>> i hoped but never expect today. it is a nice surprise . >> it was a surprise for me. something my sergeant did for me and i didn't know i was coming home until two weeks ago. yeah. just to be with my wife again. that puts it over the top. >> i love it when she kisses her on the cheek. she looked surprise. that was a big surprise for his mom. they have a 1-year-old daughter whom brian hasn't seen in 7 months. >> it was two months ago when super storm sandy caused destruction in long island and staten island and took lives there. one house was worship will be fully operational just in time for christmas. douglas kennedy has more. ♪ >> for years the oasis christian center is a gathering place for resident