Joe and Kristie
Hi!
- WE ARE -
KRISTIE, JOE
& ELIJAH
from TEXAS
WE ARE HONORED TO BE CONSIDERED AS A POTENTIAL ADOPTIVE FAMILY FOR YOUR CHILD.
We can only imagine the difficult decisions you are having to make. By building a family with the help of another, we plan to honor that decision by passing on any customs, family history, or philosophies you may want your child to grow up with. We hope that in our profile, you see something for the life you imagined for your child.
OUR PROMISE TO YOU –
Should you select us, we promise to be respectful of your decisions throughout the process. We have no desire to step in and call the shots – if you want us at appointments or to help make decisions, we will be there. If not, we will respect that decision. We are hoping for a semi-open or open adoption and we will make sure to honor your needs and feelings throughout every part of the adoption plan.
- A LITTLE -
ABOUT US
We are most proud of our sense of humor, stability, and our Hispanic heritage. Through our 12 years of marriage, we have learned to love each other more, make each other laugh harder, all while having plenty of adventures. We love to explore the world by planning one large trip per year, with small trips in between to go hiking, camping, or visit family.
We were chosen by a wonderful birth mother two years ago when we adopted our beautiful son, Elijah. We discussed adoption before trying to have children and when we discovered we were unable to have children without medical intervention, we became fully committed to adoption. After our son came along, we could not imagine building our family any other way.
- HOW -
WE MET
We met in college and dated briefly before becoming friends, where we learned so much more about each other. Joe joined the military and we spoke often, but we rarely saw each other. One day Joe surprised Kristie at work and we were shocked by our excitement of seeing each other. We knew our feelings had grown far beyond a friendship and it has grown ever since.
MEET
Kristie
Hi there, I’m Kristie. The most cherished parts of my life are my relationships, the one I have with my son, my husband, my family, and my friends. My favorite weekend activity is showing Eli the world whether it be the zoo, aquarium, or taking him for a run with my running group and their children. Most weekends family or friends come over, to hang out, play with the baby, and the house is often filled with lots of laughter.
I also enjoy playing with our dog, Penny, planning our trips and holidays, and reading. Elijah loves to read and as soon as he is in his jammies, he grabs a book and plops down into his reading nook for wind down time.
KRISTIE’S
CAREER
My job is to run our organization’s leadership program and help new supervisors adapt to their new responsibilities. This mostly involves sessions where we discuss how to treat employees with empathy, respect, and guidance. I LOVE my job and the people I work with! I specifically chose my employer because of their family-centered policies and benefits.
I have flexible hours and can work from home. The benefits are generous and I plan to take plenty of time for baby bonding.
MEET
Joe
Hi, I’m Joe! Much of my life is centered on my family, especially my son. I am no stranger to sitting on the floor playing with my son for hours on end. I preserve the relationships of childhood, college, and military friends with regular phone calls to check on them and their family and we plan an annual weekend trip to maintain our bond. My friends have young children or are building their family, and are excited to support us as we grow ours.
I enjoy hiking, surfing, spending time with family and riding my bike. I too cannot wait to have a fourth, much smaller bike, riding next to us. My downtime is spent working out and taking Eli to the park with our dog. I taught myself how to play the guitar and I look forward to introducing my children to different genres of music.
JOE’S
CAREER
I work for a family-friendly employer and have a flexible schedule. I am in law enforcement and my job includes keeping our city parks safe by helping distressed hikers or riding a bike on our city’s many trails to provide a helpful presence. My job is essential, stable, and incredibly fun – I know every park in our city!
We have also worked hard to have no debt, which allows us to fund a college education, if that is something our child wishes to pursue.
- OUR -
Furry FRIENDS
We have a gentle Doberman named Penny, who was raised around children and is a willing patient when toddlers want to play veterinarian. Penny is six years old and has a calm and relaxed temperament.
Our cats, CiCi and T-Rex, mostly sleep, but venture out to cuddle and eat – what a life!
OUR
HOME
We live in a small suburban neighborhood in Texas with a park and sidewalk-lined streets. Our home is our sanctuary, with a large area for children which creates friendships between our loved one’s kids. We love Movie Night: where we lay out our softest blankets, enjoy our favorite foods, and select a movie. We also enjoy Music Night where we select songs on YouTube for Do-It-Yourself karaoke
- OUR -
FAVORITES...
SEASONAL ACTIVITY
BRITTANY: Christmas Eve
games
JOE: Handing out Halloween candy
ELIJAH: Singing Jingle Bells
INSTRUMENT YOU PLAY
BRITTANY: Piano (I used to play the saxophone!)
JOE: Guitar and Piano
ELIJAH: Ukelele (and singing Jingle Bells)
SUPERHERO
BRITTANY: Spiderman
JOE: Captain America
ELIJAH: Woody and Buzz Lightyear
VACATION SPOT
BRITTANY: Disney World
JOE: Disney World
ELIJAH: The beach!
CHILDREN’S BOOK
BRITTANY: A Light in the Attic
JOE: Winnie the Pooh
ELIJAH: The Goodnight Train
DESSERT
BRITTANY: Key Lime Pie
JOE: Carrot Cake
ELIJAH: Cookies
TV SHOW
BRITTANY: Test Kitchen
JOE: The Simpsons
ELIJAH: Remy & Boo
DREAM JOB
BRITTANY: Choreographer
JOE: My current job
ELIJAH: Anything that involves climbing
SPORTS TEAM
BRITTANY: Puppy Bowl
JOE: Dallas Cowboys
ELIJAH: Anything with a ball!
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FAMILY & FRIENDS
We are fortunate to have all of our family members close by, and while we used to see them often, oh boy – we see them more than ever since Elijah joined our crew! Kristie’s mom and stepdad plan weekend activities and lunches and just bought a larger car to allow everyone to fit! Kristie’s dad and stepmom host barbecues with Kristie’s step-siblings and their kids. Joe’s parents are the party grandparents, with music and dancing being a big part of their get-togethers. The best part is that all three sets of grandparents are friends and hang out even when we are not around! Holidays are spent with multiple sets of family and Kristie’s mom has a tradition of Christmas Eve games for participants of all ages to enjoy.
Our siblings are the #1 reason we are hoping Eli too has a sibling. We’re both close to our siblings. Kristie moved to the city her brother lived which is where we live now. Joe’s sister has two kids and they stay with us for an extended time during the summer or the holidays.
- OUR -
THOUGHTS ON
PARENTING
We plan for Elijah to grow up knowing he was adopted and we tell him he is loved by more than one set of parents. This decision came from parenting classes which focused on how to raise an adopted child. The training centered on bonding and teaching through the use of gentle words, tone, and touch and to encourage respect and trust.
We read to Elijah daily, find ways for him to laugh several times a day, and take him on outdoor adventures as much as possible. Kids learn through having fun. So let’s
have fun and everyone gets smart in the meantime? Sounds like a plan.
There is no specific path in life and we want our children to choose their own path and we will be there to nurture it. We will provide the exposure to different activities (piano, soccer, swimming), then they get to choose what their interests truly are. Our definition of a successful child is someone who is respectful to themselves and others and who is genuinely happy and fulfilled, whatever that means to them.
FINAL
THOUGHTS
THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME TO REVIEW OUR PROFILE.
We know that only you know the right decision for you. We hope that whatever decision you choose gives you comfort and peace of mind for you and your child. We want the birth parents of our adopted child to feel comfort in their decision to place with us, but we understand it will come with heartache stemming from a beautiful love.
WE WOULD LOVE TO
HEAR FROM YOU!
