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Beginnings -- June 20, 1998

Beginnings -- June 20, 1998

Our homes: Kentucky (1995-2003)

Our homes: Kentucky (1995-2003)

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Our homes: Minnesota (2003-2007)

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Our homes: Eglin AFB (2007-2010)

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The Farm: Tennessee (2015-The end)

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