Jeffrey

& Paul

Home Study

Home study approvedApproved
Photograph of adoptive Family

Jeffrey

Creative

Gender:

Male

Status:

Home study has been approved

State:

Washington

Religion:

Christianity

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree

Profession:

Entrepreneur/Real Estate Broker

Political Affiliation:

Lean Left

Paul

Neighbor

Gender:

Male

Status:

Home study has been approved

State:

Washington

Religion:

Spiritual

Education:

Ph.D. or higher

Profession:

Scientist

Political Affiliation:

Lean Left

Dear Parents, We realize you are facing one of the most difficult decisions in your life right now. Your gift of fatherhood will bring us a lifetime of immeasurable joy. Although we are strangers now, we will forever be bonded by the love that we all share for this precious child. We will always honor your selflessness. Here are some facts about us... We met 10 years ago and have been inseperable ever since. We live in Seattle in a beautiful home and are walking distance to Lake Washington. We live near lots of nice parks, good schools, and great access to outdoor activities in the Pacific Northwest. Our home is a warm and nurturing space. We strive to be good, thoughtful, creative and balanced people. We are optimists. We are motivated. We love science, cooking, music and business. We like to laugh and learn new things. We value friends and family and we always have food for a last minute guest in our home. We love dogs. Currently we have a very nice mini poodle, Rocky. Rocky is from Korea! We have always wanted to be Dads! With love and gratitude,

Jeffrey & Paul

Paul, Jeff, and Rocky having a great Sunday on the porch of our home.

Paul, Jeff, and Rocky having a great Sunday on the porch of our home.

Us enjoying a sunset on the beach while vacationing in Hawaii.

Us enjoying a sunset on the beach while vacationing in Hawaii.

Jeff enjoys playing the sax and studying jazz. This picture was taken during his final exam for Jazz Night School. Sounding great Jeff!

Jeff enjoys playing the sax and studying jazz. This picture was taken during his final exam for Jazz Night School. Sounding great Jeff!

My best friend would describe me as...

Loyal and caring. Funny. A postitive influence.

-Jeffrey

My philosophy on parenting is...

every child is different, so we will have to be flexible and responsive to their personality and individual needs.

-Paul

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you look at the night sky?

There is so much that we don't know in the universe.

-Paul

If I could have dinner with anyone—dead or alive—I would pick...

Probably one more dinner with my Grandmother.

-Jeffrey

Paul and Rocky on Orcas Island, WA, one of our favorite places to visit.

Paul and Rocky on Orcas Island, WA, one of our favorite places to visit.

Sometimes a hug is all we need. Having fun on the shores of Lake Washington.

Sometimes a hug is all we need. Having fun on the shores of Lake Washington.

Favorite season and why?

Fall because of the weather, colors, and holidays.

-Paul

If I could change one thing about the World, it would be...

a better or more even distribution of resources, access to education, and wealth.

-Paul

I would never...

Go sky diving, get in a shark cage, or go bungee jumping !! I don't like to take needless risks !!!

-Jeffrey

Do I have kids? How do they feel about a sibling?

We currently do not have any children, but are hoping to have two.

-Paul

What is the best word to describe our family?

Loving.

-Jeffrey

Three years from now, I hope our child’s birth mom is…

confident and happy. living her best life.

-Jeffrey

Dogs or cats?

Dogs, but we also like cats but unfortunately are allergic.

-Paul

A recent picture of Paul taken by Jeff, who is a talented photographer!

A recent picture of Paul taken by Jeff, who is a talented photographer!

Here we are celebrating Jeff's brother's wedding in Philadelphia !  It was a great night and a great few days spending time with our newest family members.

Here we are celebrating Jeff's brother's wedding in Philadelphia ! It was a great night and a great few days spending time with our newest family members.

We enjoy baking and cooking and were lucky to use a wood-fired pizza oven while vacationing on Lummi Island, WA.

We enjoy baking and cooking and were lucky to use a wood-fired pizza oven while vacationing on Lummi Island, WA.

Three years from now, I hope our child’s birth mom is…

happy and at peace with her very difficult decision.

-Paul

My philosophy on parenting is...

To provide a loving home and to expose our kids to as much as possible.

-Jeffrey

If I could have dinner with anyone—dead or alive—I would pick...

My grandparents. They passed when I was young and I didn't get to spend much time with them or know them very well.

-Paul

My favorite place in the World is...

at the dinner table sharing a meal with family and friends.

-Paul

Fun times exploring Sedona, AZ with our niece and nephews.

Fun times exploring Sedona, AZ with our niece and nephews.

We are the best choice because…

we will expose our child to science, art, business, law, math, culture (s), languages and music. We believe in the limitlessness of human potential. We will instill strong morals and good values in our child. We value happiness and humour and strive to find the beauty in everyday.

-Jeffrey

What scares you?

Unchecked power.

-Paul

My favorite place in the World is...

Home.

-Jeffrey

Do you consider yourself religious or spiritual?

Yes, I believe that we are all somehow connected to each other, the past, and the future.

-Paul

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you look at the night sky?

i love looking at stars. The best stars I have ever seen were in Africa.

-Jeffrey

Do you consider yourself religious or spiritual?

I am very spiritual and will expose my kids to spirituality and likely to various types of religions. I was baptized Catholic. I went to a Quaker high school in Pennsylvania. I have studied Hinduism and Buddhism. I am in the process of learning more about the Jesuits. I find religious studies interesting and enriching.

-Jeffrey

Dogs or cats?

Dogs. We have a small poodle named Rocky who we think our child will love !

-Jeffrey

If I could change one thing about the World, it would be...

Lying and war would not be allowed.

-Jeffrey

My best friend would describe me as...

reserved, observant, funny, and compassionate.

-Paul

Complete the sentence, “I can’t live without……”

the support of family and friends.

-Paul

If I could choose one type of food to eat for the rest of my life, it would be:

carbs?

-Paul

Favorite season and why?

Summer because of sunshine, swimming, and fresh produce.

-Jeffrey

What scares you?

war and senseless killing.

-Jeffrey

If I could choose one type of food to eat for the rest of my life, it would be:

Fruit.

-Jeffrey

I would never...

make a difficult decision without a lot of reflection and considering the opinion of others.

-Paul

Complete the sentence, “I can’t live without……”

Trying to help others when they are in need.

-Jeffrey

What is the best word to describe our family?

Home

-Paul