Lilly Pederson, a dedicated member of the Air Force, had been serving her country away from home for the past five months. However, she couldn't miss the opportunity to surprise her younger sister, Lexie, on her momentous day. Lexie, a 17-year-old student at Grain Valley High School in Missouri, was beaming with joy as she walked across the stage during her graduation ceremony on May 22.

Little did Lexie know that her older sister, Lilly, had secretly arranged her leave to coincide with the graduation. As the ceremony reached its peak, amidst the applause and cheers, a familiar face emerged from the crowd—Lilly, dressed in her military uniform. Lexie's eyes widened with disbelief and joy as she rushed to embrace her sister, smiles and joy beaming from their faces.

I surprised my little sister at her high school graduation. I’m in the military.

Lexie 17 grain valley high school. Air Force. 5 months