Meet our
Waiting Families

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

Favorite season and why?

"The summer because it is so beautiful in the PNW. The mid 70s temps and all of the outdoor events are amazing." - Valeria

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

"a creative outlet!" - Meghan

When we argue, what’s it about?

"Which is better, dogs or cats." - Michael

I would never...

"Eat bugs. Never ever." - Becca

What scares you?

"Even more than my distaste for snakes, I am afraid of doing too little to improve my community. Many organizations like Boy Scouts stress that you should leave a campsite better than you found it. I would be horrified if I did not give my community the same respect." - Alex

My philosophy on parenting is...

"Positive discipline, I've been studying it since 2013 and sharing it with families and I really love how guides children with love and empathy and at the same time it allow emotional conection with parents. I've seen and guide families to enjoy their parenthood and I would love that to my own family" - Lorena Jiménez

I hope our child’s birth mother is…

"open to engaging with our family." - Sean Scott

Favorite season and why?

"Summer! Though I love the crisp weather and beautiful colors of the fall, being married to a teacher makes summer especially special. I love that Bob is around more and that we are able to spend a lot of quality time at the shore with both of our families." - Sam