My husband Spc. Sam Neely and I are newlyweds. We got married in December and he was told he would deploy in May of 2010. He is currently in Kunar, Afghanistan. In January he went to training for a month and we got pregnant in February! He has not been here for the pregnancy but will come home in October, just two days before my estimated due date (we are keeping are fingers crossed that he gets to be here for the delivery).

He is serving in the Army and has been in the service for six years. He is up for promotion as well. When he was told he was deploying he stated, "It is my time to go and let others come home to rest and be with their families. It is my duty to serve my country." He plans to re-enlist in April and more than likely make this his career. He has one sister and four nephews back home that think the world of him, actually his whole family and friends do. He has always put others before him and is truly devoted to the Army and his country.

His family and I miss him greatly and can not wait to see him in October for his R & R and hopefully he will be here for the delivery of his daughter. Throughout these past few months he has remained positive (he is always positive in any and all situations) and has been the one to keep everyone here going and strong. He is truly a hero.

Thank you,
Brittney Neely wife of Spc. Sam Neely 101st airborne (Army).

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This salute is from Chelsea De Angelo to her husband Specialist Michael De Angelo, U.S. Army.

My name is Chelsea De Angelo and my husband's name is Michael De Angelo. He is an E4 in the U.S. Army. We live in Akron, Ohio. We have been married for almost two years and we met on myspace during his first deployment. He is my best friend and my soul mate and he keeps me sane through the deployments. He is the funniest person I have ever met and the most intelligent. He loves his job and it shows. He loves helping people and he cares a lot about everyone. He never gives up. We never imagined that we would be where we are today when we first started talking on the internet. We are both very lucky. He is my hero and I love him more than anything.

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This is a salute from Kendra Westmoreland to her husband Sergeant Rodney Westmoreland, U.S. Army.

Kendra and her mother-in-law were at the Hartsfield/Jackson Airport in Atlanta to greet Kendra's husband Rodney who was coming home for two weeks R and R from Afghanistan for the birth of his second child.

**UPDATE**
Kendra and Rodney’s baby boy was born on August 17th, 2010. His name is Ashton.

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This is a salute from Angeline Studdard of Augusta, Georgia to her son Specialist Martin Studdard, U.S. Army.

He was returning home from his first deployment in Afghanistan for R&R. He will be home for two weeks. Angeline and her other son Andrew were awaiting Martin's arrival at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport in Atlanta. Andrew had not seen Martin in a year and a half. Martin's birthday is on Sunday and Angeline says she is going to make his favorite foods Monkey Bread and Peanut Butter Kisses.

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This salute is from Britney Henry to her husband U.S. Army Sergeant Thomas Henry.

I would love to salute my husband SGT Thomas Henry. He is currently deployed to Afghanistan. He is an amazing husband and a wonderful father. We love and miss him so much. We are so proud of him and cannot wait until he returns home hopefully before Christmas.

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This is a salute from grandparents Larry and Linda Swanson, mother Marcy Swanson and his sister Kira Oldham to Private First Class Len Oldham, U.S. Marine Corps. Len was back from basic training. His family was at Hartsfield airport to greet him. They had not seen him since December of last year. He is presently on leave but will deploy to Afghanistan in September.

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This salute is from singer, producer, actor and philanthropist Usher to all the men and women serving in the armed forces.

Usher's salute comes from Atlanta where he was attending an event to promote his New Look Foundation: ushersnewlook.org.

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This salute is from actor and WWE Superstar John Cena to all the men and women serving in the armed forces.

We caught up with John as he walked the red carpet at the Teen Choice Awards.

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This salute is from Jim Roberts to his son Airman First Class Mac Roberts, U.S. Air Force. He writes:

Mom, Ben (brother) and I miss getting to talk with you. We are all so proud of you for serving your country admirably. Granny and Aunt Jan miss you, too. May God protect you and keep you in good health. Be careful and stay cool (and he thought Vegas was hot!). See you when you return.

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This salute is from Shatoyia Vanderhorst to her husband Specialist Eddie Vanderhorst, U.S. Army. She writes:

I would like to salute my husband Eddie. He is currently away for training preparing for his second deployment to Afghanistan. He is a great husband and father and we are going to miss him dearly when he leaves again. Our entire family is extremely proud of him and we pray for a safe deployment and safe return.

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