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05-11-09, 07:27 AM
Moms Welcome Marines Home From Iraq
Sons' Return Makes This Women's Best Mother's Day Ever

POSTED: Sunday, May 10, 2009
UPDATED: 7:02 am EDT May 11, 2009

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Sandra Smith and Gloria Stephens spent Sunday morning at Jacksonville International airport to welcome home their boys from active duty in Iraq.

Staff Sgt. Jason Smith is a platoon leader who ran convoy security teams in the Middle East, while Lance Crpl. Scott Stephens worked with the Iraqi military police.

Both Marines were able to come back and visit their family on the one day that it mattered the most for their mothers.

"It's the best Mother's Day I've ever had," said Sandra Smith.

"I just praise God he's home," Gloria Stephens said, tearfully.

Both men said they look forward to spending time with their families and relaxing.

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Ellie