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Troy, Penny, Noah, Rowen

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Along life's way He has allowed us to share life with each other and loaned us two beautiful children, Noah and Rowen. We believe God's call on our life is to share the Gospel cross-culturally. We currently live in Verona Italy. In order to do what we do, as employees of Avant Ministries, we are responsible to find our own investors for our on-going ministry needs. We are at 89% of the pledged monthly support needed to keep us on the field. If you are interested in supporting or want more information, please contact us. troyt13@yahoo.com
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Noah's newest toy. He loves playing b-ball like a big boy.

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Father and Son


One of my favorite things to do is watch Troy and Noah play. Noah thinks his dad is the greatest thing ever. Whish you could see how Noah lights up and calls out , "Daddy!!!" when Troy comes home. Or how Noah asks for "daddy?" when we drive past the church or youth building.

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Dress Up

Mommy's shoes and Daddy's belt. Noah is ready for the day :)

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winter


Last Sunday we received a beautiful few inches ...a winter wonderland. It was all melted by the next day. Can't believe you don't miss this Mom & Dad.

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The boys



Troy was supposed to have a lock in last night ...it was cancelled due to weather in the city. Instead, he had a game night. Jeremiah and Isaiah came to hang at our house while their mom & dad helped out with the teens. Aren't they cute. Trust me ...most of the night was boys playing ball, not looking cute, snuggled on the couch. :) They were fun.

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Our Valentines

Troy and I had a belated valentines date. Noah went to a good friends house while we stayed home and cooked dinner together -serf & turf. A little dinner, dancing and dessert. I made a red velvet cake from scratch. heart shaped even! Troy liked it.

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I have the best ....



...husband!! I came home to sweet treats (caffeine free, diet Dr. Pepper & sugar free candy) and these hearts hung through out the house. This one says, "I'm glad you said yes!"

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Our little cherub




He loves to be "naked" and have snack :) Isn't that all cherubs though.

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play time -squeezing into a small space and sitting on a ball.

A little R&R for Naoh and Daddy

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We are working on using utinsels and plates. He really enjoys being a "big" boy!

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Anytime music comes on, Noah stops and pays attention -then usually starts dancing :)

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Noah and Daddy catch some R&R together after a hearty lunch

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Noah's week















Noah's newest trick is climbing. Kitchen chairs are now momma's enemy.










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I am now going to the doctor every two-wks. Doesn't seem possible to be at this point yet. Troy is busy as usual. He recently took teams to a dodgeball tourney ...and won 1st place. They even brought back a trophy :)