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THE FAMILY

Andrew - born 12/12/91

Andrew was adopted at birth by sister Julie. Like his sister Holly he was originally thought to be HIV+ but thankfully is not. Andrew is all boy - strong and athletic yet gentle and kind. His present interests include soccer, biking, computers, and his friends. Andrew's a good student, especially in science and history. He is in 7th grade in a school in Santa Rosa. He has become a valued helper around the farm.

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Holly - born 3/10/90

Holly was adopted at birth by sister Marti and brother Toby. She initially tested HIV+ but more accurate tests showed that she is not infected. Holly is a ninth grade dynamo, always making plans, organizing everybody and proceeding full speed ahead! She has a flair for the dramatic and the creative. Holly loves to play her viola, is often involved in art projects, and has a special interest in photography. Holly is a very compassionate person and is concerned with marginalized people. She has participated in international gatherings of young people for peace.

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Christina "Tina", May 16, 1988 - April 9, 1991

Tina was adopted at birth by sister Julie. She was a joy and blessing from the first moment. Physically, nothing came easy for Tina but that didn't stop her from trying. She wanted to walk and gave it all she had with great good humor. After practicing her walking, singing a song, etc. she would clap her hands and say, "Yeah, Tina". Her radiant personality and loving spirit made her wise beyond her years. She died of AIDS just before her third birthday. Tina is greatly missed by many to this day.

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David - born 1/25/86

David was adopted at birth by brother Toby and sister Marti. He has wanted to be a violinist all his life. He worked hard on music at the Crowden School in Berkeley. Thanks to the sponsorship of Donald and Maureen Green, in September, 1999, David began studying at The Yehudi Menuhin School in England for exceptional young musicians from all over the world. It was here David developed a passion for soccer. In 2001 he soloed with the London Mozart Players. In the summer of 2002 he had a successful series of concerts in northern California. There is a CD available at Starcross of this program. He already has a following. Go to Gaye LeBaron's BRAVO FOR DAVID! following a recital in 1998.

David will continue his training at the New England Conservatory (Boston) with Donald Weilerstein in September 2004. David is a very clever, humorous, gentle, and popular person with a deep concern for peace among people and nations.

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