Lily waved to her Daddy at the door. 'I'll miss you!' she said.

Daddy hugged Lily tight. 'I'll be back very soon,' he promised.

Lily's eyes were sad, but she nodded. 'Okay, Daddy. Be safe!'

At home, Lily and Mommy marked a calendar. Only three sleeps until Daddy's home!

The next day, Lily made a drawing for Daddy’s return. It was a big, red plane.

Mommy told Lily stories about Daddy's work. She felt proud.

Thursday night, Lily looked at the stars. 'I hope Daddy sees these too,' she whispered.

Friday came. Lily helped Mommy bake cookies for Daddy’s return.

That night, Lily felt happy. 'Tomorrow, Daddy will be home!'

Saturday morning, Lily and Mommy went to the airport. Lily held her drawing up high.

Finally, Daddy came through the gate. Lily ran to him. 'Daddy, Daddy!'

Daddy scooped Lily into his arms. 'I missed you so much!' he said with a smile.