Elliot
Caregiver
Gender:
Male
Status:
State:
Washington
Religion:
None
Education:
Some College
Profession:
Certified Medical Assistant
Political Affiliation:
Lean Liberal
Ian
Gender:
Male
Status:
State:
Washington
Religion:
None
Education:
Some College
Profession:
AST Lead, Armored courier
Political Affiliation:
Lean Liberal
We understand that this is an incredibly important decision, and we want to express our utmost appreciation for considering us as potential parents. Our names are Elliot and Ian, and we have long dreamed of expanding our family through adoption. We want you to know that we have the utmost respect for your journey and the love you have for your child. We are committed to providing a loving, stable, and nurturing home where your child will be cherished and supported in every possible way. We believe in the importance of love, education, and creating a safe environment where children can thrive. Our family values include honesty, kindness, safety, and education. We are dedicated to ensuring that your child will have every opportunity to grow, learn, and pursue their passions. We want to honor your role in your child's life and are open to discussing the level of contact and involvement you feel comfortable with. We are committed to maintaining a connection that respects your wishes and supports your child's well-being. Thank you for considering us as potential parents for your child. We understand the gravity of this decision and are here to answer any questions you may have.
Elliot & Ian
Lunch on our 8 year anniversary.
What scares you?
Spiders! They are the worst. On a more serious level, anything happening to my family that I have no control over.
-Elliot
My favorite place in the World is...
The PNW nothing beats the beauty of our natural environment.
-Ian
My neighborhood is a good place to raise a family because…
It is quiet, safe and local with spacious yards.
-Elliot
My philosophy on parenting is...
Give them the tools thye need to succeed but let them build their own path, while prioritizing safety above all else.
-Ian
Wild birds wanted our snacks after hiking a mountain.
2022
If I could have dinner with anyone—dead or alive—I would pick...
Robin Williams. He seemed like such a kind soul. Witty and wise!
-Elliot
If I could have dinner with anyone—dead or alive—I would pick...
Steve Irwin, hands down
-Ian
Do you consider yourself religious or spiritual?
I do not have a religion, though I do believe everything happens for a reason.
-Elliot
What is the best word to describe our family?
Spirited
-Ian
Favorite season and why?
Winter. The smells are the best and homes are always cozy. The snow makes me feel like I'm in a new world every time.
-Ian
My favorite YouTube video is: (paste the full link)
https://youtu.be/Kg6aD8EGcKw?si=pJWtJh_35j3Dkphu
-Elliot
Complete the sentence, “I can’t live without……”
Fuzzy blankets and smelly candles. Even more so, my son and husband.
-Elliot
One of our favorite past times
If theres any chance we get a date night, wine tasting is the way we go. (We may be in it just for the cheese)
Car ride hope from adopting this stinky old lady! Lucy was a great addition to our family.
When we argue, what’s it about?
Me not hearing the question after 3 attempts
-Ian
If I could choose one type of food to eat for the rest of my life, it would be:
Seafood, it's not even a contest.
-Ian
Complete the sentence, “I can’t live without……”
My family(I wasn't kidding about the fear)
-Ian
My best friend would describe me as...
Funny, loud, energetic, respectful and kind hearted.
-Ian
I was able to drag Ian onto the dance floor at a friends wedding. Don't let him fool you, he had fun.
The kiss that sealed the deal!
My best friend would describe me as...
Funny and kind. Or just funny looking.
-Elliot
In five years our relationship with our child’s birth mother will…
Be whatever the birth mother prefers. We are open to it all.
-Elliot
I would never...
leave others to fail.
-Elliot
If you had to live on an RV or sailboat for the rest of your life, which would it be?
RV, roadtrips are awesome. It can keep you warm and there's no chance of drowning.
-Ian
We are the best choice because…
We will do anything to give any child we are respnsible for the best life we can, even if it costs us our own well being.
-Ian
When we argue, what’s it about?
Usually about what to have for dinner. Or Ian's lack of hearing.
-Elliot
I would never...
teach my child using the "sink or swim" method.
-Ian
Nothing like walking the beach, finding crabs and starfish.
Favorite season and why?
Fall. The scents, spirit and crisp air. It is soul cleansing.
-Elliot
If you had to live on an RV or sailboat for the rest of your life, which would it be?
RV! Deep waters are scary! You could travel to the most beautiful places.
-Elliot
The most special thing I own is...
The life I have built for myself and my family.
-Elliot
If I could choose one type of food to eat for the rest of my life, it would be:
Hands down any type of pasta! The mixture of noodles and sauce? Perfection.
-Elliot
If you had to pick a famous person to play you in a movie, who would it be?
Daniel Radcliffe
-Ian
If I could change one thing about the World, it would be...
Discrimination. Ther's no reason humans shouldn't be able to coexist with other humans.
-Ian
What is the best word to describe our family?
Adventorus!
-Elliot
What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you look at the night sky?
Peace. When everything is still, it feels like all will be okay.
-Elliot
Do you consider yourself religious or spiritual?
Absolutely not
-Ian
My neighborhood is a good place to raise a family because…
Spacious and friendly. Not a high traffic area. Neighbors look out for eachothers well being.
-Ian
Three years from now, I hope our child’s birth mom is…
Happy and healthy.
-Elliot
Dogs or cats?
Both are amazing, i refuse to choose.
-Ian
If I could change one thing about the World, it would be...
How we all treat each other.
-Elliot
The most special thing I own is...
My wedding ring or a necklace of ashes from a family pet
-Ian
What scares you?
Losing my family
-Ian
Dogs or cats?
Crooked question! they both have their advantages and disadvantages.
-Elliot
What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you look at the night sky?
How unbelieveable it is that im alive at the right time in this planets existance to enjoy being able to look up and enjoy the night sky.
-Ian
My philosophy on parenting is...
We are humans raising humans. We need to raise the kind of people we want changing the world someday. To fill it with loving, caring, passionate people.
-Elliot
I hope our child’s birth mother is…
Happy and healthy.
-Elliot
My favorite Instagram account is:
i don't have one. My husband proably
-Ian
My favorite place in the World is...
In the Olympic National Forrest with my family.
-Elliot
My favorite website is (...not your Facebook page :)):
Spotify. A world of music, books and podcasts in my pocket wherever I go!
-Elliot
If you had to pick a famous person to play you in a movie, who would it be?
Nick Jonas or Elijah Wood.
-Elliot
We are the best choice because…
I know it is sterotypical, but we just have so much love to give. There isn't a day that goes by I don't think of what it would be like with another little one running around or exploring with us.
-Elliot
Do I have kids? How do they feel about a sibling?
Ian and I have a 5 year old son. We have been keeping this process a secret from him to avoid dissapointing him. But he has asked us for a sibling for 2 years now!
-Elliot
Do I have kids? How do they feel about a sibling?
Yes. He wants a sibling more than anything
-Ian
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