Brent and Tanya - Fond du Lac, Wisconsin

Dear Birth Parent(s),

Thank you for choosing to give the gift of life. We have so much respect for you. We understand that you are contemplating adoption for your baby which is a difficult decision that requires so much sacrifice. A person would only be able to make that decision for someone they truly love. It takes a lot of strength and selflessness to put your child's needs first.

We are thankful and honored you are considering us to parent your child. We would lovingly welcome him or her into our home. We have been looking forward to parenthood since we decided to get married.

Our story began just after we graduated college. Our best friends began dating and decided to set us up. It took a little while before plans came together but once we had our first date everything seemed to fall into place. We both felt, almost immediately, that we were meant to be together. We felt complete. We introduced each other to our families within the first week of dating. Our families showed overwhelming approval. We were dating for two and half years when Brent proposed.

We began to try to have children immediately after our wedding. We struggled through the frustrations for a few months and then sought medical help. Both of us found out we had medical issues that would make having children naturally very difficult.

This was a very trying time for both of us. Brent comes from a family of 3 brothers and 1 sister. Tanya comes from a mixed family of 5 brothers. All of our siblings and friends were having or considering children. We relied a lot on each other for support; and our families and friends helped us realize that God has a different plan for us. We began to look at adoption together. This whole process has brought us closer than we ever thought possible.

We are a happy, fun-loving couple. Family is important to both of us and we are very close to our parents, brothers and sisters, as well as extended family. We spend a lot of time with our nieces and nephews who are all excited at the possibility of another cousin. We enjoy going for walks together with our dog, Gilbert. We also love sports – playing, coaching, and watching! We are both avid readers and sometimes enjoy reading a novel together. In addition, we enjoy snuggling up and watching movies together.

Tanya is loving, smart, funny, and educated. She is the rock of our relationship. She supports me endlessly. I know I can rely on Tanya to be there for me no matter what we are going through. Tanya is a third grade teacher at a nearby school district. She has touched the lives of both students and faculty throughout her three years. She has a love for learning and is currently pursuing her Masters’ Degree with a Principal licensure. Tanya has spent a lot of time with children, both at work and at home. I enjoy watching kids’ faces light up when she walks in the room. I am happy to have her as my wife and I know she will make a terrific mother.

Brent is generous, gentle, loving, and patient. He also has a great sense of humor. He is my best friend and a wonderful husband. I have no doubts that he will make a fantastic father. Brent works for Family Services as a case manager and at Boys and Girls Club as a mentor. He spends his days helping others put together resumes and prepare for job interviews. Some evenings he can be found playing basketball with the kids at Boys and Girls Club. His caring demeanor shines through in everything he does. I am truly blessed to have found him.

We hope to adopt at least two children. We desire an open adoption; and we are looking to establish a strong relationship with our children's birth parents. The more people to help love our children, the better! We really look forward to parenthood and all the surprises/challenges that come with it!

We would be delighted to meet with you and answer any questions you might have. Whether you decide to parent or adopt, may God guide you and continue to give you strength to make the best decision for you and your child.


Sincerely,

Brent and Tanya

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