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Lesbian Soldier Gets Engaged On Holiday Leave (VIDEO)

Posted: 01/ 9/2012 4:05 pm

A lesbian U.S. soldier's holiday cheer turned to bliss when her partner surprised her at the airport with a Christmas-themed engagement -- all of which was captured on video.

The clip is yet another heartwarming reminder of the opportunities now available to LGBT military personnel since the repeal of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" in September.

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A lesbian U.S. soldier's holiday cheer turned to bliss when her partner surprised her at the airport with a Christmas-themed engagement -- all of which was captured on video. The clip is yet anoth...
A lesbian U.S. soldier's holiday cheer turned to bliss when her partner surprised her at the airport with a Christmas-themed engagement -- all of which was captured on video. The clip is yet anoth...
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11:31 AM on 04/01/2012
That soldier is freaking sexy!
04:46 PM on 03/04/2012
Damn, I love a womon in a uniform!! Wait, does that make me lesbian? They make a cute couple and lets hope they stay together until the end!! Congrats ladies!! I almost cried!

I do love seeing womyn in uniforms!!
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land2341
03:39 PM on 01/13/2012
May you have a long and happy life togther! Thank you both for your service.
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dgtrust
Castration of Democracy is NOT a Medical Procedure
10:39 AM on 01/10/2012
I am so proud of you, ladies, and wish you a long happy life together
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PortlandZoo
Wait... what?
10:32 AM on 01/10/2012
nice.
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majesticjkr
Always look on the bright side of life
10:27 AM on 01/10/2012
YUK
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dgtrust
Castration of Democracy is NOT a Medical Procedure
10:50 AM on 01/10/2012
is that your first or middle name?
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ohiotechie
Better dead than red...
08:50 AM on 01/10/2012
I hope they have a long happy life together.... welcome home soldier!
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IamYourDrillThrall
You can't be pro-war & pro-life.
05:02 AM on 01/10/2012
Aww...this made me cry.
04:40 AM on 01/10/2012
This was such a wonderful video an it made me cry...
Cry happy tears for the both of you...
You both are truly beautiful young lady...
Best wishes now and for forever...
^_^
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Mindy Czech
Cindy's wife for life.
01:50 AM on 01/10/2012
That's so awesome and sweet. I'm so happy for the both of them. ^_^
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Dael Sumner
Gogito Ergo Opine
10:22 PM on 01/09/2012
April, very happy for both of you and great big hugs to each! Love will conquer all.
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09:23 PM on 01/09/2012
This is my video! Hahaaha. I love how it's getting so much attention! Thank you ALL for the support!
01:00 AM on 01/10/2012
Congratulations! Very proud of both of you!
03:09 AM on 01/10/2012
Congrats!
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Bob Kellerman
Let's have more sanity toward each other
08:13 PM on 01/09/2012
Yes, dangerous to Society
to kiss while driving on the freeway

OTHERWISE, BEAUTIFUL -- AND NO ONE CAN SAY IT'S NOT THE SAME
AS "TRADITIONAL MARRIAGE" FOLKS GETTING ENGAGED
09:24 PM on 01/09/2012
She's too cute NOT to kiss while she is driving! (; Hahaha. We have yet to get in an accident. (;
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RainbowTeacher
09:58 PM on 01/09/2012
Please be careful - you want lots of kisses for a long long time! Congratulations - may you have a joy filled life together.
04:46 AM on 01/10/2012
Just be super careful sweetie...
While kissing an driving...
I want to see the wedding video posted too...
Happy years ahead of you both...
^_^
06:04 PM on 01/09/2012
I can't believe how much feedback this is getting! This is my video, and am in shock of how much attention it has gotten and positive feedback! Thank you all so much for the support.
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IamYourDrillThrall
You can't be pro-war & pro-life.
05:04 AM on 01/10/2012
You need fans! Let me be number one.
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PortlandZoo
Wait... what?
10:33 AM on 01/10/2012
add mine too.
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