 63, there are very few things that can reduce me to tears but your segment on the father returning from the Iraq war to the open arms of his little boy did just that. More of this type story please. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106685Fri, 30 Mar 2007 14:38:30 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106685Kathy Buchanan, Princeton, NJWhat a wonderful glimpse into the life of one military family! We should all be so very thankful for these inspiring men and women who serve us every day and for the sacrifices they and their families make! From my family, thank you!!!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106695Fri, 30 Mar 2007 14:44:18 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106695Kim, Kensington, MarylandI emailed that link to my friends and family. I am at work and had to really hold back the tears. Words cannot express how touching that was to see a son's love for his father. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106696Fri, 30 Mar 2007 14:44:30 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106696Jody Harrell, Sioux Falls, South DakotaIf this doesn't show how much we need to get our troops home, I simply don't know what does.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106699Fri, 30 Mar 2007 14:45:38 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106699Jennifer, Wichita KSWhat a wonderful way to start my day!! I wish the show could be all about "Feel Good" stories like this!!! I want to thank you for starting off the show with this instead of all the bad things going on!! I have children and can't imagine the emotion in that room!! Wonderful!!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106710Fri, 30 Mar 2007 14:55:15 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106710Dacia Sommer, Waukon, IowaNot only did I cry at home, but I cried as I told my co-workers this story. They cried when I told them and then I showed them the clip from your web site, and they cried even harder. Children are so innocent and vulnerable. What a beautiful way to start a weekend, with a story like this. That little boy will never be forgotten by anyone who has seen this story. God Bless him, his family, and everyone who is serving and have served our country. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106717Fri, 30 Mar 2007 15:00:20 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106717C. Doerr, Montclair, VAThank you for showing the clip in the original format without comment. As a USMC retired wife, I went through several deployments in the 80's and 90's with a baby or two small children at home. it is important for the American people to be reminded how strong these little people are on a daily basis as we all wait with anticipation for our loved ones return. These young people are true patriots while their mothers and fathers go off and answer the call of duty to their country. Please always remember the special sacrifice a military child makes for their country as well.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106726Fri, 30 Mar 2007 15:08:10 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106726Myra Dionne, Smithfield, RIThis was definately a Norman Rockwell moment--a scene that could be taken from today, or WWII. We owe a debt of gratitude for all our men and women that serve our country now, and for our veterans from past wars, AS WELL as for the sacrifices made by their families everyday. This video segment cetainly makes one acutely aware of what is really important in life!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106729Fri, 30 Mar 2007 15:10:09 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106729Eric Mattke, Paso Robles californiaGreat story! Thank you! Great start to my day...as a law enforcement officer I deal with crap all day..... Thanks for bringing me back to reality! Is this not what life is really about -family/kids?http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106744Fri, 30 Mar 2007 15:26:41 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106744Tom, Denver, CoIt is hard not to get choked up seeing that video. We need to be so thankful to all our service personel. Here is another touching video of soldiers coming home. http://youtube.com/watch?v=osTrMe76kes This will make you feel proud as well and a great tribute.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106764Fri, 30 Mar 2007 15:41:42 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106764Tara H. North Platte, NEC. Doerr - - Thank you for opening my eyes to that idea. I have never quite thought of it that way, and you couldn't be more correct. Thank you for sharing that with me!! I watched this video this morning and was rendered speechless. As I sat there tearing up, my mind cleared, and all I could concentrate on was the look on that little boy's face. There are no words for me....http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106765Fri, 30 Mar 2007 15:41:45 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106765Teresa Smith, Avenue, MDWithin the first 5 seconds of of the previews to this story I was in tears. I was getting ready for work this morning and in the middle of putting on my makeup, this played....I cried. Washed my faced, started over. My husband got back from the bus stop, I told him about it, started crying again, then he cried. Washed face again, started the makeup routine over. Then about 20 minutes later, the whole story aired, I cried, my husband came into the bedroom crying.....and we were giggling and crying together. What a heartfelt story!!! It's so nice to have a happy cry when their is so much sadness around this war. Thank you for this happy emotional story!!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106773Fri, 30 Mar 2007 15:46:40 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106773Carol, IndianaWhat a priceless moment! The tears and the joy of the young child so excited to see his father return from a turmoiled country...and to return alive and well! A huge "thank-you" to the dad who left his child and/or children and family to fight for our freedom. The memory and vision of the tears of this young son and for what his father is doing for our country will never be forgotten. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106781Fri, 30 Mar 2007 15:52:02 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106781Kathleen, Pittsburgh, PaWhat an amazing sight! No matter how you feel about the war, remember the family members who must endure the daily media exposure of all the horrid atrocities of war knowing their loved one is in the middle of it. Thank you for bringing the human side, not the political side to the forefront for all to see. I pray that God will protect all our military personnel until they are reunited with their loved ones. I can only pray this little boy won't be saying goodbye again soon! http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106784Fri, 30 Mar 2007 15:54:09 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106784Mary Lauron, Houston, TexasI thought I had a tearing problem as I have not shed a tear in 8 years. I just viewed the video of the little 6 year old boy seeing his daddy home from Irag. I do not have a tearing problem. They keep coming. This war and how it has affected thousands of lives spells out right here in the heart of a child. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106792Fri, 30 Mar 2007 15:57:24 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106792Penny Schneider, Griffin, GAAs I sit and watch this video I remember a year ago when my husband came home from Iraq and how touching it was for my kids and to see the excitement on this little boy's face when he realized it was his dad was just AWESOME. Thank you for showing that the military families are people too. Great job. (I'm still wiping tears away)http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106805Fri, 30 Mar 2007 16:05:17 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106805Lisa Rose, Sugar Land, TexasAnd we don't think WAR and the absence of parents affect the children! Thank you, NBC for showing the world the pains of absence and opening up the eyes of congress to end this war soon and reunite families. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106820Fri, 30 Mar 2007 16:13:34 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106820Jane H Minneapolis MNWords can not express how powerful that video clip is. Thank you to all who made it possible for our country to view it. They have given our country a true gift to save and share! That little guy and his father will forever live in my heart! Welcome Home!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106832Fri, 30 Mar 2007 16:18:48 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106832James Hahn, Denver, CO.The finest expression of LOVE I've ever seen,touches all the corners of my mind in pursuit of my own desire to love and be loved.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106848Fri, 30 Mar 2007 16:26:36 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106848Alice Truly touching! I'm in tears too! God bless our troop and their families! http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106856Fri, 30 Mar 2007 16:32:59 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106856John, Syracuse, NYThanks for sharing such and incredible and emotional 2 minutes with me. God bless this family and all those affected by this war. I have never been in the military, but this piece gave me even more admiration for those who sacrifice so much for us. As soon as this piece was over, I hugged my 5 and 8 year old and quitely thanked those who have allowed me to raise a wonderful family in this great country of ours. God Bless America.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106862Fri, 30 Mar 2007 16:37:39 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106862Tracy Giuffre, West Sayville NYEvery time I hear the news start with the war,I walk away from the TV, however today I stayed and watched something that needed no words, music or commentary. The child's face,..the father/soldier's reaction was all you needed to realize that its time for our soldiers to come home. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106867Fri, 30 Mar 2007 16:40:43 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106867Alan SmithThe war in Iraq has taken on many faces....most of them very ugly. This story and video is one of the most compelling "home faces" I could possibly imagine. Matt was so right in stating that "seven months in the life of a six-year-old is an eternity." Whether one agrees or disagrees with the Iraqi war effort, we have to remember that the "kids" (they are to me anyway) shouldering this effort deserve our full respect and support. Thanks to Today for also reminding us about the emotional battles being waged at home every day by the families of our soldiers.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106877Fri, 30 Mar 2007 16:44:07 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106877Tami, Sedro Woolley, WA My daughter is in this little boys class and when I talked to her about it, she teared up too. Seems to be an emotional moment for all the kids in the class too. How can anyone watch something so precious and not tear up.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106881Fri, 30 Mar 2007 16:44:47 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106881D'Anne Smith, El Paso, TX I am still crying from watching the video. The emotion of that little boy, his mommy, and of course the Sailor is euphoric relief. Everyone that has, or has had a family member in the Middle East knows that feeling."My" Soldier arrived home two weeks ago after a year in Iraq. As soon as he called me from US soil, all of the anxiety of the last year was lifted. Every Service Member has someone back here that feels the expression on that childs face. A wife, a child, a sibling, a grandparent, aunt, uncle, cousin, or Parent. "My" Soldier is my son. Thank you to all US Service Members, and to their families - The strength behind our Hero's.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106885Fri, 30 Mar 2007 16:51:55 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106885Mark E Turlock, CAThis segment is going to eventually become a major moment in history. It is truly one of the most powerful pieces of footage I have seen in some time. As I watched it with my two year son, I found tears streaming down my face. This is a perfect example of why we must always question our leaders when they send our troops into harm's way. They're soldiers to the administration but so much more to those who love and miss them. Welcome Home! http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106891Fri, 30 Mar 2007 16:54:20 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106891Patricia Roark, Bolivar, MOThis story captured my heart this morning. It is truly amazing how the emotions of a child can break into pieces the heart of stone. I see more clearly how the Holy Scriptures can say...and a little child shall lead them.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106905Fri, 30 Mar 2007 17:03:08 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106905Kristine B., Chicago, ILI heard them say that whole thing about having a kleenex handy and I shrugged it off, but it DID make me cry. Just seeing that little boy's face all crumpled up and happy to see his dad. Made me teary eyed again when I showed it at work to my coworker.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106907Fri, 30 Mar 2007 17:03:30 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106907Tricia, Anderson, SCI to have a son who's father is in the military. We sometimes take for granted how much a child needs both parents. Military children sacrifice so much. I try to explain to my son when he cry's for his father that "daddy has a very important job, and that he should be proud of his father" but to a 7 year old boy that does not matter. Sometimes I am mad at the military for taking my son's father and my husband away, but I wouldn't have it any other way. The last time we were able to be together was this past Christmas and we will not be together again until October, I know our reunion will be just as much a blessing as the father and son in your video. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106913Fri, 30 Mar 2007 17:06:51 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106913Dani Holland MII must be alone with this thought that yes-I was brought to tears by this reunion. But this was a private moment we were not meant to share. This child should have been reunited with his father in a private place-then could have proudly escorted his dad to meet his classmates. The chosen photo op seemed to exploit the genuine relief and happiness he felt. What if his reaction had not been so photogenic? Would this have also been on national TV? In this day of "reality TV" we are losing our sense of privacy-here at the expense of a child.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106916Fri, 30 Mar 2007 17:10:36 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106916Becky, Katy, TexasThrough the heart of a little boy, The World has just witnessed how this war affects everyone. Thank You, NBC. Please share more stories like this. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#106918Fri, 30 Mar 2007 17:12:51 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:106918Mona McCarty, Hamilton, MTOh, what a story. I have goosebumps even typing this message! This was such a heartwarming story. I have cried a few times this morning. I told my students about it and to watch for it on the news tonight. You should have this soldier and his family as your guests on the show. Treat them to a NYC vacation to show them THANKS for their sacrifice. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#108442Sat, 31 Mar 2007 19:59:24 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:108442Jean Donovan Fairfax Va.As I was getting my daughters ready for school we watched this segment. We could not stop crying. I was happy you showed this segment, it showed how difficult it is for families when there love ones are away. Right now my husband is preparing to be deployed for a year and I can only imagine what relief my family will feel when our husband and father returns. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#108826Sun, 01 Apr 2007 18:16:51 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:108826Claudette Marshall, Kent, WaIt is wonderful to see the beautiful, pure and uncomplicated LOVE this father and son have for each other. Thank You soo much for sharing. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#109097Mon, 02 Apr 2007 12:54:31 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:109097Leah Beyer, Fort Stewart,GAThe story of the father with his son puts it all into perspective. Especially for those of us who will be experiencing this next deployment here in Fort Stewart,GA. This will be our first deployment as a family. That gives me a glimpse of what my two year olds reactions will be when daddy comes home from Iraq. I especially appreciate the fact that everyone now has a glimpse of what it is like for the families who's loved ones are over there fighting for what you and I beleive in.For those who don't personalize the war, because their loved ones aren't there, always remember this it what it is for those of us who do. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#109271Mon, 02 Apr 2007 16:09:26 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:109271Jenn Carney, Uniontown, OHThis was so touching - thank you for letting all of us view such a wonderful surprise. I shared this story with friends and family, and even just talking about it brought tears to my eyes and chills to my spine. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/03/30/106513.aspx#182378Fri, 04 May 2007 14:46:24 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:182378JOYCE BUSH O'FALLON. MOMY SON SENTED ME THE E-MAIL OF THIS SMALL CHILD AND HIS DAD.I'VE WATCHED IT MANY TIMES AND CAN'T KEEP FROM CRYING EACH TIME I DO. MAY GOD'' BLISS ALL OUR BOY'S OVER THERE AND BRING THAM HOME SOON.