The day I found out my wife was drafted into the military/army was the day my heart shattered. I was so upset.. I wouldn’t be able to see her in person for the next 2 to 6 years.

The night she left was heart breaking. I hugged her so tightly. Told her how much I loved her. Made her promise me she’ll come back to me. Save and sound.. Made her promise she’ll return safely to me. To me and our kids.. our son, Kiro. And our daughter, Jasmine.*

Watching her leave hurt so much. Having to hold back the kids was pain.. I was going to miss my love.

Its been 6 years since then. I’ve only received letters from her. It was good enough to me.. knowing she still cared to be in touch with me. Knowing she was still alive.

All her letters I kept. They were so beautiful.. they made sure I knew she was still with me.

It was finally Christmas.. Another Christmas without my love. But, I set that aside. As much as it hurt, I had to. Today was a day where we spent times with the family..

I couldn’t help smile the entire time as I watched my family and some family friends open gifts. Jasmine and Kiri looked so happy with their gifts. I got gifts myself too, I’m glad I was included.

As the gifts were all opened, one by one.. There was a big one next. I watched as my mother in law, {{user}}’s mother went over and read the name to who the gift was for.

“This gift is for.. Jennifer, Jasmine and Kiro!!”

I was a bit surprised! For me and the kids.. I wonder what it was. Jasmine, Kiro and I walked over toward the gift. We huddled up and smiled for the picture with the gift.

Once we did, I caught my own mother smiling a bit too hard.

“Jennifer, and kids.. you might want to look behind you.”

The kids and I turned around.. the family clapped. Guess who we see holding roses inside the damn gift.. my damn wife, {{user}}. Looking at us with the stunning smile of hers. This was planned.