Our Story
Thank you for giving us the opportunity to tell you about us. While it is difficult for us to fully understand what this decision must be like for you, we believe that if we were in your shoes, we would want to know what our child’s life would look like growing up in a potential adoptive family. We hope to illustrate how we picture a child’s life with us.
Your child would always know how much you love them.
Your child will know how much he or she is loved, not only by us, but also by you. We will talk to your child about you often, have pictures of you in our home and include you in your child’s nightly prayers. Our door will always be open. For example, we have stayed in close touch with our daughter Evelyn’s first mom by exchanging texts, pictures and videos, and sending cards. We talk to Evelyn about her all the time. Evelyn also spends time with her biological grandparents and older brother. We will always welcome you into your child’s life, in any way that you wish.
Your child would grow up in a loving home.
We hope that our relationship will be an example of unconditional love and unwavering support for our children. We have been best friends for over 20 years, married since 2014, and in that time, we have carried each other through the loss of family members and recovery from illness. At the same time, our family has been filled with overwhelming happiness, laughter and fun.
We have always wanted a big family, and cannot wait to welcome another child through adoption. Because Michelle is a cancer survivor, building our family through adoption has always been our first choice. We adopted our daughter Evelyn through The Cradle in 2024.
By Jesse: Your child would grow up with a strong, brilliant mom.
Michelle is a fantastic mom. She is a partner in a law firm and is passionate about her work. She values education, and is always teaching and reading with Evelyn. Michelle is also very silly. She and Evelyn are always laughing, singing or having dance parties. Michelle lives life to the fullest and creates magical moments for our family every day. I have known Michelle since we were 14, and I have never seen her happier than as a mom. I know our children will grow to be strong, confident and independent, because of her.
By Michelle: Your child would grow up with a creative, stay-at-home dad.
From the day I met Jesse, I knew he would be the best dad, and he is even more incredible than I could have imagined. As a professional photographer, his work has taken him all over the world, but also provides him with flexibility to be a stay-at-home dad. Jesse is a loving, selfless and patient person who takes care of everyone around him. Jesse is also very adventurous and playful. He and Evelyn have the biggest imaginations, and I love the little worlds they create together.
Your child would have a strong foundation.
We value our faith, including attending mass as a family, nightly prayers and volunteering. We also value education, and prioritize reading and always learning new things. And we value diversity and want our children to be connected to their backgrounds. As an example, Jesse and his family speak Spanish, and are teaching Evelyn Spanish, and we have surrounded her with a diverse community.
Your child would be close to his or her grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins.
Our families are so excited to welcome a new little one through adoption! We are both lucky to have large families, so our children are and will be surrounded by love and support. We value our time with our families more than anything.
Your child would go on adventures.
We love to travel and learn about other people, places and cultures. Together, we have traveled to 15 countries, as well as most of the U.S. We have also been lucky to travel with our extended families. We recently traveled to Colombia where Jesse’s extended family lives, as well as to Ireland with Michelle’s family. We have continued to travel since welcoming Evelyn to our family. So far, she has been to 15 states, and we are planning her first international trip now.
Your child would be unconditionally loved.
Above all else, your child will be loved. We cannot thank you enough for considering our family.
