Stumbleupon.com has posted a thought-provoking story looking at tearful reunions between military parents returning from war and their children before cameras for all to see. Give us your thoughts below.
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RangerKen said:
Thanks for the note. Please take a look at our Family section - lots of info for those here in the area. http://www.northwestmilitary.com/families/
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amanda said:
Where is the help for when you are stateside on active duty? I am a single parent of 3 boys and active duty and I am always looking for resources...
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Lisa said:
I think it is both good and bad. Good for the kids as when our spouses come home it is just a blur, and that way we can get a copy of the video...
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Allison Randall said:
I think it shows the child just how big a deal it is - and honors that child for the sacrifices he or she made. I say why the hell not!
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Joe Green said:
I think a reunion is a personal thing - I would never put my kids under that scrutiny.
in Are PUBLIC and tearful reunions good for kids?