Stripes Mothersday Tribute

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Sgt. Nathan Carter gets a big kiss from his wife, Jennifer, after he and other soldiers from the 1st Armored Division’s 2nd Brigade Combat Team arrived home in Baumholder, Germany, from their deployment in Iraq on Tuesday. Jennifer is pregnant with twins.

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As the soldiers entered the gymnasium, the crowd of family members and friends hollered with glee. Flashbulbs popped and signs were waved. With the shout of a single word — “Dismissed!” — the crowd rushed toward the soldiers. Then there were many hugs and kisses, as well as a few tears.

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