JUDY &DOUG

THANK YOU FOR CONSIDERING US AS POTENTIAL ADOPTIVE PARENTS FOR

YOUR CHILD

We are a creative, friendly and adventurous couple looking forward to sharing our love and curiosity

about the world with a child. We know that this

is a very important decision for you and

can only imagine the emotions you must be

experiencing. We are excited about starting

a family, and are grateful that you are taking

the time to learn more about us.

dear BIRTHPARENTS

HELLO &

W E L C O M E !

W E A R EJudy and Doug

On vacation

Our family... so far!

WE WANT OUR CHILD TO GROW INTO A CONFIDENT AND UNIQUE INDIVIDUAL AND BELIEVE THAT THE BEST WAY TO DO THIS IS BY RAISING THEM WITH RESPECT AND EMPATHY. We will provide them a loving

and peaceful environment, listen to them, guide them, and

teach them to live life to the fullest.

Things we will teach our child...

1. Have empathy for those around you and treat them with kindness

2. The world is an amazing place to learn about and explore

3. Discover what interests you and pursue the things that make you happy

4. Follow your own unique path

We are a happily married couple eager to start a family. Our relationship

is strong and emotionally healthy.

We are both spouses and best

friends. WE RESPECT EACH OTHER AS INDIVIDUALS AND CAN TALK ABOUT ANYTHING RATIONALLY. AT THE SAME TIME, WE SHARE A HEALTHY DOSE OF GOOFINESS AND LAUGHTER WITH ONE ANOTHER. We will provide a

stable environment in which a

child will feel free to express

themselves.

In our spare time, we like

to keep busy with creative

activities, such as painting,

playing music, and writing.

Our house is filled with art

supplies, musical instruments,

books, and games.

Spending time outdoors is

another one of our favorite

pastimes and we like to go

hiking and camping. We look

forward to sharing our love of

life with a child.

a little bitABOUT US

Motorcycle race at the arcadeFound a tree with our names

Art: Drawing and painting are two of Judy’s favorite pastimes

Music: Doug enjoys playing guitar and other musical instruments

Reading: We both enjoy reading and have a large collection of books in our home

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J udy is one of the most honest and loving people I know, and I am lucky to have her as a partner. She is a great listener and always

up for random adventures and long walks or hikes. Judy was

born in Illinois, and grew up as the youngest of five children.

She went to college to study French and Art. Part of her

college years were spent studying in France and Quebec City.

During these years, she worked in Switzerland for six months

as a nanny, and spent several summers working as a camp

counselor. She completed her graduate degree in French.

Years, later she went back to school to complete a graduate

program in web and graphic design, which she has been using

professionally ever since.

Kayaking on Green Lake

At the top of Rattlesnake Peak

I N T R O D U C I N GJ U D Y

why Judy will BE A GREAT MOM!

Taking in the view of

Mt Ranier

Playing pitch and putt golf

in Seattle

Judy is extremely creative, and

loves to spend time painting,

drawing with colored pencils, and

writing short stories. She also

enjoys spending time outdoors,

doing things like hiking, camping

and kayaking. She is great with

kids, and I’m certain she is going

be an amazing mom. When around nieces and nephews she loves to play games with them, tell stories, and do creative activities. Judy is very

patient and caring with kids, and

I know she is looking forward to

being a mother.

by Doug

D oug is one of the most thoughtful, caring and intelligent people I have ever met. We have a great time together whether hiking,

working on creative projects, playing games, and even doing

chores around the house. He is a great person to talk to, and

has a good sense of humor. He is also incredibly responsible

and well organized. I am lucky to have him on my team. He grew

up in the suburbs of Long Island with his parents, sister, and

family dog. Since he was very young, he has been interested

in computers and technology, and this eventually became his

career. After attending college in upstate New York, he lived and

worked in several different parts of the country.

I have always been impressed by how productive and creative

Doug is in his spare time. He plays music, writes video games,

makes electronic devices, reads, and draws. He also has a

huge library of books on philosophy, science, spirituality and

psychology. He and I love socializing with others, playing board

games, and seeing plays and performances together.

A walk on the beach

Building a fort with our niece and nephew

I N T R O D U C I N GD O U G

One of the main reasons we

moved to Long Island was

because Doug grew up here

and much of his family still lives

nearby. I really enjoy seeing Doug

spend time with his niece, nephew,

and other young family members.

He plays games and sports with them, teaches them how to build things, and talks with them in a way that shows that he really cares about them and what they have to say. They love

spending time with him and I am

sure he will be a kind, fun-loving

and devoted father.

Music is one of Doug’s favorite pastimes

why Doug will BE A GREAT DAD!

Taking a break on a beach hike

by Judy

Us at a local park

Judy and her giant calzones

ABOUT OUR

H O M E A N D community

OUR HOME IS IN A QUIET, TREE-FILLED NEIGHBORHOOD IN NEW YORK!

We regularly enjoy walks on the local beaches and at the nearby

parks. We are committed to living in places which are safe, have good schools, and are a positive environment for young children to grow. The atmosphere of our home is calm and loving, one in which a child will feel secure and thrive. They will feel free to be themselves and to grow in their own unique way.

We look forward to furnishing a nursery with warm bedding, cute toys, and everything our adopted child will need to be comfortable and happy.

Taking a hike near our home

when we’re at work

O U R H O B B I E S &I N T E R E S T S

Exploring a park

Playing badminton at our campsite

Swinging Tarzanstyle

Doug is a software engineer at a media company and Judy is a web designer.

Both of us work with computers and love technology,

but spend much less time in front of the television than

many other families. We believe in being engaged with

the world, thinking independently, and finding our own

answers to life’s big questions. We will teach our child

to do the same.

We both have college degrees and a lifelong love of

learning. In college, Doug studied Information Science

and Philosophy. Judy has Master’s degrees in both

French and Graphic Design. WHILE WE APPRECIATE

FORMAL EDUCATION, WE ALSO BELIEVE THAT

SOME OF THE MOST VALUABLE LEARNING TAKES

PLACE OUTSIDE OF SCHOOL. We look forward to reading to our child, sharing art and music, visiting museums, and helping them to explore their interests.

We are lucky to have careers which will allow us to spend a good amount of quality time with a baby. Parenting will be our top priority, and we will be committed to giving our child the attention they deserve.

• Being Outdoors: We love hiking, camping and going to the beach• Art: Drawing and painting are two of Judy’s favorite pastimes• Music: Doug enjoys playing guitar and other musical instruments• Reading: We both enjoy reading and have a large collection of books in our home • Spending Time with Family and Friends: We like to host dinners and get-togethers for

our family and friends

FOOD TO MAKE TOGETHER

Doug: Chili macJudy: Chocolate chip cookies

CHILDHOOD ACTIVITY

Doug: Exploring the woods and computer programmingJudy: Drawing and bike riding

HOBBY

Doug: Playing musicJudy: Watercolor painting

HOLIDAY

Doug: Thanksgiving, when the family gets togetherJudy: Fourth of July, because it is in the summer

CHILDREN’S SHOW

Doug: Adventure TimeJudy: Goonies

favoritesA F E W M O R E O F O U R

Wedding day with the family

Being silly with ourniece and nephew

Family is very important to us. We live close to

several family

members,

and see our

relatives regularly for holidays,

informal family get-togethers,

barbeques, and game nights.

Our extended family includes

several young cousins ranging

from ages one to nine, many of

which live very close by. When

we visit with our niece, nephew

and cousin’s children, we play

games with them, read stories,

give cooking lessons, and talk

with them about school and

everything that is important to

them.

meet ourFAMILY On a cruise with family

On a ride with our nephew

Our family all dressed up

Judy building a robot with our niece

Our special day with extended family

ONE THING WE REALLY ENJOY IS...

hosting dinner and get-togethers for our family and friends.

O U R A D O P T I O NP R O M I S E

We want our child to grow into a confident and unique person

and we believe that the best way to do this is by raising

them with understanding and empathy. We will encourage our

child to think for themselves, try new things, be fascinated by

the world, and to become the person they want to become.

We will provide for the child, offering them a safe environment,

comfortable clothes, nourishing food, doctor’s visits, and

opportunities for healthy active play.

WE WILL OFFER A HAPPY AND EMOTIONALLY STABLE HOUSEHOLD. Our love and commitment to one another and to

our child will help them feel safe and will teach them how to be

kind to others.

Learning is important to us. We look forward to sharing our

knowledge and curiosity about the world with a child, and we

will help them to discover and pursue their own interests.

Above all, we will show them love, through fun times and more difficult ones. We will be attentive to them and to their needs. Our child

will know that they can talk to us about anything. It is our hope

that our commitment to them will help them flourish and shine

in their lives.

T hank you for taking the time to learn about us. We hope

that we’ve given you a glimpse into who we are and

our dreams of starting a family.

We are excited about adoption and are ready for the

awesome responsibilities and rewards of parenthood.

We will provide a home full of warmth, patience,

creativity and laughter. Through the years, your

child will be encouraged to learn, to imagine, and to

become the person they want to become.

We would be thrilled to be chosen as adoptive

parents for your child. We really like the idea of open

adoption, and would be happy to share letters and

pictures, and possibly find more ways of keeping in

touch. Whether you choose us or another path, we

wish you the very best.

If you have additional questions

for us or would like to speak

to us, please contact THE ADOPTION ALLIANCE BY

CALLING 1-800-626-4324.

WE’D LOVE TO

H E A R F R O M Y O U !

Thank You!

J U D Y A N D D O U G