(our latest steps): Moving West!

January 11, 2017

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What’s a more exciting way to start the new year than to
have a beautiful Colorado snow storm
and then head out on the road for the West Coast?!

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The team braved all-time temperature lows as they
departed on Friday for their second leg of tour.

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The kids bundled up for the bus ride through
the majestic Rocky Mountains.

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The HLF caravan traveling through tunnels
in the mountains.

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First stop! The beautiful Basalt, Colorado!

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The team had a fun outing at the rec center swimming!

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And rock climbing!

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Go Dagim, go!

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You can’t stay in the beautiful mountain town of
Basalt, with out going sledding!

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Feli taking Auntie April on a ride down the hill!

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Our international staff is getting used to the cold
weather here in the states.

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Ethiopian Tea with the aunties.

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And an Ethiopian feast!

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Working on scripture memorization and school work!
The kids actually enjoy getting back into the rhythm
and routines of on-the-road life.

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What a beautiful winter wonderland!

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Feli taking the girls on a ride in a pretty cool ride!

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Yodit painting with her host home!

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And always the best way to kick off getting back on the
road… praising our Lord Jesus in song
and advocating for the lost in concert.

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Please continue to keep us in your prayers as we
continue our journey westward towards California!