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| We are thrilled to be parents! |
| We are incredibly excited about once again becoming parents and yet we understand that we'll never have a more important job. We enjoy children and are confident that we will provide a nurturing and loving environment for our children. Perhaps you have some reservations about a same-sex couple being able to give your child the type of home (s)he deserves. We are willing to honestly answer any questions that you may have. Both the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Academy of Family Physicians have stated that children of gay/lesbian parents are as well adjusted as children raised by heterosexual parents. We are fortunate to live in an area where our children will not be unusual in having two mothers or in having been adopted. |
| Our Dreams for our Children: We want our children to grow up healthy, happy and with the knowledge that they were prayed for, longed for, and anticipated by us, our families, and our friends for years before they arrived in our family. We want them to know that we love them unconditionally and wholeheartedly. We want them to feel cherished, safe, and valued. We want our children to grow up in a nice house, in a nice neighborhood, and with good friends. We want them to be able to have toys, music lessons, and be able to participate in sports or other activities. We want our children to go to schools where they will understand and appreciate that people in this world come in all sizes, shapes, colors, and levels of ability. We want them to grow up knowing that some people are more fortunate than others and that it is important to do what you can to make things better for everyone. We want our children to be kind, honest, hardworking, and to have a good childhood which will serve as a foundation to become happy and content adults. |
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| Cheri babysitting a friend's son. |
| Education: Our parents instilled both of us with the knowledge that education is one of life's most important foundations. We want to pass this principle on to our children. We feel that while education is tremendously important, it should also be fun. To combine these two goals, we will work with our children's teachers and also combine skills Karen learned during her 5-1/2 years as a high school teacher with those Cheri gained when she worked in a day care center. We think that reading, exploring, and questioning are great ways to learn. |
| Fun Time: Everyone needs some fun and play in their lives. You can read about Cheri and Karen's interests by using the links below. We are interested in a variety of subjects and balance each other well. Most likely, one of us will know something about (or know someone who does) many of the activities that may interest our children. At the same time, we both appreciate the art of doing nothing and just relaxing. Laying on the grass in the backyard, looking at clouds, and imagining anything and everything is just as meaningful as any other activity. |
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| Karen and Jaidan. |
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| Jaidan and a new friend at the petting zoo. |
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