"I'm going home to where I belong." These are the words of the Daughtry song behind these photos of returning troops. There is nothing to compare with the first moments of your return to those you love, who you've thought of every day while away in a war zone.

Watch this soldier dad surprise five of his kids at school. He then goes with them and his wife to his oldest daughter's middle school to complete this wonderful reunion!

This song by Tim McGraw will touch you where you live. Remember the fallen and the families that soldier on without them.

This pair of four-footed veterans worked hard to keep their humans safe in Iraq and are ready to be deployed again.

These military members have shown true commitment to helping others through starting an organization which helps alleviate their stress during the most stressful of times.

Michelle Penn just hit a milestone: one year of helping veterans with a song. This talented woman was inspired by her grandfather's thirty years in the Navy to start Welcome Me Home.

Watch as this couple marries each other over the internet.

Nick and Erin have been apart for what seems like years. There are so many things to be said. So many stories, so many memories to revisit. But Nick and Erin know that those can wait.

A Marine's solitary tribute to the fallen is beyond words.

Watch this film of Bert Brady who has made it his service to go to Dallas-Fort Worth Airport to welcome our servicemen and women home. A True American Hero!