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Thomas and Joan
Nickname(s): Tom and Joan

Dear Birthmother,

While this is a very crucial time in your life you should know that we have the utmost respect for you in choosing adoption for your baby.  Taking this time to find the right family for your baby will give you great comfort in the days ahead.  We appreciate that you want to get to know us and consider our family for your baby. We are a loving family hoping that our family and home could be the answer to your dreams for your baby.  We would like to bring you into our world so that you can share some time with us, if only by this letter. 

If you were to come to our home you would first hear the squeals of laughter coming from our backyard.  As you came closer you would see great works of art on our driveway drawn with multicolored chalk.  Such works would include Cinderella, Ariel, dogs, flowers and some considered modern works of art.  As you looked further you would see a large play set, soccer balls, sandbox, baby dolls in strollers and a tricycle on any given day.  In our family room you would see a well used library of children’s books organized by “farm animals”, “zoo animals,” “religion” and “princesses.”  Additionally, there is a “play” kitchen that is always open for pancakes, soup, muffins and hot chocolate.  You also may arrive just in time for a tea party hosted on the ironing board, a daily ritual.  Let us not forget the singing and dancing shows we have daily, they are awesome! We are Tom and Joan. Our three year old daughter is the resident artist, actress, cook and hostess. Raising our daughter has truly been the highlight of our lives.

Shortly after graduating from law school, we met and became friends while working on securing our careers and paying off school loans.  We often met for tennis, hiking, movies or dinner.  As time went on, our friendship blossomed into love and we were married seven years ago.  We believe that our marriage is successful because we are best friends and are committed to our relationship and to our family.  Tom grew up in a metropolitan area and Joan in a rural area.  We bring to our marriage the best of both these worlds. Tom is an attorney in a small law firm and Joan is a judge.  Our hardworking values instilled in our childhood have resulted in successful careers that have provided financial security for our family. We can provide our children excellent education and learning opportunities that we hope will enable them to achieve and pursue their lifelong dreams and ultimately, lifelong happiness.

Our life as a couple changed dramatically with the birth of our daughter three years ago.   She has made us truly realize the precious gift a child brings to a loving couple.  Since her birth we have focused our time and attention on our family to ensure that we don’t miss a memory.  We have loved every minute of parenting our daughter.  Soon after the birth of our daughter it became readily apparent that we loved our roles as parents and have a strong yearning to parent another child.

 We live in a large five bedroom brick home with large fenced back yard in a historic area that is within walking distance of a zoo, museums, park, and playgrounds.  We are regulars at these local attractions.  Although we live in a metropolitan area, our life is based on the simple pleasures of life.  We enjoy walks down our tree lined street, watching the seasons change, planting flowers, cooking a family meal, and dining at home. We regularly attend church and believe in prayers before meals and bed.
 
As a couple we often discuss the many memories we each had growing up in large families and our love for children.  Our “family” consists of a large extended family that includes over 35 nieces and nephews.  We take annual family vacations to Colorado, Minnesota, South Dakota and Cancun. Our families are very supportive of our decision to adopt and your child will be loved by two very large loving families.

 It is difficult to fully understand the many thoughts and concerns you have about the decision you are making. We hope that this small picture of our life that we share with our daughter will help you to make your important decision.   It would be an honor to love your baby and give your baby a happy and loving life.  We want you to know that our family would welcome and give your baby all the love possible and a big sister who will love and play with your baby forever. May God grant you the strength during this time and rest assured that you have made a courageous decision.  We will keep you and your baby in our prayers and hearts forever.

With love and sincere regards,
Tom and Joan

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