dear expectant mother
To an Angel:
We are so grateful you are learning about our family. We don’t believe in accidents in life. We DO believe God has His hand in all circumstances, and that is why you are reading this right now. We admire your strength and bravery in considering an adoption plan. The path you are embarking on is so self-sacrificial, and as parents ourselves, we realize this decision is not easy for you.
Should you bless us with this gift, we want to learn all about you so that as our future child grows, we can remind him or her of your traits, characteristics, and personality, if you’re comfortable with that. We believe it is so important that your child knows exactly where he or she came from, who he or she came from, and their heritage as a whole. We want to give you the support you need as you navigate this time in your life and to give the baby a beautiful life with unconditional love, snuggles, kisses, hugs, and bedtime stories. We have an incredibly strong community of people around us, so your baby will be loved by so many more than just us! We are constantly praying for you, asking God that He will protect you, guide you, and give you the ability to lean on Him through this process. We are here for YOU, and we know we will give your child a life beyond their wildest dreams full of love, happiness, and many, many family room dance parties. :)
We are eternally grateful for you.
About Us
We are Jen and Justin. We’ve been happily married for seven years, and we have been incredibly blessed with two sons: Ryker, 3, and Bruin, 1. They are the most loving, tenderhearted children, and we love to do things as a family. We are great friends with our neighbors (we live in a neighborhood with TONS of families), and you can often find us outside, cooking out, going to family-friendly festivals, and being active. Our family makes health a priority, and we love to exercise and eat healthy! Justin works in the defense management industry, and Jen works from home as a project manager. Justin enjoys all things music and sports, and Jen loves to read, do home projects, and cook. We all love to be together, and you can often find our family having daily dance parties to the soundtrack of Frozen or Coco Loco.
Our Home
Our two-story home is filled with a lot of love and laughter! We live in a relatively new community (about three years old), and our neighborhood is nothing but young families. Our neighbors have become our best friends, and all of them have at least two children; you can always find us outside with the kids jumping on trampolines or playing on swing sets. Our community has some of the best schools and friendliest people. We have a lot of hiking trails and nearby parks we frequent often.
Our Extended Family
We are very fortunate to have tight-knit families on both sides. Jen has a half-brother and step-sister, and Justin has one sister. We are in Ohio, and since Justin is from Massachusetts and Jen is from Florida, our parents reside in both states along with some other extended family members. Our families visit often and are incredibly involved in their grandkids’ lives. We also do annual family trips: a men’s lake retreat each year as well as an annual Thanksgiving trip in the mountains of Tennessee. Our other closest relatives, Jen’s brother and his children, are a short drive away, and we see them often as the cousins love to get together.
We also love all holidays. Jen loves to host gatherings at our home and have family over for Christmas, Easter, and more. Jen talks to her mom and dad every day, usually on FaceTime. We are always laughing, loving, and forgiving. We are all very close and are so thankful for those bonds. Family is the most important thing in our lives, and we cherish every moment with our loved ones.
What Led Us To Adoption
We are grateful for the opportunity to grow our family through adoption. After having our two boys, we always felt something was missing. We knew it was a third child to give our hearts to. Our three-year-old was conceived through several rounds of IVF, while our one-year-old was a natural surprise. We have continued to keep trying but have been unsuccessful and know we want a third child and, ultimately, a big family. We have so much love to give another baby and his or her mother. Since we have made this decision, we have talked to so many people who have adopted or been adopted, and it’s amazing to hear these stories of joy, love, and compassion.
Fun Facts
About Jenifer
| Occupation | Project manager |
|---|---|
| Education | B.A. Business Administration |
| Favorite Hobby | Workout classes, reading, watching true-crime shows |
| Favorite Movie | Goodfellas |
| Favorite Sport | Football, hockey, baseball |
| Favorite Holiday | Christmas |
| Favorite Music Group | Elton John, Travis Tritt, Aerosmith |
| Favorite TV Show | 20/20 |
| Favorite Book | The Hiding Place, The Bible, Redeeming Love |
| Dream Vacation | Positano, Italy |
About Justin
| Occupation | Security manager |
|---|---|
| Education | Master’s, Criminal Justice |
| Favorite Hobby | Playing golf and hockey, CrossFit |
| Favorite Movie | Rudy, Miracle |
| Favorite Sport | Football, hockey, golf |
| Favorite Holiday | 4th of July |
| Favorite Music Group | Jimmy Buffett, Dave Matthews Band |
| Favorite TV Show | The Office |
| Favorite Book | The Da Vinci Code |
| Dream Vacation | Israel |
Contact Jenifer & Justin
Choose a Family for
Your Baby With Confidence
As you browse our list of hopeful adoptive parents, you can feel confident in knowing that all of the adoptive families working with Angel Adoption are prepared to offer your baby a safe, stable, and loving environment along with a wealth of opportunities for a happy and fulfilling life.
Each adoptive parent has been thoroughly evaluated through a home study course conducted by a licensed agency. A completed home study means the family is emotionally, physically, and financially ready to adopt a baby.
The home study process includes assessments of each parent’s character, marital stability, financial situation, lifestyle, and medical history. The agency also runs background checks to verify there is no record of criminal activity or child abuse. In addition, a social worker will inspect the family’s home to ensure it is a safe environment for a child.
Furthermore, Angel Adoption requires each family to be educated on adopting and parenting. After a baby has been placed with the adoptive family, a social worker will continue to monitor and supervise the family. We go to great lengths to make sure all the families you have to choose from are going to be excellent parents for your baby!
Not sure how to start? See our How to Choose an Adoptive Family resource page.
If you need more help, you’re always welcome to contact us any time!