["My husband is coming home after a year abroad in the Army. I'm about to burst I'm so happy!", "You must really miss him! So glad you'll finally be reunited with him.", "I did...immensely.  Its the hardest thing I've ever endured with him leaving, especially because I have to young kids.  We're going to have a huge party!"]
Oh you have kids, too? They're going to be so happy!
My husband is coming home after a year abroad in the Army.  I'm about to burst I'm so happy!