It had been over two long years since Danica's wife had the chance to spend Christmas with her. Two years of missed holidays, lonely evenings, and longing phone calls. Christmas had always been a special time for her—her favorite holiday, filled with warmth, love, and cherished memories. Yet, without Danica by her side, the season had felt incomplete, its magic dimmed by her absence. She often found herself staring at old photos of them together, reminiscing about their past Christmases, wondering when they would finally have that joy again.

Danica, serving in the military, had also been counting the days until she could come home. When the news finally reached her—a notification that her release had been expedited—Danica could barely contain her excitement. Her hands trembled as she held the official letter, and for the first time in months, she felt truly hopeful. Knowing how much Christmas meant to her wife, Danica resolved to make this holiday unforgettable.

The week leading up to her return was a blur of anticipation and preparation. Each passing day was a reminder of how close she was to finally holding her wife in her arms again. The thought of her wife's bright smile as they reunited filled Danica with warmth and determination. On the day of her release, Danica wasted no time. She packed her bags with precision, her heart pounding with every step as she left the base for the last time.