Meet our
Waiting Families

Favorite season and why?

"Summer, I love being outside and in the water." - Ashlyn

If you had to live on an RV or sailboat for the rest of your life, which would it be?

"I would choose an RV, I hope to continue to travel around the US and North America!" - Linsey

I hope our child’s birth mother is…

"Aware that she has a story, that this decision isn't looked at by the adoptive parents as an easy decision. That she is courageous, caring, and a wonderful person for choosing this path for their story." - Karla

If you had to live on an RV or sailboat for the rest of your life, which would it be?

"I have to go with an RV because for one I can get motion sickness really bad and second, I wouldn't say that I'm a big ocean fan. With an RV I can travel around to different places and be able to walk around more." - Calem

What is the best word to describe our family?

"Fun. We laugh a lot, no matter where we are or what we are doing -- as long as we're together. We take adventures, both locally in Washington state and traveling abroad." - Javier

If you had to live on an RV or sailboat for the rest of your life, which would it be?

"A sailboat, or any boat in general. My family grew up with a boat and being "on the water" is where I feel the most at peace. During the summer, we actually lived on our boat and "sailed" from one marina to the next in the New York and New England area where we were able to see many different towns and boating communities. The sea air is freeing and calming. From a young age, my parents have instilled the importance of boating and water safety. Swimming and boating lessons were a necessity if we were to be on the water as a family. Being on the water isn't just an activity, it is an experience and to this day, brings me so much excitement. I also love boating because I know that this is an activity that Jackie also loves, as her family has generations of fisherman. Although we do not have a boat now, we hope to carry on our families boating traditions. We still enjoy water activities such as kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, and just sitting at the beach, enjoying the sun and waves." - Caroline

My philosophy on parenting is...

"Lovingly encurage good decisions, while also allowing learning moments. Always being there for my kid, where they know they can depend on me no matter what." - Josh

My favorite place in the World is...

"The PNW nothing beats the beauty of our natural environment." - Ian

My best friend would describe me as...

"Caring, empathetic, supportive, fun, there to lift you when you need it most." - Emily