INTRODUCTION

I live in Florida with my daughter Ayla. We are a family brought together by adoption.

I think your decision is a generous and courageous act of love. If you choose me, I promise you I will provide a home full of love for your child. 

In this family, your child would have a lifetime of sibling support from a sister who shares the bond of adoption. My daughter Ayla is biracial, and I try and honor her heritage by exposing her to biracial books, movies and a diverse group of friends.

Similarly, your child will be raised with an understanding of their roots and culture. They will always know where they came from and who they are. If you choose me, I look forward to learning about your heritage and making that a part of your child’s life, as I do Ayla’s. I look forward to honoring you by sharing the love and dreams you have for your child’s life. 

about ME

I run my own business. My job is to protect wildlife and natural areas.

I am thankful to be able to do most of my work from home! Sometimes I visit some of the most beautiful, wild and natural places in Florida. Your child will get to travel with me and see parts of Florida that few people get to see.

I spend lots of time outdoors. Florida has a well-deserved reputation as a paradise and I make the most of it.  I am teaching Ayla all about nature and wildlife. We recently got a tent and now often sleep out in the backyard to listen to the owls at night.

I’ve always had animals. From dogs to cats, chickens to goats, squirrels, rabbits, horses and even tortoises! O’Bryan is our gentle rescue German Shepherd. He is part of the family and is by our side wherever we go. He loves all kids and outside adventures. Everyday we take our dog, O’Bryan, on a walk around the neighborhood. We like to look for different birds (and O’Bryan likes to chase squirrels).

Meet Ayla

Your child will have a big sister.

I shared a room with my little sister growing up and we both have great memories of me keeping her up under the covers at night, telling her stories. We are super close to this day. Your child will share that same bond with Ayla and they will have an even stronger connection through the bond of adoption.

I make sure to honor Ayla’s adoption story. I often read her stories about adoption and talk to her about how courageous her birth mother is.

HOME SWEET HOME

We live in paradise. A beautiful beach is only 5 minutes away by bike!

We have backyard chickens and we always have fresh eggs to eat and share with the neighbors. We also have gentle rescue tortoises and Popcorn, our miniature pony!

We live in an area with excellent schools. The elementary school your child will go to is a mile away so we can even bike there. 

We spend a lot of our free time at a cattle ranch outside of town. “Uncle Jim”, the rancher, is my great friend and Ayla’s Godfather. We love the wildlife at the ranch. Deer, wild turkeys, and birds all roaming freely. Your child will grow up spending time in the woods, learning all about wild Florida, and the creatures that live here.

OUR LOVED ONES

Our family is always around. My mom and dad will be available when I need them to care for your child.  As a former nurse and a retired lawyer who was a medic in the army, they love nothing more than a chance to relax with the next generation. Your child will have two loving grandparents to care for them. 

If you choose me, in addition to a big sister, your child would have 2 grandparents, 8 aunts and uncles, 12 cousins and a very devoted Godfather.

in closing

Words cannot express how thankful I am to you for considering me as the adoptive parent of your child.

If you choose me, your child will know that your decision was an act of tremendous courage and unconditional love. You will always be deeply respected in my home. 

I am open to the idea of meeting the right man and getting married one day, but so far that hasn’t happened. For me, children will always be my priority. I am self-sufficient and am blessed to have an incredible network of family and friends that surround us with love and support. 

I want to have a level of openness that you are comfortable with. Maintaining contact throughout your child’s life, within your comfort level, is a priority for me. I am so grateful for the chance you are giving me, and I hope to hear from you soon.