Rob

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From Me to You

What a journey this must be for you! While I can’t pretend to understand how you feel, I want you to know how much care and respect I have for you as you consider what feels right for you and your child. I have learned so much over the years about effective and compassionate parenting and am so excited for the opportunity to love, mentor, coach, and support a child throughout their life.

I’m open to an open or semi-open adoption and would speak transparently and respectfully with your child about their story. I understand there is no one right way or time to navigate these conversations, and I am learning as well, but I would always want your child to feel comfortable asking questions and knowing where they come from.

Family, to me, is not defined by biology, but by love, commitment, and the choice to be there for one another every day. Family means creating a home filled with laughter, honesty, support, and love—an environment in which a child will always know they are safe, deeply loved, and never alone. I believe the strongest families are built through commitment, trust, and the everyday moments that create lasting bonds. Thank you for taking the time to learn a little more about me!

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Why I Am Choosing to Adopt

I could talk about this all day long! I have an incredible life, a wonderful support system, and so much love to share. For as long as I can remember, becoming a dad has been an important dream of mine, and I’m incredibly excited about the opportunity to grow my family through adoption. I will be ready to love, cherish, support, and raise a child with everything I have.

As a professional pilot, I recognize the importance of having a dependable childcare plan. My work schedule provides extended periods at home between trips, allowing me to spend meaningful, uninterrupted time with a child. When I’m away, my childcare plan will include consistent, reliable care, including a live-in nanny. Providing a stable routine and a loving, supportive home will always be a priority for me.

I also believe the life experience I’ve gained over the years will be a benefit as a parent. I’ve had the opportunity to learn from the many families and parents around me and have given a lot of thought to the kind of dad I hope to be. I can’t wait to make a child a priority in my life and share all of its joys and adventures with them!

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Lifestyle

Wow—where to start! First of all, I can’t begin to describe how incredibly blessed I am to live this amazing life! While my career is important to me, my life revolves around my family and friends, and I’m so excited about the possibility of welcoming a child into my family. I was raised by two amazing parents. While my father is in Heaven and unfortunately no longer with us, I’m thrilled to carry on his legacy through a memorial foundation created in his honor, where our mission is to provide an escape for families with children going through pediatric cancer treatment. This has brought me so much joy over the last several years! While that’s a big part of my life, my health and fitness are as well. I’ve found that hot yoga is so incredibly good for me, as it’s cardio, strength, and mindfulness all in one. I also love tennis, pickleball, cycling, and other competitive, fun, and social workouts. Most importantly, I prioritize my mental and emotional well-being by attending therapy as part of my ongoing commitment to personal growth. Therapy has strengthened my self-awareness, communication skills, resilience, and ability to navigate life’s challenges in a healthy and constructive way. I strongly believe that maintaining my own well-being is a crucial part of being prepared to provide a stable, loving, and supportive home for a child.

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About Me

I’m not great at talking about myself ;). However, I’ll start with something a good friend’s wife once said to me: “I need you to come around more often. You are the salt of the earth.” I’m honored to be thought of that way.

My personality? Well, I hope this profile brings it out, as it’s hard for me to put into words! I’m energetic, have a true love for life and people, live my life with faith in God, and believe it takes fewer muscles to smile than to frown. I truly enjoy asking others how their day is and love making people smile.

I love hard when it comes to my family and friends, show up when needed (and also when not needed ;)), and am supportive, empathetic, and selfless. I’m also extremely passionate, disciplined, and determined, and when something is important to me, I give it my all.

My father always taught me that if you’re going to do something, do it safely and do it well! I love learning and teaching, and my word is as strong as oak, with action to back it up. I absolutely love life and would cherish the opportunity to become a dad!

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My Career

My career/passion/calling is all wrapped up together: flying and instructing! My father, my hero, was a pilot and I inherited his passion from an early age. He taught me to be a proud, “perfect” pilot (his term for doing it right and well), and I have so many cherished memories of flying with him. As I grew I learned how much I love to teach (my mom was a teacher), and have loved passing my love of aviation on to so many people over the years. This also has shown me how much I love to mentor and coach others.

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My Bucket List

• Take my golden retriever flying.
• Become a dad and grow my family through adoption.
• Travel to all 7 continents.
• Take my kid(s) to Disney World!
• Get married and continue growing my family—I know God will provide in his time!
• Raise a child who is happy, confident, and supported in becoming exactly who they are.

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My Home

While I was raised in Knoxville, Tennessee and will always consider it home, I currently reside in Houston, Texas, where I’ve lived for 20 years. I never saw myself living here, but God’s plan brought me here for work in 2006, and I haven’t looked back. I thoroughly enjoy the culture, food, and sports here, along with the great road trips to nearby spots in Texas and surrounding states. I love spending time at all of our nearby parks, whether it be taking my dog for a walk, jogging, cycling, or just simply sitting on a blanket and enjoying nature! Our incredible museum and theatre district are only minutes away and provide for endless rainy day enjoyment! It is hot here, so you’ll often find me in our community pool in the summer!! I also love the ability to jump on a plane and travel anywhere my heart desires!

The most important aspect of a home to me is not the physical setting, but the love, safety, security, and support it provides, along with a strong sense of community. I have an amazing support system here and love knowing that my extended family is only a plane ride away!

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My Family

Ever since my dad passed away, my mom and I have grown extremely close. She is my rock, my biggest supporter, and number one fan! I’m so blessed to have her and her support. She is incredibly excited about my hopes of becoming a dad and welcoming another grandchild into our family someday! I have two amazing nieces with whom I’m extremely close. Taylor (24) is one of the most incredibly loving, selfless, and passionate people I know. She loves hard and is loyal to a fault. I’ve loved being her uncle and watching her grow and mature into the wonderful woman she is today. Megan (23) is my other favorite niece (well, they’re the only two I have ;)). She recently married her high school sweetheart, and I was honored to officiate their wedding.

Along with my brother and his wife, I’m also incredibly blessed to have a tight support system of friends who have been in my life for years. I’ve loved being a part of their lives as they have grown their families. Getting to know their children and having a chance to be “Uncle Rob” to many has only strengthened my desire to become a parent, and I know they will be right there with me to love on my child as well!

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Racial & Cultural Diversity

Through my career and the diverse community I call home, I have been blessed to be surrounded by so many different cultures. I love meeting people from all walks of life, learning about their cultures, and especially trying their cuisine! Most of all, I love having friends and a support system made up of people from many different racial and cultural backgrounds. I would wholeheartedly welcome the opportunity to adopt a child from a different racial or cultural background and would be committed to honoring and celebrating their heritage as they grow.

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Traditions

Thanksgiving is a huge holiday for us! It’s 100% family-focused and a time when family and friends come together to celebrate over great food, conversation, and fellowship, with some football thrown in as well! My dad and I always prepared the turkey together—in a very special way, I might add ;). I love carrying on his legacy and look forward to preparing the turkey every year. It has become quite the event! My mom loves to prepare her favorite dishes, and every family member or friend who attends brings a dish as well. It is by far the biggest and best holiday for my family.

May 22 has also become a special tradition since my dad passed away on that day in 2015. The following year, we decided to release yellow balloons—yellow was his favorite color—with messages written on them. We’ve continued the tradition every year at sunset, and each year it’s gotten bigger and better! We’ve incorporated dinners, music (played by me on the saxophone!), GPS trackers for the balloons, a GoPro on the balloons (this was epic!), and so many other fun family experiences. While my dad is physically gone, this has been such a meaningful way to bring our family together and remember him.

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Meet Emma

While I don’t have a child, my dog Emma holds a special place in my family and brings me incredible joy, companionship, and a sense of routine. The daily responsibility of providing love and care to her has deepened my appreciation of caring for another living being. I believe the compassion and dedication I show in caring for her reflects the kind of loving home I will strive to provide for a child.

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My Thoughts on Parenting

To say I will be an amazing parent—well, I sure will try!! I was fortunate to have two incredible parents as role models growing up, and I’ve also learned so much from watching the many parents and families around me. I very much believe in positive reinforcement and the importance of expressing love, offering support, and being present in a child’s life. I also believe in providing guidance, setting healthy boundaries, and teaching that actions have consequences. I will strive every day to find the right balance! Most importantly, I know I have an incredible village of supporters behind me.

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My Promise to You

Family is so incredibly important to me, and becoming a dad is something I deeply hope for. I would love to pass on the incredible life lessons I’ve learned and the values that were instilled in me by my amazing parents. I’ve learned so much over my lifetime and have always placed a priority on family. I’ve traveled to so many places throughout my career, and I would love to experience those adventures through a child’s eyes and give them experiences and memories that will last a lifetime.

Most importantly, I promise to provide a home where a child will be unconditionally loved and supported for exactly who they are, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, or gender identity. I hope to teach a child the importance of loyalty, love, honesty, and hard work, while also making plenty of time for fun and play. I will provide loving guidance and healthy boundaries while always making sure they know I am there to support, encourage, and believe in them.

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One Last Thank You

Thank you for taking the time to learn more about me! While I can’t pretend to know what you’re feeling, I have so much respect for you as you consider what feels right for you and your child. I would be honored to be considered as a potential parent for your child. I can wholeheartedly say that a child will be a top priority in my life, and I have so much love to share. I’m open to an open or semi-open adoption and believe it’s important for a child to know their story and where they come from. I would always speak about you and your child’s birth family with respect and openness and support the connection that feels right for everyone involved. Thank you again for considering me!