Meet our
Waiting Families

Favorite season and why?

"Caroline and I both love the fall. The way the air smells in the evening, sitting around a fire pit with friends, days at the local apple orchard or pumpkin patch. We love the colors of fall and the excitment felt of the upcoming holiday season where we decorate and celebrate and spend time with loved ones. We also love fall because our favorite "holiday" takes place... HALLOWEEN! Every year for Halloween, we host a big party for our friends and their families. Children of all ages attend and everyone must wear a costume! There are activities for children such as scavenger hunts, pumpkin decorating, and a pinata! Our friends tell us every year how their children look forward to this party. Caroline and I spend weeks planning a theme and decorating, as well as coming up with new activities for the guests. This is by far our favorite party of the year." - Jacquelyn

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

"We have a 2 year old daughter, and whenever we ask her about a sibling her response is always "Want baby!"" - Steven

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

"RV - I'd love to roam and visit more national parks!" - Meghan

My neighborhood is a good place to raise a family because…

"We live on a small farm with lots of animals to love." - Audrey

When we argue, what’s it about?

"How to use a laundry basket. I think the clothes go inside, while he argues that they belong in a pile on the floor next to the basket." - Becca

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

"A sailboat! One of my favorite books is by a young man who sailed around the world in a small boat, taking time to visit people and places all along the shores of our immense world. He started this journey out alone, but by the end he had found his soulmate and many new friends. I'd want to be able to connect to people around the world." - Monique

Do you consider yourself religious or spiritual?

"Yes, i consider myself religious and it's important to me and our family" - Lorena Jiménez

My philosophy on parenting is...

"that babies come into the world with their needs, wants, and goals mainly formed. It's the parent's job to meet the needs and wants of the baby and help them grow into the child they want to be while helping them achieve their goals along the way. I believe open, honest discussions with baby/child lead to a happy and healthy relationship." - Sean Scott

My neighborhood is a good place to raise a family because…

"There are a number of parks and playgrounds within a few minutes of our house that host events for kids of all ages. There’s a youth athletic league with sports fields nearby, and we even have a sprayground! Lots of the cafes and restaurants are well suited for families too!" - Bob