would like to thank my loving wife Natasha, my niece Leah whose objective critique was invaluable, Alina and Dasha, two Kiwi imports who blessed our home and supported the release of this book, the staff of Mission Ukraine, Kira for her enthusiastic encouragement, Vernon for his suggestions, Cynthia and Francis for their faithful prayers, and Angela for her literary skills. Thanks also to my children and grandchildren who give me the freedom to live my dream for Christ on the opposite side of the world, my mother Jean for her love and generosity, and late father Horry who left a legacy of faith.
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