Garot & Carrie – Wisconsin

Garot & Carrie – Wisconsin

Garot & Carrie – Wisconsin

Hello & Thank You,  


Although we haven't met yet, we have been praying for you. We can only begin to imagine the emotion of your situation, and hope that you feel loved and supported no matter where you are on this journey. We respect your strength and your selflessness for considering adoption. We understand that you want what is best for your precious baby, and we do too, whether with you, with us, or with another great family.


We are Carrie and Garot, from Wisconsin, and we are honored to be considered to raise your child. After initially meeting in college, we have been happily married for six years. We were blessed with a pregnancy, but at 23 weeks experienced a rare complication that led to the heartbreaking loss of our daughter and placed Carrie in the ICU for a month. Thankfully, she has fully recovered; however, future pregnancies would still carry the same risk. In 2023, we welcomed our daughter Gianna home through adoption. We look forward to her becoming a big sister in the future and to them being able to share their adoption stories with each other. 


We believe adoption is not about finding a child for a family, but more about finding a family for the child. You will always be a part of your child's family, and we will always respect the decisions you make for your child. We want to thank you for considering us to be part of your story and your child's story. We promise that you will be honored, cherished, and celebrated each day of your child's life.


In our home, your child will be loved unconditionally by us, our daughter, our dogs, our families, and our friends. We can't wait to read bedtime stories, visit the zoo, swing on the swings at the park by our home, attend their first recital or sporting event, bring them to their first day of school, and support them throughout all of their accomplishments. It is our goal that your child grows up happy, healthy, kind, and generous.


We have always dreamed of having a large family, and we are looking forward to continuing to grow our family through adoption. We want to thank you for considering us as adoptive parents for your child!


Sincerely,


Garot & Carrie

Hello & Thank You,  


Although we haven't met yet, we have been praying for you. We can only begin to imagine the emotion of your situation, and hope that you feel loved and supported no matter where you are on this journey. We respect your strength and your selflessness for considering adoption. We understand that you want what is best for your precious baby, and we do too, whether with you, with us, or with another great family.


We are Carrie and Garot, from Wisconsin, and we are honored to be considered to raise your child. After initially meeting in college, we have been happily married for six years. We were blessed with a pregnancy, but at 23 weeks experienced a rare complication that led to the heartbreaking loss of our daughter and placed Carrie in the ICU for a month. Thankfully, she has fully recovered; however, future pregnancies would still carry the same risk. In 2023, we welcomed our daughter Gianna home through adoption. We look forward to her becoming a big sister in the future and to them being able to share their adoption stories with each other.


We believe adoption is not about finding a child for a family, but more about finding a family for the child. You will always be a part of your child's family, and we will always respect the decisions you make for your child. We want to thank you for considering us to be part of your story and your child's story. We promise that you will be honored, cherished, and celebrated each day of your child's life.


In our home, your child will be loved unconditionally by us, our daughter, our dogs, our families, and our friends. We can't wait to read bedtime stories, visit the zoo, swing on the swings at the park by our home, attend their first recital or sporting event, bring them to their first day of school, and support them throughout all of their accomplishments. It is our goal that your child grows up happy, healthy, kind, and generous.


We have always dreamed of having a large family, and we are looking forward to continuing to grow our family through adoption. We want to thank you for considering us as adoptive parents for your child!


Sincerely,


Garot & Carrie

Meet Garot

Meet Dan

Dan is the most amazing person on the planet. He is everything that I ever wanted in a husband, and our son, Garrett, is so lucky to have him as a father. He is kind, patient, and hard-working. He loves to spend his free time playing with Garrett and teaching him new things. I am 

so proud of the parent he is; Dan was meant to be a father. 

Meet Garot

Garot wakes up every day with the mindset that today is going to be a great day. His positivity is contagious. He will find the good in every person or in any situation. He is quick to start up a conversation with a stranger, and within a few minutes, they are talking like good friends. He is generous with his time and his talents to help others and our community, but wants no recognition.


As a Dada, Garot is gentle, nurturing, and playful! He can always get the best belly laugh out of Gianna! He is so hands-on with his approach to parenting and is quick to participate in any activities that Gianna wants to try (music class, swim lessons, trips to the farm with baby animals); he is right there helping her learn and grow. He is our biggest support and the strength of our family. 

Occupation 

Transportation


Education

Bachelor's Degree


Hobby

CrossFit / Working out


Favorite Family Activity

Tailgating & Packer games


Favorite Food

BBQ ribs


Favorite Movie

Gladiator

 

Favorite Place to Travel

Up north on a lake

Garot wakes up every day with the mindset that today is going to be a great day. His positivity is contagious. He will find the good in every person or in any situation. He is quick to start up a conversation with a stranger, and within a few minutes, they are talking like good friends. He is generous with his time and his talents to help others and our community, but wants no recognition.


As a Dada, Garot is gentle, nurturing, and playful! He can always get the best belly laugh out of Gianna! He is so hands-on with his approach to parenting and is quick to participate in any activities that Gianna wants to try (music class, swim lessons, trips to the farm with baby animals); he is right there helping her learn and grow. He is our biggest support and the strength of our family. 

Meet Carrie

Meet Carrie

Carrie is truly the heart of our family, an incredible wife and mother who continuously puts others before herself every day. She is always willing to go the extra mile to make someone's day. Carrie comes from a large Italian family and is fiercely loyal to her loved ones, considering friends to be family as well. She is also a Doctor of Physical Therapy in Sports Medicine, and she loves providing personalized care to each of her patients, always ensuring she does everything possible to help make their dreams a reality. Even when life throws a hurdle at Carrie, her strength and zest for life are always on display, rubbing off on everyone around her. As a mama, Carrie is the ULTIMATE mother. She is always finding experiences to share with our daughter and ways to give her all that life has to offer. From the very beginning, it was clear there would never be a dream too big for our children, because Carrie will always move mountains for them. 

Occupation 

Medical


Education

Doctorate 


Hobby

Reading 


Favorite Family Activity

Family dinner at my grandparents' restaurant


Favorite Food

Authentic Mexican street tacos 


Favorite Movie

Harry Potter

 

Favorite Place to Travel

Mexico

Carrie is truly the heart of our family, an incredible wife and mother who continuously puts others before herself every day. She is always willing to go the extra mile to make someone's day. Carrie comes from a large Italian family and is fiercely loyal to her loved ones, considering friends to be family as well. She is also a Doctor of Physical Therapy in Sports Medicine, and she loves providing personalized care to each of her patients, always ensuring she does everything possible to help make their dreams a reality. Even when life throws a hurdle at Carrie, her strength and zest for life are always on display, rubbing off on everyone around her. As a mama, Carrie is the ULTIMATE mother. She is always finding experiences to share with our daughter and ways to give her all that life has to offer. From the very beginning, it was clear there would never be a dream too big for our children, because Carrie will always move mountains for them. 

Garot & Carrie - Getting to Know Us

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    • Our Story

    We first met while working at the college recreation center. At the time, sparks didn't exactly fly, but we became good friends. Fast forward about five years after I (Carrie) finished graduate school and moved to town for my dream job. I thought I didn't know anyone here, but a mutual friend reminded me that Garot also lived in the area. I reached out just hoping to reconnect with an old friend and make the move a little easier. Garot swears I was flirting! We agreed to meet for brunch, which turned into dinner because we were having such a great time. By the end of that night, we both knew we had found something special.


    On October 13, 2018, we celebrated our wedding day surrounded by family and friends. We were married in Racine, WI, and continued the celebration in Burlington, right along the river. It was a beautiful fall day filled with love, laughter, and joy. Guests enjoyed an incredible charcuterie board before dinner, and later we danced the night away to live music from a band called The Presidents. It was truly the perfect start to our life together. 

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    • Meet Gianna

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    • Meet Gianna

    Our daughter, Gianna, is a joyful and curious little girl whose bright smile lights up every room. We're committed to creating a safe, loving, and supportive home for her and her future siblings. She loves books, music, dancing, and caring for her baby dolls, showing us every day what a wonderful big sister she will be. She has a spunky side that fills our home with endless laughter.


    We've shared Gianna's adoption story with her from the start, speaking openly about her birth family and reminding her how loved she is by so many. We read adoption-themed books together and maintain an open relationship with her birth parents and extended family through photos and life updates.

    

    It is very important to us that we can let Gianna know that we have always kept our promises to her birth family, as it is our promise to you that we will keep our promise to you and your child.

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    • Our Home

    Our friendly neighborhood is filled with tree-lined streets, welcoming neighbors of all ages, wooded lots that attract visiting wildlife, and nearby parks for recreation and enjoyment. There are plenty of growing families, and we look forward to watching the kids ride their bikes, trick-or-treating, going sledding in the winter, and watching the neighborhood fireworks from our backyard with Gianna and your child in the future. It's a great neighborhood for raising a family!


    Our home is a beautiful three-bedroom, three-bath, open-concept ranch with a large fenced-in backyard. Having a spacious yard for outdoor activities and plenty of room inside for our growing family was very important to us. We look forward to personally decorating a nursery to welcome your child home.

    

    In our home, you'll often find us cooking together in the kitchen, relaxing in the living room, or playing with the dogs in the backyard. It's also common for us to have friends and family over to share in the fun!

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    • Our Community

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    • Our Community

    We are an active family who enjoys spending as much time together as possible. We embrace what our state and our community have to offer. One of the best things about living in Wisconsin is experiencing all four seasons. You can often find us visiting local farmers' markets, exploring the wildlife sanctuary, enjoying the zoo, playing at the playground, and attending the summer concert series in the park.


    Living in Wisconsin, we are huge Packer fans! Each year, we attend a few home games and enjoy hosting tailgates with family and friends. Grilling brats and burgers has become a tradition for us, and we often hand one out to opposing fans as a small token of welcome. Trust us, there's nothing quite like the energy and atmosphere of Game Day! We also enjoy attending Brewers baseball games and cheering them on whenever we can!

    Garot & Carrie - Extended Families

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    • Garot's Family

    Garot is the youngest of three children, with two older sisters. Ashley is married to Josh, and together they have two children, Leroy (7 yrs. old) and Lilah (3 yrs. old). We talk to our siblings almost daily and get together as often as possible. They are very supportive of our adoption plans and have fully embraced welcoming Gianna into the family, just as they will your child.

    

    Garot's parents, Scott and Wendi, have been married for 42 years. Their relationship has always been a source of inspiration, showing us the value of commitment and unconditional love. They are incredible grandparents who visit often, celebrate milestones with us, and pour love into every moment spent with their grandchildren.

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    • Carrie's Family

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    • Carrie's Family

    Growing up in a large Italian family, Carrie has always been extremely close to her relatives. In fact, if she ever introduced you to her family, you wouldn't be able to tell who was related by blood and who was not, because in her eyes, family is family. That is a value we carry as a couple as well, always prioritizing quality time and making memories with those we love.


    Carrie is the third of four children. Her oldest sibling is Nicki, who has one son, Carter (7 yrs. old). Her older brother, Marty, is married to Nancy, and they have one son, Henry (20 mos.), and are expecting a daughter soon. Her younger brother is Joey. Just like Garot's family, Carrie's siblings are fully supportive of our adoption journey and excited to welcome another child into the family.

    

    Carrie's parents, Tony and Judy, have been married for 44 years. They are amazing grandparents who are a constant source of encouragement, love, and support. Whether visiting often or cheering on life's milestones, they have shown what it means to be both dedicated parents and extraordinary grandparents.

    Garot & Carrie - A Look Into Our Life

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    • Our Sweet Pups

    Carrie has always had a passion for animals of all shapes and sizes. In 2018, we fostered our first puppy and were instantly hooked! There is something so special and rewarding about helping each animal find its perfect home.


    That journey led us to rescuing our two loved and very spoiled pups, Lola and Oso, who have fully embraced their roles as big sister and big brother. Lola is a 7-year-old German Shepherd/Carolina Dog mix who loves playing catch and patiently lets Gianna toss the ball to her around the house. Oso is a 6-year-old Golden Retriever mix who is never without a stuffed animal in his mouth. He is gentle, loves to be pet, and happily joins in Gianna's pretend play. Most nights, he can be found curled up in her nursery during bedtime, making sure he is close by.

    

    Both Lola and Oso earned their Canine Good Citizen certificates, which basically means that it is not just us who thinks our dogs are great! They adore Gianna and are extremely gentle and patient with her. Their favorite treats are ice cream cones, and they never let a single crumb from the highchair go to waste.

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    • Adventure Awaits

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    • Traveling and exploring new places is something we truly love. Whether we are checking out something new in our city, taking a road trip across the state, or flying across the world, we love the adventure of discovering new places together. Travel gives us the chance to appreciate something new and helps us see the world from different perspectives. Some of our adventures have taken us to Boston, San Diego, Washington D.C., Nashville, San Francisco, Chicago, Mexico, Australia, and New Zealand. We look forward to sharing this love of travel with our children, creating memories along the way, and giving them the chance to experience new people, cultures, and traditions.

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    • Summer's Up North

    Each summer, we go up north with Garot's side of the family, who rent a lake house for a week. This week is filled with boat rides, campfires, swimming, fishing, cooking out, and ice cream (AKA Cream Crawls!). Being unplugged from technology for a week with family allows us to enjoy each other's company and continue to build great relationships, especially when spending time together with the cousins.

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    • Family Traditions

    With close relationships to both our families and many friends, we enjoy many traditions throughout the year that bring everyone together and we can’t wait to share them with your child.


    Carrie’s family always celebrates birthdays with a homemade cake, a tradition her mom started and Nana now carries on for the grandkids, including Gianna’s special strawberry smash cake.


    For Halloween, we love dressing up in matching costumes and joining friends and family for trick-or-treating and festive fun.


    Our Christmas season begins with a trip to the tree farm, decorating with music and cookies, and enjoying the Garden of Lights with Garot’s family. Christmas Eve is spent at church and celebrating with his family, while Christmas Day is brunch and gifts with Carrie’s. Since Gianna joined us, we’ve added choosing a new ornament each year and look forward to creating even more traditions as our family grows.

    

    We ring in each New Year with close friends, sharing dinner, games, and reflections on the past year, a special time for both kids and adults alike.

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    Kerstin - Wisconsin

    By Brittany Carvalho • December 20, 2024
    Hello & Thank You , My name is Kerstin, and I'm so grateful to you for considering me and my son Malakai as a possible match for you and your child. A single person might not have been your first thought for your child, but I have just as much support and love to give as a couple would have - or even more! My life is rich with family, friends, and opportunities. I have a successful career that provides my family with the resources to explore the world and experience new things. I would love the opportunity to share these wonderful experiences with your child. Malakai (Kai for short) was adopted at birth and is three years old. We have an open relationship with his birth mom and often send her pictures and videos. I am open and committed to whatever type of communication you would like. I want you to know that your child will always know their adoption story and the love you have for them. I am happy to answer any questions you have so that you can make the best decision for you and your baby. As you'll see in this profile, I have a deep love and appreciation for all different cultures, and I love to learn about people and places all over the world. Travel has been a big part of my life, and I also appreciate and value diversity close to home. We live on a street with families of many different backgrounds, and the schools and businesses in our neighborhood also reflect that diversity. I love languages and have studied Spanish and Haitian Creole. The public elementary school closest to our home is a dual immersion bilingual school (Spanish and English). I would love for Malakai and any future child I might have to attend this school because I highly value bilingual language skills and the opportunity to build relationships with classmates and teachers of many different backgrounds. I am committed to honoring and valuing your child's cultural background and ensuring that it is an important part of their daily lives. I pray often for you and your journey. I thank God for you and your decision to consider adoption. I pray for God to give you peace and comfort. Thank you for taking the time to learn more about me and Malakai and see if we might be a good match for you and your child. With Love, Kerstin

    Spencer & Amanda - Wisconsin

    By Brittany Carvalho • December 13, 2024
    Hello & Thank You , Just saying thank you isn't enough for us to express our gratitude for considering us to be adoptive parents. We cannot begin to understand how difficult this decision is and that it is not taken lightly. No matter your decision, you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are Amanda and Spencer. We have been together over ten years and have been married for three. From the very beginning of our relationship, we talked about starting a family, but God had different plans for us. Unfortunately, Amanda has faced health challenges that have led to infertility, which won't allow us to have our own biological children. Adoption has touched both our lives in meaningful ways. Spencer's mother was adopted, and she is ecstatic that we are pursuing this path. In addition, Spencer has two adopted cousins, and I have one as well. Both of our families are loving and supportive of our decision, and we are all ready to share unconditional love with a child. Since we both have relatives who were adopted, we believe it is important for your child to understand their adoption story from the very beginning. We look forward to sharing with your child just how special they and their birth family are to us. The relationship between a child and their birth family is significant, and we strongly support an open adoption. There is no such thing as too many people to love and support a child. Raised in the Catholic faith, we plan to instill the same values in our future child. We cherish faith, family, community, friendships, and love, and we will teach the importance of hard work and the achievements it can bring. With both our families and friends nearby, your child will be surrounded by a loving network of support. Thank you for the time to read our story and consider us as potential adoptive parents. We wish you peace on this journey and the very best for you and your child. Sincerely, Spencer & Amanda

    Luke & Cassi - Wisconsin

    By Brittany Carvalho • December 5, 2024
    Hello & Thank You , Thank you for giving us the opportunity to share a glimpse into our lives. First and foremost, we want to express our deepest gratitude, as being considered in your adoption journey means more to us than you may know. The love you have for your child is undeniable. Though we cannot know the challenges you are facing in making this decision, your love, strength, and courage stand out the most. We truly admire you. We are Luke and Cassi and our four-legged fur baby, Sully. We’ve been together for 16 years and married for 3. After years of infertility, adoption feels like the right path for us. From a young age, we always knew adoption would be part of our journey, and now, after much anticipation, we’re filled with excitement and hope. We truly believe the younger versions of us would be proud of the direction life has taken, and we are eager to open our hearts and home to a child. Adoption is a lifelong bond, and we promise to cherish it. We are committed to creating a safe, loving, and nurturing home where your child can grow, explore, and thrive. We will inspire curiosity, embrace individuality, and encourage them to follow their dreams. We will also surround your child with the people who will love them through life’s challenges and triumphs. Our home will be filled with love, laughter, and family traditions, including cozy nights by the fire, bedtime stories, adventures in our camper, and Sundays by the pool. They would always be encouraged to be their true selves, follow their passions, respect themselves and others, and always know they are valued. We will teach them kindness, empathy, and the importance of family. Most importantly, we will always talk openly and lovingly about the love and sacrifice that led you to choose adoption. We want your child to know how deeply they are loved, both by us and by you. Thank you again for taking the time to get to know us. If we have the opportunity to meet in the future, we would be excited to learn more about you. We know this is not an easy decision, and we are grateful for your consideration. We are keeping you in our thoughts and sending you strength and peace during this time. Sincerely, Luke & Cassi

    Zack & Lindsay – Wisconsin

    By Brittany Carvalho • December 1, 2024
    Hello & Thank You , Our names are Zack and Lindsay, and we are so grateful that you're considering us to be a potential part of your adoption plan. We can't imagine how hard this is for you or what you're going through. We do understand there’s no way for us to truly grasp the weight of your decision, but we respect and admire your strength and courage. Through this letter and this book, we want to share a little about ourselves with you. We met in 2008, and it was love at first sight. After 6 months of dating, we got engaged and married in 2010. We knew early on in our marriage that we wanted to explore adoption to build a family, and we had lots of love to give. Over time, we grew together, strengthened our love, and prepared our lives and our home to provide a caring, nurturing environment for a new addition to our family. Our adoption journey was difficult due to our issues with infertility, but our motivation to adopt comes from a place of love and a desire to share that love by growing our family. In 2022, we were blessed with adopting a beautiful baby boy, Atlas, who is the light of our lives. It has been our privilege to watch him grow, learn, change, and develop. He’s shown us how wonderful and rewarding adoption can be, motivating us to continue our adoption journey. Atlas’s birth mom has become an integral part of our lives. We regularly share pictures and updates of all Atlas’s changes and activities, and we make sure that he’s aware that we’re sending updates to his birth mom so that as he grows, we can continue to share his adoption story with him. We feel it’s so important that Atlas’s birth mom gets to watch him develop, and we want you to know that we are open to whatever contact you would like. As a family, we want to honor and respect Atlas’s heritage, and one way we’re doing that is by learning Spanish together. Atlas attends a Spanish-speaking school, and we are learning Spanish along with him. We are both driven and have many hobbies, including physical and outdoor activities, reading, cooking, and continuing education. For us, raising children means bringing the most important people in the world along with us on new adventures and learning new skills. We hope this book gives you a look into our lives, who we are as people, who we are as a couple, and who we are as a family. We are thinking of you and wish you well in all you do. Thank you for taking the time to get to know us. Sincerely, Zack & Lindsay

    Mark & Kristin - Texas

    By Brittany Carvalho • November 28, 2024
    Hello & Thank You , Thank you for taking the time to view our photobook and consider us as adoptive parents for your baby. We are so excited to be adopting a baby and finally becoming parents. We know you will follow your heart and make the best choice in selecting the family for your baby to join. We are Kristin and Mark, and we have been together since November 2020, married in April 2022. When we first started dating, I shared with Mark that because of my reproductive issues, having a biological child might not be possible. He was very understanding and supportive and open to adoption as a way to start our family. Mark and I are surrounded by a huge support system on both of our sides, who cannot wait to have another child join the family. We have lots of nieces and nephews who are anxiously awaiting the arrival of a new cousin to play with. Our parents are looking forward to having another grandchild to spoil. Your child will be raised in a loving Christian home, guided by values of kindness, compassion, integrity, and the importance of family. They will be loved unconditionally and always have unwavering family support in all they choose to endeavor. We look forward to sharing our love of sports and music while encouraging them to explore their own passions. As we continue deepening our faith, we are committed to becoming more involved in church and look forward to attending regularly as a family. While growing up, we both dreamt of one day having our own family and a child to call us Mom and Dad. We can’t begin to understand how difficult this decision is for you. We are praying for strength and clarity during this time and know you will make the best decision. Thank you again for considering us to be the adoptive parents for your baby. It means the world to us. Sincerely, Mark & Kristin

    Zack & Kali - Minnesota

    By Brittany Carvalho • November 27, 2024
    Hello & Thank You , It’s so nice to “meet” you, we are Zack & Kal. We hope you feel welcomed and embraced by our family as you flip through these pages. Thank you for taking the time to get to know a bit about us. We admire your strength and courage, and we're grateful that you're considering turning such a difficult situation into a meaningful blessing. We can only imagine how overwhelming this decision may feel, and our hope is that, in the midst of it all, you feel empowered, supported, and surrounded by care. When we first got married, we began trying for a biological child, but after a long and emotional journey, we received the heartbreaking news that growing our family in that way would be extremely difficult. Despite these challenges, we've come through stronger and full of hope. We're now incredibly excited to grow our family through adoption. Welcoming a child through adoption has always been part of our dream of having a big family. We’ve learned so much from close friends and relatives with beautiful adoption stories, and their experiences have only strengthened our desire to take this path. We promise to give your child a loving and stable home filled with warmth, laughter, and endless opportunities. Your child's adoption story will be shared with them from the beginning and will always be embraced and cherished. Please know that we're keeping you in our thoughts and sending you peace as you consider your options. We would be honored to walk this journey with you and your baby. With So Much Love, Zack & Kali

    Miguel & Courtney - Wisconsin

    By Brittany Carvalho • November 26, 2024
    Hello & Thank You , We know your brain must be on absolute overload right now, but we’d like to take up just a little of your time. We’ll get to the introductions soon, but first, there’s something important we want you to know. We realize this process might not be what you envisioned, but if you choose us to be your child’s adoptive parents, we promise (and we don’t take this word lightly) that they will always know their story and where they come from. More than anything, we hope this can be the start of a lifelong connection, one where you remain a part of their life and ours, for the journey ahead. Now for the introductions. We are Courtney and Miguel, and we live in Wisconsin with our two dogs, Sumo and Delta. We met in college, became friends, and the rest is history. We’ve been together for 14 years and married for 10 years. Adoption has always been a topic of conversation throughout our marriage and has always been our “Plan A” rather than “Plan B.” Miguel was born and raised in Costa Rica, so we know the importance of learning and celebrating your heritage. Because Spanish is such an important part of his culture and family life, we plan to raise our child bilingual. We’re excited to share the language, traditions, and stories I grew up with, and to help them build strong connections with their heritage. One of the phrases that we find to be an important theme in our lives and relationships is “say what you are feeling out loud.” For both of us, communication is key in everything we do. We hope to partner with you in this journey, and we are willing to meet you wherever you feel most comfortable in terms of openness. All our best, Miguel & Courtney

    Matthew & Lauren - Texas

    By Brittany Carvalho • November 25, 2024
    Hello & Thank You , Thank you for taking the time to learn about us. We can only imagine the love, strength, and courage it takes to create an adoption plan, and we want you to know how much we admire and respect you for it. How do you find the words to write to someone you have not yet met, but already feel such deep love and gratitude for? The opportunity you are providing to help create a family that otherwise would not be is something we will never take for granted. We are truly honored to be considered as potential parents for your child, and we hold this moment with the utmost respect. We are Matthew and Lauren. We met in 2018, and on our very first date, we were already dreaming about having a family. We married in 2021 and quickly began planning to grow our little family. We have two dogs, Olly and Marvel, who we know would love a sibling to play with and protect. After learning that Lauren could not get pregnant, we realized that this was God’s way of guiding us toward something just as beautiful — adoption. Adoption holds deep meaning for us. Matt and his brother were both adopted as young children, and he has always known it would be part of his story, too. We are both incredibly grateful to have loving and supportive families behind us as we grow our family through adoption. From the very beginning, our parents, siblings, and extended families have cheered us on with open hearts. They are all so excited to welcome a new child into our lives and cannot wait to share in the joy. This book is a glimpse into our lives - who we are, the life we’ve built together, and the life we hope to share with a child. We hope you feel the love, laughter, and stability that surround us and our home. If we are chosen, we will raise your child with endless love, support, and a deep respect for where they came from- you! We will speak your name with honor and ensure that your child grows up knowing their story began with love. Sincerely, Matthew & Lauren

    Matthew & Brittni – Wisconsin

    By Brittany Carvalho • November 24, 2024
    Hello & Thank You , We Are Matt, Brittni, Braelyn, and Noah! So, who are we really? We are an "always on the go, planning countless trips to the waterpark" type of family. We're full of joy and laughter, and we treat every day as a blessing. Whether it's making a late-night ice cream run in our jammies or cozying up for bedtime snuggles, we savor the simple moments together. We're excited to add another member to our crew and share more Disney adventures, backyard campfires, morning coffee and muffins, and all the love we have to offer. Our journey hasn't always been easy, but it has deepened our relationship and strengthened our faith. From a young age, adoption was something we talked about, prayed for, and felt called to pursue. We've been blessed to have loved ones in our family who are adopted, and we know firsthand how love transcends all circumstances, unconditional and boundless. Coming from large families with close-knit sibling and parent relationships, we've always known we wanted children to fill our hearts and home.  We have one biological child, Braelyn, who fills our lives with indescribable joy. After complications following Braelyn's birth and the life-saving measures that were needed, we are unable to carry another child. After years of prayers, opening our hearts to foster children, and difficult decisions, God led us to pursue adoption. In 2022, we were blessed beyond measure to welcome our sweet little guy, Noah, into our family through adoption. His arrival forever changed our lives in the best possible way, and we are so thankful to have him and his birth family as part of our story. As parents, our main goal has always been and will always be to embrace the uniqueness and individuality of our children. We are their biggest cheerleaders, helping them grow, thrive, and know the deep blessing they are to us. Each child is gifted with their own strengths and interests, and it is our mission to create a loving, safe space where their creativity can flourish and where they always feel comfortable sharing their hearts, passions, and dreams. We promise to provide a joyful, loving home where they can be silly, radiate their true selves, and feel completely at peace. We are beyond excited to continue this beautiful journey and add another child to our family, creating lasting memories and traditions that will span the years. We cannot begin to fully understand the selfless and brave choice you have made in choosing adoption for your child, but we hope that, as you get to know us, you will find comfort, support, and reassurance in each step of this journey. Sincerely, Matthew & Brittni
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