This month's first: Tara leaves the girls with Trent for a few days. It was worth it for all of us.

In another first, our family stays healthy through an entire week-long conference. Trent hangs out with French teenagers.

The year begins with a few firsts. We probably still have a lot of firsts to look forward to.

2016 is in the books. We are thankful for all that God has done in our family this year!

God is moving in the hearts of our friends! Trent sleeps under a desk in the Netherlands for a weekend.

Tara designs a cup so that 5000 students might hear the Gospel. Some friends crash on our couch.

Trent puts out metaphorical fires and the girls see God at work in everyday life.

Lydia starts school. She is adapting faster than her parents.

Our family makes a trip within a trip as Trent's team works on a global project. The girls hang out with some large birds.

Tara finishes a huge project to help communicate the Gospel in France - even as she continues to learn the language.