Dear Expectant Parents,

Thank you so much for looking at our profile. We are so grateful that you wish to learn more about our life and family. We wish you peace as you make your decision. Our hope is that our profile shows you how much love we have to offer your child, and that we will be committed to providing your little one with support and opportunities that make his or her life full and happy. Thank you so much for your consideration.

Us: We are Andrew and Sarah. Our story began 11 years ago when we met in college. We were introduced to each other at a get together, and our mutual friend convinced us to dance with each other. We were both nervous but had a blast dancing together! After many dates, belly laughs, and long talks on the phone, we knew we were in love.
Little did we know during that first dance, that six years later we would be dancing at our wedding. We are so thankful that we found each other and that we will be dancing partners for the rest of our lives.

Our Family: Our family is very important to us! We cherish family time and we are happy to say that every member of our family is supportive of our decision to adopt. Sarah’s parents live near the beach, only a short plane ride away, so there will be trips to see Nana and Gramps (as our niece calls them). Gramps (Sarah’s Dad) is a big kid and Nana (Sarah’s Mom) is so kind and nurturing. We can’t wait to see them interact with their new grandbaby!

Andrew’s family lives five minutes away from our home and they are so excited to spoil a grandbaby. Betty Jo is already preparing her house for play time, and she can’t wait to babysit. Chuck is so fun, always has a smile on his face, and is no doubt going to be a great grandpa. Our family will welcome your baby and will love him or her unconditionally.
We also have siblings who are ecstatic to become an aunt and uncle. Nora, our niece, is going to love having a cousin to play with at family events!

Hobbies: As a couple we love to cook, grill out in our backyard, walk our dogs, and watch silly comedy shows on Netflix or Hulu. You can also find us on the golf course: Andrew golfs, and Sarah likes riding along and enjoying the beauty of the course.
Andrew also spends time playing video games and reading. Sarah paints, draws, loves taking Zumba classes, and started sewing and making quilts. She recently enjoyed making a little baby quilt. We love the ocean, vacationing, and visiting family. Put us on a beach and we are happy campers!

Our holidays are spent with friends and family and we are looking forward to the added joy of a child’s wonder, excitement, and laughter to all our holidays in the future! We have so many fun holiday traditions, one is picking and cutting down our own Christmas tree. These fun traditions will be even more fun and exciting with a little one!

Thank You: Thank you for taking the time to get to know us better! If we are chosen as adoptive parents, we will guide your child with love and support. We are committed to giving your child opportunities, a great education, and a loving home. We know that you will always hold a special place in your child’s heart, and we want to honor that. Please know that if you would like, we are happy to share letters, updates, and photos of your child throughout the years. You will be in our thoughts throughout your journey and we hope you feel the love we are sending you. We know how much you love your baby and we respect you and your courage.

With Gratitude and Respect,
Andrew and Sarah

Dear Birth Parents,

I want to start by thanking you for taking the time to learn about me but, even more, for the courage and strength that has led you to explore adoption. I look forward to getting to know you and hearing about your hopes for your child’s future. I am excited to begin this process together. Please know that you will always have a special place in our hearts and lives. Adoption has always been my plan, ever since I was a child myself. It has always felt right to me and I am wholeheartedly ready to begin this journey.

One of the most important things to know about me is that I come from a close family that values togetherness and humor. My sister and I have grown to have an even stronger bond as adults. I have two young nieces and a baby nephew, who are my fa-vorite people in the entire world. I love taking Emmie and Harper on new adventures or spending time bonding with Lincoln. They cannot wait to have a new cousin!

In addition, I was extremely close to my mother. She taught me what it means to be a great mom: she was always there for us and we could tell her anything. Quite simply, Mom was home. She passed away four years ago, but I know how lucky I was—and still am—to have had her for a mother. I am also fortunate to have my dad and a supportive extended family. Dad lives nearby and is already a wonderful grandfather to my nieces and nephew. My friends are also a big part of my life, and many of them are already parents.

As for how I spend my days, I have the best job in the world: I’m a teacher. I teach sev-enth grade English and spend all day reading, writing, and working with kids! What could be better? They truly make me laugh on a daily basis and, more often than not, I make them laugh, too.

A huge benefit to teaching is that also provides the perfect schedule for a parent: I will be at work while my child is in school. In the beginning, I plan to take time off to bond with the baby. I am grateful to be able to take that time and to have a job that will me to spend a great deal of time with a child. I have a short 10 minute commute and own a home in an excellent school district, just 30 minutes outside of New York City. Here, I have the best of both worlds: a friendly, quiet town with great schools and a short drive away from the best city in the world.

In my free time, I love going into the city to see what new events, festivals, or exhibits have popped up. Most of all, I love going to see Broadway shows! Theater has always been a passion of mine, ever since my grandmother took me to see my first show when I was six. When staying close to home, I enjoy reading, seeing a good movie or discov-ering a new show on Netflix, and spending time with my friends. You know that friend who is always recommending a new show or movie? Well, that is definitely me. I also have a knack for trivia and have game nights with friends (I confess that can get a bit competitive with the trivia).

Recently, I’ve discovered a love for travel. Over the past two years, I have visited Eng-land, Scotland, and France. I look forward to adding stamps to my passport and seeing more of my own country. I’d love to share these kinds of adventures with a child some-day. First stop: Disney World! Later on, the sky is the limit.

Being a mother is a choice I made long ago and I have never wanted anything more. I promise that I will always put your child first and raise him or her to be caring, strong, and confident. He or she will always feel secure and loved. This child will learn to chase dreams and know that it is okay to take risks because I will be there to cheer him or her on and there when he or she falls. To me, that’s what a parent is all about: being there and helping your child discover who he or she will become.

Very Sincerely,
Stephanie