Even though Sarah was pregnant and gave birth to Mia, our baby girl is the product of Embryo Adoption. She has two biological parents in the world who we can't wait to connect with. Mia has already met one biological brother and has a great relationship with him! We have experienced many wonderful things because of adoption.

Sarah's best friend is an adoptee as well. There have been many deep conversations about what it is like to be raised by a loving family that is not biologically hers. She is Korean and her parents are Caucasian. Sarah has seen first hand the adoption of a person of a different race and watched her friend blossom as a person from childhood to adulthood.

As a couple, we understand the many challenges and joys of raising a child who is not biological ours. We know how important it is to maintain relationships with biological family members. You would be a part of our family and never a stranger to the child you are putting up for adoption. We hope your family members and other children you may have will be in our lives too.

For us, our favorite vacations have always been to National Parks. It started when we went to Zion National Park in Utah for our first wedding anniversary. We hiked on mountains and through rivers, had picnics in meadows, and saw the most beautiful sunsets we'd ever witnessed. In the last couple years we've been to Yosemite and Joshua Tree. We can't wait for our daughter Mia and the newest addition to our family to be able to experience exploring beautiful areas with us. Ryan want's to give his children the childhood adventures he never had as the son of a single mother who couldn't afford vacations. A love of outdoors was something that came later for him. He wants his children to be able to experience the beauty and adventure of nature from a young age. Mia is getting there. We've taken her on short local hikes and paddle boarding but the real fun will come when she's a little bit older. We can't wait. The only thing that would make it better is if she had a sibling to share it with. Sarah remembers traveling the country by car with her parents and older brother. Long trips to Colorado, South Dakota and New York were made better by having a friend in the backseat to read, watch movies and play video games with! Many adventures await your child, we hope to give them a life everyone dreams about.

Sarah comes from a big, middle-eastern family. Think of the movie "My Big Fat Greek Wedding", with lots of cousins and every one is an uncle or auntie. Her parents, grandmother and brother all live in the same city and are very close. The family has dinner together, celebrates holidays and takes vacations together. Sarah's parents are active grandparents to Mia. They watch her two days a week and love to bring her to the park, take her for ice cream or play in her toy room at their house.

Ryan also comes from a close family. His sister, brother, nieces and nephews live a few hours away, but we see them all the time! We take trips to the zoo, museums, go get donuts, go swimming and to the movies often. We all love spending time together and doing fun things wherever we are.

The whole family spoils our daughter Mia and all adore her and they will do the same for your child. We imagine your child will have lots of attention and love, from not only us, but from their sister Mia and grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins and all our friends!

Any time someone visits our home, they tell us what a great neighborhood it is and how much they love it. Our area has a vibe that feels like it's out of an old TV show. It's quiet, but beautiful. There are huge trees and a big park that is one minute away we like to walk to.On the 4th of July, flags line the main street and the town has a whole weekend with a carnival, music and activities for kids. Every month in the summer, there's a Midnight Market, with arts and crafts, local bands and bounces houses and kids running through bubbles and water hoses. It's a tight community that truly feels like a small town in a big city.

Our home was built in the 70's and has 5 bedrooms and a big kitchen that everyone gravitates to. It has that structure of an older home, but updated. It's definitely not a cookie-cutter new build, it has character! We have nice yard out back that is fun to explore. We have a basement filled with toys and always have music going. It's a great place to hang out and play. We try to make our home as comfy and welcoming as possible.

First and foremost, we want to express our deepest gratitude to you for considering us as potential parents for your baby. We may never understand how difficult of a decision it is, but are sure it comes with a multitude of emotions. We want you to know that whatever you decide, we respect and honor your choice. Placing your baby for adoption shows immense courage, love and consideration, not only for your child but also for us who will be forever changed by your choice.

We are writing this letter to share a little bit about who we are and why we believe we would be the perfect parents for your baby. For seven years now, we have been on a journey filled with hope and dreams of building a family. We want to provide a loving and nurturing home for a child, while giving them affection, guidance and endless opportunities for growth and happiness. We have all the tools to do these things (good jobs, great home, support system) and now need the final puzzle piece.

Throughout our relationship, we have built a strong foundation of love, trust and unwavering support for each other. We had to because life has thrown some really awful things at us: cancer, infertility, parents dying, a rocky childbirth, etc. But our bond has only grown stronger. We are a team through thick and thin. We don't argue over the small things like who loads the dishwasher right or go to bed mad at each other. After 15 years of being together, we can genuinely say we are at our best with the other person around. All that said, we believe we shine even brighter as parents!

With Mia, there's always music playing in our house, so we are usually dancing and goofing around. There are toys and books galore. We play a lot, we read a lot. We watch cartoons together. We sing songs. We take turns chasing each other around the kitchen island or running as fast as we can. Is it complete chaos or just a lot of fun? Who can tell and does it matter? We enjoy every minute. It truly is our purpose in life. We are eager to do it with another child.

We understand the importance of maintaining a connection with you and we want to assure you that we are committed to keeping you involved in your child's life. We are more than willing to send letters and pictures at agreed-upon intervals, to keep you updated on your child's milestones and adventures. Additionally, we are open to other forms of contact, such as emails, phone calls or even future visits, if that is something you desire. We believe that every child deserves to know their roots and where they come from and we are committed to honoring and respecting your role in your child's life.

In making this decision, please know that you are not alone. Our family will surrounded you with a community of support, admiration and gratitude (also chocolate chip cookies if you are in to that, it always makes our day better.) If you choose us to be the parents of your baby, please know they will be cherished and loved unconditionally. We will provide a nurturing environment with the best resources and opportunities to set them on a path in which they will thrive and become the best version of themselves.

Thank you for considering us as potential parents for your baby. We are sending you all our love and support as you navigate all this, it can't be easy. We are here with you every step of the way.

With gratitude and respect,

Ryan & Sarah