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My beautiful 18 year old is named Avalon! I chose it after a song by Roxy Music called "Avalon". My Avalon is peaceful, easygoing , caring and loving. She is an introspective young woman who thinks carefully before making a decision. She is currently a missionary about to embark on a trip to India for 2 months! Her little sisters are Peycien (5) and Faith Star (4). She will be a big sister again in May 2010!

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Ava
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Avie/Avy/Avi
Lonnie/Lonie
Lon
Avie Wavie

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The name Avalon means island of apples. It is deeply rooted in Arthurian Legend. Avalon is said to be the resting place of the ficticious king, King Arthur.
It also means "island of paradise"
apple is derived fron "afal" which is Welsh for apple

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Avalon appears through out Arthurian Legend.
Avalon is also a song by Roxy Music.