My father was in WWII. I have 2 nephews in the Navy and my oldest son is in the Army - deployed to Afghanistan right now. BUT - we will be seeing him next week when he comes home for R&R. It is emotional for us but I'm sure it is harder on my dil and grandson (who will turn 1 next week).
Other than being concerned for his safety,it does not faze me much. Well, that and wonderng where he will be stationed next. I don't get to see my grandson much because he and his mother are living in Michigan while my son is deployed.
God bless and keep all our military personnel.
Priscilla