dear expectant mother
Thank you for taking a moment to get to know us. We can only imagine the emotions you may be feeling, and we want you to know how much we admire your strength, courage, and love. Whatever path you choose, we honor the deep care you have for your child.
We're Paul and Mark, a loving married couple from New Jersey. We've built a joyful life rooted in family, kindness, and connection. We're already parents to our daughter, Molly, and are thrilled to grow our family through adoption. Our home is filled with laughter, bedtime stories, puppy cuddles from our dog, Smitty, and unconditional love. We promise to provide a safe, nurturing space where your child feels seen, supported, and cherished.
Family is central to our lives—holidays are filled with traditions, big dinners, and joyful chaos. Summers mean beach days, sandcastles, and ice cream with nieces and nephews. Our extended families are eager to welcome another child and are excited to shower them with love.
As parents, we will encourage your child's passions, celebrate who they are, and remind them always of the love that brought them into our lives. We are committed to openness and will ensure your child knows their story began with your strength and selfless love.
If it's your wish, we'd be honored to maintain an open relationship and share milestones along the way. Thank you again for considering us—we're holding you in our hearts as you navigate this decision.
With love and respect,
Paul, Mark, Molly & Smitty
About Us
We're Paul and Mark—proud dads, partners, and best friends who can't wait to grow our family. Paul is an attorney and Broadway actor with a deep love for music and the arts. He enjoys playing guitar, writing songs, and staying active with tennis and long walks with our dog, Smitty. Mark is a college professor and education technology consultant who loves photography, puzzles, and planning fun family adventures—from farmers' markets to weekend nature walks.
Evenings in our home are filled with laughter, home-cooked meals, and bedtime stories with our daughter, Molly. We're also big on family—Mark is especially close to his extended relatives, and we love watching the cousins play together during holidays and get-togethers.
Parenthood is our greatest joy, and we are thrilled about the chance to share our love, energy, and all of life's little moments with another child.
Our Home & Neighborhood
We live in a peaceful, family-friendly town in central New Jersey—where neighbors wave hello, kids ride bikes on quiet streets, and families gather at local parks. It blends small-town charm with easy access to New York City and Philadelphia, perfect for day trips and visiting loved ones.
Our home is bright, cozy, and full of love. We live in a three-bedroom townhome with a sunny living area and a big kitchen where we love to cook together. One bedroom is set up as a nursery for our daughter, Molly, who enjoys bedtime stories and playing with our sweet dog, Smitty—her constant companion.
We cherish the simple joys: family dinners, movie nights, neighborhood walks, and relaxing on the patio. With great schools, outdoor spaces, and a warm community, it's a wonderful place to raise a child—and we're thrilled to grow our family here.
Our Family & Friends
Family is truly at the heart of our lives. Mark comes from a big, lively family—he's one of four siblings, and gatherings are always full of energy and laughter. His sister Carol Ann has four children—Louis, Lana, John, and Eileen—who bring so much joy to family get-togethers. Mark's parents are actively involved in our lives and love spending time with their grandchildren, whether it's babysitting or cooking meals.
Paul also comes from a close-knit family. His parents live nearby and are a constant, loving presence. We often visit for Sunday dinners, birthdays, and casual visits. Paul's brother lives farther away, but we stay closely connected.
Our families have blended beautifully, and everyone is thrilled to welcome another child. We cherish our family traditions—celebrating holidays with big meals, exchanging gifts, and making lasting memories. Summers are especially special, with long beach days, sandcastles, and ice cream with nieces and nephews.
With so much love and support around us, we feel incredibly grateful to raise our children in such a strong and connected family community. It's a home filled with warmth, laughter, and endless encouragement—and we are eager to share it with another child.
What Led Us To Adoption
From the start of our relationship, we dreamed of building a family filled with love, laughter, and children's voices. As a same-sex couple, we knew our path to parenthood might look different, and after many conversations, we felt called to adoption.
Our journey began with the birth of our daughter, Molly, through surrogacy—an experience that changed our lives in the best possible way. Becoming parents has brought us immense joy and strengthened our desire to grow our family.
We recognize the deep love and strength it takes for a birth parent to consider adoption. We feel honored to be part of that journey and are committed to creating a home where a child feels safe, cherished, and supported.
Adoption, to us, is a beautiful expression of love, and we're thrilled to welcome another child into our hearts and home.
Fun Facts
About Mark
| Occupation | Adjunct Professor and Education Tech Consultant |
|---|---|
| Education | PhD |
| Race | Caucasian |
| Favorite Food | Pizza |
| Favorite Hobby | Watching Netflix, Walks and enjoying the outdoors |
| Favorite Music Group | Taylor Swift |
| Favorite TV Show | Friends |
| Favorite Subject in School | History |
| Favorite Tradition | Making Stromboli with the family around the holidays |
| Dream Vacation | Maldives |
About Paul
| Occupation | Attorney and Actor |
|---|---|
| Education | JD |
| Race | Caucasian |
| Favorite Food | Chinese Food |
| Favorite Hobby | Tennis, Playing Guitar & Piano |
| Favorite Music Group | Fleetwood Mac |
| Favorite TV Show | The West Wing |
| Favorite Subject in School | History |
| Favorite Tradition | Making Struffoli with the family around the holidays |
| Dream Vacation | Mediterranean Cruise |
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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!