Welcome! Growing my Family Through Adoption
Welcome to my adoption website!
Welcome! Growing my Family Through Adoption
Welcome to my adoption website!
About Me
My Story
I am ready to expand my family through adoption! I'm currently home-study approved in MN for infants 0-18 months old and support open adoption.
I have a Masters degree and work in the medical science field. I love learning new processes and technologies.
I cannot wait to share my life with a child and provide a loving home and opportunities for fun!
I enjoy nature, music, books and spending time at the family cabin.
I describe myself as: kind, caring, down-to-earth, loving, nurturing and responsible
Others describe me as: reliable, intelligent, curious, responsible, resourceful and willing to take on a challenge
Neighborhood
I live in a Southern suburb of the Twin Cities. This park is 2 blocks from my home. There are many trails, parks and sporting fields within walking distance.
Traditions
My favorite holiday is Christmas! I enjoy spending time with extended family and sharing our famous appetizer meal. Decorating and wrapping presents are my favorite.
Thanksgiving is a close second with grilled turkey as a main dish.
Faith
I believe in a loving and caring God. I will raise my child to learn about God's love. Fellowship after the service is important to me and good practice to talk to people of all ages.
My Home
Living area
Living area
Living area
This is a great space for play time and relaxing while watching a movie.
Front steps
Living area
Living area
I enjoy container gardening. Check out these begonias!
Outside
Living area
I live in a townhome in a quiet neighborhood. My city is culturally diverse.
The Kitchen
Kitchen Table
I love cooking and would like to cook with my kiddo.
Relaxing
Kitchen Table
Kitchen Table
Getting ready to cheer for Minnesota Twins baseball!
Kitchen Table
Kitchen Table
Kitchen Table
I am reading Peter Rabbit! My grandparents read this exact book to me when I was a child. I can't wait to share it with the next generation.
My Family
My Parents
I'm close with my parents, who have been married for 46 years. They are excited for me and ready to become grandparents.
Here they are enjoying a fall fire at the cabin with Gracie, their yellow lab.
Dad
Dad at a trip to Lake Superior.
Dad is a retired salesman and likes to help others.
Mom
Mom would love to plant a fairy garden with her future grandchild!
Mom is a retired registered nurse and is a very loving person.
My brother, Scott
My brother, Scott, passed away in 2012. My best friend would be ecstatic for me. My future child will learn all about Uncle Scott.
Aunt and girl cousins
We all managed to get together for a girl's lunch near the cabin! My cousins, aunt and uncle are supportive of my adoption plan.
Nola
Nola is my sweet 9-year-old cat.
My Friends
I have a close group of friends and we've been friends since elementary school! My friends are super excited for my infant adoption journey and will be the best aunties to my little one.
Girl's weekend that I hosted at the cabin.
Road trip to the Field of Dreams in Dyersville, Iowa.
Riding "the world's steepest, shortest scenic railway" in Dubuque, Iowa.
Special girl's trip to Anna Maria Island, Florida.
Hiking at the Kawishiwi Falls in Ely, MN
A stop in Virginia, MN to see the World's Largest Floating Loon
The Cabin
Home away from home
The cabin has been part of my family for almost 70 years! I can't wait to share the fun with my future child in central Minnesota. We swim, fish, kayak, canoe, boat and enjoy campfires as a family.
A Beautiful Sunset
This is the view from our campfire area. Nothing like this view and a s'more.
Late winter
Bird watching
Gracie watching neighbors walk on the frozen lake.
Bird watching
Bird watching
Bird watching
Fall is beautiful at the lake. We see many birds, such as eagles, geese, ducks and trumpeter swans.
Kayaking
Bird watching
Boat ride
Here I am kayaking!
Boat ride
Bird watching
Boat ride
Gracie likes to navigate.
Fishing
Fishing
Fishing
Here's Dad with a walleye. Dad and I like to fish together after dinner.
My Top 5 Faves
Reading
Kitty Cuddles
I love reading and being transported to another place. I will definitely have daily storytime with my child.
Kitty Cuddles
Kitty Cuddles
There's nothing like snuggling with a blanket, kitty or little human. I plan to cuddle up with my future kiddo while reading, watching a movie or catching up after school.
Traveling
Traveling
Visiting Duluth, MN. I'd love to see our state and country through my future child's eyes.
Arboretum
Minnesota Twins
Traveling
The arboretum is fun in all 4 seasons! I have a membership and make it out there every few weeks. They have a fun maze and classes for kids. The Winter Lights display is a fun family winter activity.
Minnesota Twins
Minnesota Twins
Minnesota Twins
I love going to a few games a year. I also follow the team on TV and radio.