We are beyond grateful for the connection and curiosity that led you to our profile. Our hearts are with you as you navigate this journey. What love, thoughtfulness, care, courage, and compassion you have for yourself and the little one you carry.

Words cannot truly convey the feelings that arise when thinking about the decision you are exploring, but we surround you with love as we know that with confident understanding comes grief, and we acknowledge you for that.

Our journey to this point has been full of complicated emotions, but one thing that has been constant is our desire to bring a child into our family. For the past ten years, we have tried all remedies and procedures that professionals in the field have suggested. After a miscarriage at ten weeks, two years ago, our journey has led us to adoption.

Thank you in advance for opening and reading about us. We look forward to learning more about you too!

It all began in 2008 when I was invited to watch a friend’s band play at a local venue. My friend introduced me to a guy he thought would be my “perfect match.” As we were talking, I was distracted by the bass guitar player setting up on stage. His look and vibe had me hooked. I excused myself from the blind date and asked my friend, “Who is that? I need to meet him.” We met later that evening, and Patrick offered me a hug as he thanked me for coming, and the butterflies fluttered. We kept bumping into each other around town and got lost in conversation for hours. He was the most interesting person I had ever met, and I did not want to be without him. — Anna

Shortly after meeting Anna, I knew she was different. Our conversations and interactions were so personal and interesting; I had to get to know more about her. We spent hours chatting about anything and everything. She was scheduled to go on a trip to Italy for a photography class she was taking, and she jokingly mentioned: “I may just stay once I get there!” In that moment, the thought of her being out of my life made me realize how much I had fallen for her. Luckily for me, she did come home, and we have spent almost every day together since. — Pat

Our Wedding

In July 2013, we made a lifetime promise to each other – to love as deeply as possible, to laugh as often as we can stand, and to always come back to one another no matter the circumstance.

We had a simple, joyful courthouse wedding, just the two of us and our immediate families. We had a couple of celebrations to follow – one for our family during the day, and one that evening with our close friends, and we danced the night away!

As the oldest of six kids, nurturing has always been woven into who I am.

I became an elementary teacher because I believe that every child on this planet deserves to be seen, heard, and celebrated.

I love music, spontaneous adventures, theme days at school, and making people feel at home no matter where they are or where life has taken them. I can’t wait to bring that same spirit into parenting.

My Favs:

• Dolly Parton
• Cheetos
• Sunglasses
• Music (all but particularly 80’s country and emo music)
• Movies
• Dancing
• Swimming
• Spontaneous YES adventures.

I have always followed the beat of my own drum.

Throughout most of my adult life, I toured the country as a musician, and more recently, I design and build furniture for homes and businesses in my community.

My favorite things:

• Music. I love everything from new R&B to oldies
• Golf…I know, weird, right? I love being outside playing a game that I can continually improve.
• Road trips
• Watching baseball
• Woodworking.

We promise to love them unconditionally, for all of our days. We promise to do our best to see them, hear them, and believe in them. We promise to apologize when we make mistakes, and to model what reciprocal love and healthy relationships look like.

They will always feel safe, valued, and encouraged to be exactly who they are. We will speak of you with the deepest respect and honesty. This child will grow up knowing how deeply loved they have always been, from the very beginning. They will know the immense strength and selflessness that guided your decision, and they will grow up proud of where they came from.

We will walk beside them through life, helping them discover who they are and cheering them on through every challenge and every moment of joy.

More than anything, we want you to know that we will always carry gratitude for you in our hearts. This child will grow up surrounded by love, yours and ours, and we will make sure they know the beautiful strength and hope that brought them into the world and into our lives.