Parker Arrives in Alabama

The entire Windle family has been anxiously awaiting and counting down Parker's visit from France. We left early for Birmingham hoping to avoid the five o'clock traffic rush. Libby took her nap right on time, and we arrived over an hour early. We let Libby finish her nap then headed inside.

Libby and "Coach" watch the arriving planes hoping one has Uncle Parker on it!



It was a good thing that we got there early as Parker's ETA was now 5:08. We saw many happy reunions as we waited for Parker: a solder met his wife and young child; several sets of grandparents were greeted by grandchildren; and college kids were returning home for the holidays. (We also saw Greg McElroy heading home for the holidays. Roll Tide!)

Savannah and Jason were also so excited that Parker was coming home for a visit.



We were all wondering how Libby would react to Parker. They have visited via Skype several times, so we felt he would not be a complete stranger to her.

Coach and Libby wait with a welcome home sign.



As usual, Libby does not meet a stranger and reached out for Parker as soon as he got to us.







Welcome home, Parker! I know we will have a holly, jolly Christmas this year!