Boy with Down Syndrome doesn’t know his military dad returns home and stands behind him

Military men and women deserve all the respect for everything they do for each and every one of us. They miss on so much while they are deployed in a far-away countries, but at the end of the day, they are aware that it is their sacrifice that helps protect the country and its people.

The best thing about deployment is returning home to your family and friends. These reunions are always very touching.

Tech Sgt John Grieten spent 6 months in South West Asia. When the time came for him to return home he wanted to give his two children the ultimate surprise, so he decided to visit them at school without them being aware of it.

Grieten’s 15-year-old son, Joshua, has Down Syndrome. He is very close to his father whom he missed dearly. One day, while at the school canteen, Grieten stood behind his son for a couple of seconds before he approached and asked if the seat next to him was taken. Joshua couldn’t hide his excitement. He was so happy that he felt the urge to tell everyone that the brave military man was his dad. “Everybody, this is my Dad!” he told the crowd.

However, the surprise wasn’t over yet. The proud dad went on to greet his daughter. Just as her brother, Jessica, 11, leaped into her daddy’s arms.

This is cute beyond words and so worth watching and sharing with your friends. Check it out below.

Monica Pop
Monica Pop
Monica Pop is a senior writer for Bored Daddy magazine covering the latest trending and popular articles across the United States and around the world.

More from author

Related posts

Latest posts

Rudy Giuliani offers brutal 6-word ‘advice’ to Zohran Mamdani after NYC mayoral win

Zohran Mamdani, 34, will become New York City’s youngest mayor in over a century when he takes office just after midnight on Jan. 1,...

My neighbor asked me to wrap their house’s door handle with aluminium foil — the reason stunned me

My neighbors and I have always been very close. Not only greeting each other, but more like babysitting for each other every now and...

My husband always gave me red tea at night — Until I found out it wasn’t tea at all

My husband always took great care of me. When I think about it, he appeared to be the sweetest man there was. However, I...

A house full of memories: My father’s final surprise

My father was a simple man who led a rather simple life. He never had much, although he always did everything in his power...

Teen told he just had ‘growing pains’ dies day after diagnosis

16-year-old Harley Andrews died mere hours after being diagnosed with an aggressive form of leukemia. His devastated family shared that their son complained of...

She Was the Cheapest Woman Alive—Until I Learned the Truth Behind Her Gift Card

The $50 Gift Card That Uncovered My Grandmother’s Secret Life When my grandmother passed away, I thought the only thing she left me was a...