No matter what you do, it will be a happy homecoming.

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Your beloved soldier is coming home and you and your family could not be any happier. What better way to celebrate than with a themed homecoming party?

Keep in mind, though, that re-entry under any circumstances is pretty jarring, and even more so when you've been living across the ocean in a war zone. You may want to scale down the festivities to suit your loved one's personality, or at least wait a week or two so he can get back into the swing of things before being surrounded by the entire neighborhood.

Once you're ready, here are five theme ideas for a homecoming party to honor your loved one.