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respectful (adj. 1. To feel or show esteem for; to honor. Synonyms include: reverent, regard, admire.) That's how we feel about you. You're looking for a loving home for your baby, and we're looking to open our home to a child. We know you have a special gift to give: the gift of new life. Like you, we have a gift to give, too. We have a huge open place in our hearts in the shape of a child. We have the greatest respect for you and the consideration you are giving toward adoption. As you read more about us, we hope our admiration for you helps you feel confident in your decision to consider allowing us to welcome the child you are carrying into our family. adopt (verb 1. To take into one's family through legal means and raise as one's own child. Synonyms include: embrace, to take to oneself, to give a home to.) We have always viewed being parents as the next big journey in our lives and adoption as the means by which we would build our family. We decided to pursue a domestic open adoption because we want our child to know, and have a relationship with, the birth family. We are committed to helping your child understand how much care and loving consideration you gave in forming an adopting plan. We feel strongly that a child can never be encircled by too many people who love them. We see open adoption as allowing a child to have more heritage, more tradition, and more relationships than other kids. We believe the birth family is vital in the completion of an adopted child's family circle, and we are committed to building a life-long connection with you. We welcome your role in our lives and see your presence as complementary rather than competitive.
We value diversity, honesty, and respect for other people and their life experiences — there is room at our table for everyone and we will never judge you or your decision to consider an adoption plan. After more than 15 years together, we know we have some advantages over more traditional couples, namely a more equal partnership, a flexible concept of family, and the opportunity for greater sharing of parenting responsibilities. Because of our unique family dynamic, we feel we would be better-suited to parenting a girl. devoted (verb 1. To give entirely to a particular activity, pursuit, cause, or person. Synonyms include dedicate, attend, pledge.) This is an important word in our lives. We are devoted to each other and the relationship we have built together since first meeting in college. We are devoted to our families and especially our 13 nephews and nieces. Rarely a day goes by that we don't have some contact with our families. We are devoted to the wide circle of friends who bless our lives with laughter and dinner parties and fun. We are devoted to continuously learning new things through our profound love of reading. We have already filled up a bookshelf with children's books and can't wait to snuggle with a child each night before bed and read stories together. As parents, we are devoted to helping children grow up happy, healthy, and loved. To help us achieve this goal, Amy is currently managing the household and is excited to become a stay-at-home mom so she can devote herself to providing a stable home and consistent guidance, as well as fun and frolicking adventures. Dawn's management position as Vice President provides the financial security we need to achieve this dream while still providing the best possible opportunities for a child.
We can't wait to venture to faraway places together to visit national parks, zoos, and state fairs. We travel to Arizona each winter to see Dawn's parents and thaw out a bit in the desert warmth. But mostly, since we are best friends, we always manage to have fun and make each other laugh, no matter what we are doing. We can't wait to welcome a child to share in our mirth. home (noun 1. an environment or haven of shelter, of happiness and love. Synonyms include: dwelling, refuge, abode.) We love our two-story home on St. Paul's West Side, where we've lived for over 13 years. Amy loves to cook and our home is often filled with the smells of great things brewing in the kitchen. We have a big front porch where we enjoy sitting in the morning sun reading the newspaper or sharing a meal at the end of the day. We share our home with two yellow cats. Amy has lived in St. Paul her entire life and her parents and four of her siblings and their families also live in St. Paul, which leads to lots of impromptu family gatherings and backyard barbeques. Your child will have lots of opportunities for adventures with her cousins and will bask in the frequent attention of Grandma, "Poppie," aunties, and uncles, who wait with open arms to welcome her. introduce (verb 1. To make acquainted. Synonyms include: begin, initiate, introduce.) We know we can provide a loving home for a child, and if you think our home is the right one for your child, we'd be honored to speak with you. We would love to share more of who we are and find out what your dreams are for your child. We know this is a difficult time in your life, but we believe it can be a positive one as well. We hope we give you confidence that your child will be welcomed with open hearts into our loving family. We can begin the journey together. Feel free to contact us at: • 1-877-865-7470 • We wish you the very best,
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