A year of love cut short.

An army officer and his wife share a tender moment in the kitchen before he leaves for a year-long deployment. He promises to show extra love to her plants while he's away, which lightens the mood.

The officer starts a playful countdown by associating each month with a gesture of affection towards the plants. As they engage in this sweet exchange, their 10-year-old son, Michael, appears unnoticed in the room.

Surprised by Michael's sudden presence, the wife expresses astonishment, to which Michael casually responds with the approximate time of his arrival. The family moment captures a blend of love, humor, and the bittersweet reality of separation during deployment.

Through their interaction, the officer and his wife navigate the emotional challenges of separation with humor and affection, involving their son in the poignant moment.