View Message

[Games] Norah's Adoption Agency!
Welcome to Norah's adoption agency. Please fill out the form below and we will strive to match you with children who are in need of a loving home! Enjoy, BtN-ers!LN:Your name:
Age:
Occupation:
Interests:
Disabilities:Your SO's name:
Age:
Occupation:
Interests:
Disabilities:Child(ren) living with you (names, ages, interests, disabilities):Others living with you (names, relations):
Pet(s) (names, species):Location:
Do you travel often? If so, where to and how often:What is/are the household’s religion(s):
What language(s) do household members speak:
The Adoptee(s):
How many children do you want to adopt: (max. 3)
Ages (newborn-17):
Gender(s):
Preferred origin(s):
Preferred language(s):
Preferred religion(s):
Will you accept (please be specific!):
-Disabilities (kinds and severities):
-Multiples (twins or triplets):
-Siblings and/or close relatives:
-Pregnant teen?:
-Teen mom, dad, or both:
--Teen mom, dad, or both WITH child:
-Gay/lesbian teens? If so, which or both:
-Children with a terminal illness:
-Children with pets? If so, what kind(s):Will you allow them to stay in contact with non-abusive parents/relatives/etc.:Other:
Archived Thread - replies disabled
vote up1

Replies

LN: BissonYour name: Caitlin Seraphine
Age: 39
Occupation: Pediatric Nurse
Interests: sports, writing, baking, learning languages
Disabilities: noneYour SO's name: Eric Bradford
Age: 39
Occupation: Social Studies teacher (High School)
Interests: sports, playing cards, French
Disabilities: mild asthma, dyslexiaChild(ren) living with you (names, ages, interests, disabilities):
-Penelope Anne Amelia
Age: 10
Interests: soccer, drawing, science, playing piano
Disabilities: none
-Nathaniel Denis Gordon
Age: 8
Interests: reading, sports, outdoor activities, cooking
Disabilities: mild asthma
-Charlotte Isabelle Grace
Age: 6
Interests: coloring, playing dressup/house/dolls/etc, baking, swimmingOthers living with you (names, relations): none
Pet(s) (names, species): Echo (female Beagle), Ebunny (female rabbit), Nemo and Charles (fish)Location: Edmonton, Canada
Do you travel often? If so, where to and how often: Winnipeg and NWT to visit family, once a year vacation to either the Maritimes or US to visit friends or a sometimes an out of country vacation.What is/are the household’s religion(s): Christian - Catholic
What language(s) do household members speak: English and French (Caitlin knows some German and Latin)
The Adoptee(s):
How many children do you want to adopt: (max. 3) 1-2
Ages (newborn-17): any
Gender(s): at least 1 female
Preferred origin(s): Canada or Europe
Preferred language(s): English or French
Preferred religion(s): CatholicWill you accept (please be specific!):
-Disabilities (kinds and severities): mild learning, mild physical
-Multiples (twins or triplets): yes
-Siblings and/or close relatives: yes
-Pregnant teen?: yes
-Teen mom, dad, or both: just teen mother
--Teen mom, dad, or both WITH child: just teen mother with child
-Gay/lesbian teens? If so, which or both: yes, either
-Children with a terminal illness: no
-Children with pets? If so, what kind(s): yes, any small petsWill you allow them to stay in contact with non-abusive parents/relatives/etc.: yesOther: n/a
vote up1
LN: SommaYour name: Karrie Elizabeth
Age: 32
Occupation: Dental Assistant
Interests: Dance, singing, art
Disabilities: n/aYour SO's name: Francesco Uberto "Franco"
Age: 35
Occupation: Lawyer
Interests: football, hockey, reading
Disabilities: n/aChild(ren) living with you (names, ages, interests, disabilities):
Gemma Marie, 5, dolls, playing tag, biking, n/a
Claudia Isabel, 1, learing to walk and talk, n/aOthers living with you (names, relations): n/a
Pet(s) (names, species): n/aLocation: 20 miles outside of Washington, D.C
Do you travel often? If so, where to and how often: once or twice a year to Italy to visit Franco's familyWhat is/are the household’s religion(s): Christian
What language(s) do household members speak: English, Italian, Spanish, and a little Greek
The Adoptee(s):
How many children do you want to adopt: 2
Ages (newborn-17): any
Gender(s): boy and girl
Preferred origin(s): any
Preferred language(s): at least a little English
Preferred religion(s): any
Will you accept (please be specific!):
-Disabilities (kinds and severities): yes, non terminal
-Multiples (twins or triplets): yes
-Siblings and/or close relatives: yes
-Pregnant teen?: yes
-Teen mom, dad, or both: yes
--Teen mom, dad, or both WITH child: yes
-Gay/lesbian teens? If so, which or both: yes, either
-Children with a terminal illness: no
-Children with pets? If so, what kind(s): noWill you allow them to stay in contact with non-abusive parents/relatives/etc.:
yes
Other:
vote up1
LN: Collins-FordYour name: Margaret Grace "Meg" (nee Ford)
Age: 33
Occupation: Freelance Writer/Stay-at-home parent
Interests: Reading, writing, knitting, animals, gardening
Disabilities: N/AYour SO's name: Pearl Elizabeth (nee Collins)
Age: 35
Occupation: Lawyer
Interests: reading, history, government and politics, law, animals
Disabilities: N/AChild(ren) living with you (names, ages, interests, disabilities):Josephine Eleanora "Josie"
3
princesses, dinosaurs, climbing trees, animals
N/AOthers living with you (names, relations): N/A
Pet(s) (names, species):
Toby, Black lab mix
Jasmine, Staffordshire Terrier mix
Casper, American shorthair
Stormy, calico American shorthairLocation: Saratoga Springs, NY
Do you travel often? If so, where to and how often:
Meg and Pearl like to take driving trips around the US. They also visit their family in California and Alabama often.What is/are the household’s religion(s): None
What language(s) do household members speak: Only English.
The Adoptee(s):
How many children do you want to adopt (max. 3): 3
Ages (newborn-16): Any
Gender(s): Any
Preferred origin(s): Any
Preferred language(s): English-speaking is preferred, if the kids are old enough to speak.
Preferred religion(s): Any
Will you accept:
-Disabilities (kinds and severity): Mild to moderate.
-Multiples (twins or triplets): Yes
-Siblings and/or close relatives: Yes
-Pregnant teen?: Yes
-Teen mom, dad, or both: Both
--Teen mom, dad, or both WITH child: Yes
-Gay/lesbian teens? If so, which or both: Either or.
-Children with a terminal illness: No
-Children with pets? If so, what kind(s): Preferably small pets, like birds, rats, mice, etc.Will you allow them to stay in contact with non-abusive parents/relatives/etc.: Of courseOther: Since Meg and Pearl are a mixed race couple (Meg is white, Pearl is black,) they are particularly sensitive to and would like to adopt children from diverse backgrounds.
vote up1
LN: HannoverYour name: Gloria Evette Marks Halloway
Age: 42
Occupation: Art Appraiser
Interests: Art, American and European History, Sports, Travel
Disabilities: ContactsYour SO's name: Milo Andrew Halloway
Age: 45
Occupation: History Professor
Interests: History, Music, Sports, Travel
Disabilities: Deafness in left ear aided by Hearing AidChild(ren) living with you (names, ages, interests, disabilities):Son: Damian Milo Halloway
Age: 19
Interests: Architecture, Art, Music, Baseball
Disabilities: noneDaughter: Serena Lindsay Halloway
Age: 17
Interests: Science, Literature, Tennis, Music
Disabilities: Dyslexia Son: Austin Joel Halloway
Age: 14
Interests: Soccer, Video Games, Music, Movies
Disabilities: noneSon: Gavin Mark Halloway
Age: 13
Interests: Soccer, Video Games, Baseball, Animals
Disabilities: A.D.D.Son: Cole Brendan Halloway
Age: 11
Interests: Cars, Baseball, Gymnastics, Fencing
Disabilities: noneDaughter: Alexandria Grace "Lexi" Halloway
Age: 11
Interests: Gymnastics, Art, Tennis
Disabilities: noneOthers living with you (names, relations):
nonePet(s) (names, species):Cat: - Frost, Ocicat
- Gary, American Shorthair
Dog: Juneau, Alaskin Malamute
Turtle: Reggie, Red Ear SliderLocation: Westchester, New YorkDo you travel often? If so, where to and how often: Yes. Canada (annually) , Bermuda (semi-annually) , England( bi-annually), across the U.S (often).What is/are the household’s religion(s): JudaismWhat language(s) do household members speak: Family speaks English. Both parents also speak Italian and Russian. Children all semi-fluent in Italian.
The Adoptee(s):
How many children do you want to adopt: (max. 3) 1 or 2
Ages (newborn-17): 2- 10
Gender(s): Any
Preferred origin(s): U.S., Great Britain, Caribbean, Italy, Russia
Preferred language(s): English, Italian, Russian
Preferred religion(s): any
Will you accept (please be specific!):
-Disabilities (kinds and severities): Yes, mental :mild to moderate.
-Multiples (twins or triplets): Yes: twins.

... Load Full Message

This message was edited 1/9/2011, 2:23 AM

vote up1
LN: HarperYour name: Elisabeth Noelle
Age: 34
Occupation: I work from home as an accountant and care for our two sons (I would be willing to take time off to spend with our new child).
Interests: Reading, biking, dancing, chess
Disabilities: GlassesYour SO's name: William David
Age: 35
Occupation: Software engineer (would be willing to take a leave of absence to spend time with new child)
Interests: Computers, swimming, reading, birdwatching
Disabilities: noneChild(ren) living with you (names, ages, interests, disabilities):
Adam Nicholas, age 9, likes reading, music, skiing, and trucks
James Nathaniel, age 7, likes soccer, running, trains, and coloring (no disabilities)Others living with you (names, relations): None
Pet(s) (names, species): 1 cat, CocoaLocation: Ontario, Canada
Do you travel often? If so, where to and how often: About once a year, usually to the USA or Europe.What is/are the household’s religion(s): None
What language(s) do household members speak: English; some Russian, French, and Spanish
The Adoptee(s):
How many children do you want to adopt: 1
Ages (newborn-17): nb-2
Gender(s): Girl
Preferred origin(s): China or Eastern Europe
Preferred language(s): Any
Preferred religion(s): Any
Will you accept (please be specific!):
-Disabilities (kinds and severities): Yes, mild to moderate physical or emotional
-Multiples (twins or triplets): No
-Siblings and/or close relatives: No
-Pregnant teen?: No
-Teen mom, dad, or both: No
--Teen mom, dad, or both WITH child: No
-Gay/lesbian teens? If so, which or both: No
-Children with a terminal illness: No
-Children with pets? If so, what kind(s): Sure, cats or small animals (fish, hamster, etc.)Will you allow them to stay in contact with non-abusive parents/relatives/etc.: Yes

This message was edited 1/8/2011, 10:59 PM

vote up1
FinishedLN: RothYour name: Julia Sergeyevna (Ivanova)
Age: 33
Occupation: Pediatric surgeon
Interests: Traveling, reading, languages, science, children, hockey
Disabilities: NoneYour SO's name: Ariel Shai "Ari"
Age: 37
Occupation: Agent, United States Secret Service (Former Israeli Army)
Interests: Martial arts, traveling, children, sports, history
Disabilities: NoneNote: Julia and Ari both grew up and were later adopted from the same Russian orphanage, losing track of each other for 10 years before reuniting.Child(ren) living with you (names, ages, interests, disabilities):
-AS: Mikhail Sergey Arievich "Misha" (10), adopted from Russia at age 3 (from the same orphanage as Julia and Ari), loves anything to do with flight and robotics(wants to be a pilot or an aerospace engineer, possibly in the Air Force) and being a doting and protective big brother, no disabilities
-AD: Eliora Tikvah Cohen (not Roth) (8), adopted from Israel at age 4 (father was Ari's best friend in the Israeli army and passed away from a malignant brain tumor), loves ballet and playing music (though can't seem to settle with a single instrument), still a slight bit of emotional disabilities resulting from her father's death but those are lessening daily (still goes to therapy once a month with extras as she needs)
-AS: Lucas Elijah "Eli" (6), adopted from the US at age 5 (was abandoned at the hospital Julia works at with a bad asthma attack), loves reading and writing, wants to be a journalist or a TV news anchor, has mild to moderate asthma and always carries an inhaler
-AD: Carolina Susanna "Lina" (6), adopted from the Catalonia region of Spain at age 4 (on a visit by Julia, Ari, Misha, and Liora), loves to run around and always has a lot of energy, was born partially deaf and has hearing aids, but is already pretty good at reading lips and using sign language (but can still speak, just hard to understand for newcomers)
-AD/AS: Sofie Katrijn/Cornelius Adriaan "Kees" (3), adopted from the Netherlands (officially about 4 months ago), they are very mischievous and love joking around, are still learning English, but are gaining the ability fast

... Load Full Message

This message was edited 1/9/2011, 11:24 AM

vote up1
LN: BlackYour name: Luna Morrigan
Age: 27
Occupation: Part-time librarian & teaches Painting at the local Community College
Interests: Reading, painting, traveling, playing w/ the dogs…
Disabilities: noneYour SO's name: Jasper Reid
Age: 31
Occupation: Teaches English 101 & Reading Fundamentals at the local Community College
Interests: Reading, writing, traveling, working on cars, playing w/ the dogs…
Disabilities: noneChild(ren) living with you (names, ages, interests, disabilities):
Theodore Ross “Teddy” 5 yrs. old (Jasper’s nephew that they adopted after his parents were killed in a car accident 3 years ago)Others living with you (names, relations): none
Pet(s) (names, species): Legolas {Dalmatian/Chocolate Lab mix} & Elrohir {Dalmatian/Great Dane mix}Location: Seattle, WA
Do you travel often? If so, where to and how often: to the beach or the country side whenever possible.What is/are the household’s religion(s): Agnostic
What language(s) do household members speak: Both speak English, Spanish, Japanese & French.
The Adoptee(s):
How many children do you want to adopt: 3 (max. 3)
Ages (newborn-17): any
Gender(s): either
Preferred origin(s): doesn’t matter
Preferred language(s): English, Spanish, French, Japanese
Preferred religion(s): any
Will you accept (please be specific!):
-Disabilities (kinds and severities): any
-Multiples (twins or triplets): yes
-Siblings and/or close relatives: yes
-Pregnant teen: yes
-Teen mom, dad, or both: both
--Teen mom, dad, or both WITH child: both
-Gay/lesbian teens? If so, which or both: both
-Children with a terminal illness: yes
-Children with pets? If so, what kind(s): yes (house pets: dogs, cats, hamsters, etc.) Will you allow them to stay in contact with non-abusive parents/relatives/etc.: if that’s what they wantOther: n/a

This message was edited 1/10/2011, 6:44 PM

vote up1
LN: Blomgren DW: Iona Jocelyn
Age: 47
Occupation: stay-at-home mom, volunteer librarian
Interests: romance novels, classical music, comedies, music, playing piano & flute
Disabilities: NADH: Nathanael David
Age: 51
Occupation: dental surgeon
Interests: health, medicine, teeth, children, classical music, classical literature
Disabilities: NA Child(ren) living with you (names, ages, interests, disabilities):
-Jacob Christopher, 19; interests: sports, video games, reading, math; disabilities: NA
-Aidan Robert, 17; interests: reading, writing, art, classical music, playing violin; disabilities: NA
-Lauren Veronica, 16; interests: children, reading, writing, classical music, dance of all sorts, playing saxophone; disabilities: NA
-Dorothea Madison, nb; interests: NA; disabilities: NAOthers living with you (names, relations):
-Grandmother Rosamunde Jacqueline Harbitzer, 69; DW's mother
-Auntie Monica Natalia Gromwell, 45; DW's younger sister
-Uncle Morgan Joseph Gromwell, 48; DW's brother-in-law, Monica's husband
-Cousin Daniel "Danny" Robert Gromwell, 5; DW's nephew, Monica's son
-Cousin Raphaelle "Ella" Julia Gromwell, 5 mo.; DW's niece, Monica's daughterPet(s) (names, species): NALocation:
Do you travel often? If so, where to and how often: NoWhat is/are the household’s religion(s): Christian
What language(s) do household members speak: English
The Adoptee(s):
How many children do you want to adopt: (max. 3) 3
Ages (newborn-17): newborn-17
Gender(s): m/f
Preferred origin(s): British, Irish, Scottish, Canadian, American
Preferred language(s): English
Preferred religion(s): Christian, Catholic, maybe Jewish
Will you accept (please be specific!):
-Disabilities (kinds and severities): yes, of any severity
-Multiples (twins or triplets): yes, either
-Siblings and/or close relatives: yes
-Pregnant teen?: yes
-Teen mom, dad, or both: yes on both
--Teen mom, dad, or both WITH child: yes on both
-Gay/lesbian teens? If so, which or both: no on both
-Children with a terminal illness: yes
-Children with pets? If so, what kind(s): yes, limited to: cats, dogs, rabbits, and birdsWill you allow them to stay in contact with non-abusive parents/relatives/etc.: yesOther: NA
vote up1
LN: McCauleyYour name: Lisa Anne
Age: 26
Occupation: Horse Trainer
Interests: equestrian riding, playing the piano, reading
Disabilities: noneYour SO's name: Benjamin Christopher (Ben)
Age: 30
Occupation: Architect
Interests: architecture, world travels, languages
Disabilities: noneChild(ren) living with you (names, ages, interests, disabilities):
Liam Mitchel McCauley (4) sports, painting
Chelsea Lorraine McCauley (4) ballet, horses(Liam and Chelsea are twins)Others living with you (names, relations): Deidra Michelle McCauley(12) (Ben's niece. Her father is stationed in Thailand and her mother left when Deidra was just a baby)
Pet(s) (names, species): Hazel- Arabian mare, Lucky- dalmationLocation: South Carolina
Do you travel often? If so, where to and how often: we travel to a new country each summer and to see Ben's family in Pennsylvania each ChristmasWhat is/are the household’s religion(s): Christian (but not very religious)
What language(s) do household members speak: Ben speaks English, Spanish, French, Mandarin, Portuguese, and is learning Arabic.
The Adoptee(s):
How many children do you want to adopt: 3 (max. 3)
Ages (newborn-17): any
Gender(s): any
Preferred origin(s): any
Preferred language(s): any
Preferred religion(s): any
Will you accept (please be specific!):
-Disabilities (kinds and severities): yes, any
-Multiples (twins or triplets): yes, any
-Siblings and/or close relatives: yes
-Pregnant teen?: yes
-Teen mom, dad, or both: both
--Teen mom, dad, or both WITH child: yes
-Gay/lesbian teens? If so, which or both: both
-Children with a terminal illness: yes
-Children with pets? If so, what kind(s): yes, any
vote up1
LN: GoldoniYour name: Anouk Elisabeth (Stonem)
Age: 34
Occupation: Lawyer
Interests: Running, outdoor activities, art
Disabilities: NoneYour SO's name: Matteo Francesco
Age: 37
Occupation: Writer, works from home
Interests: Nature, outdoor activities, music
Disabilities: NoneChild(ren) living with you (names, ages, interests, disabilities):
DS: Lars Nicola, age 9, interested in sports (especially soccer), has ADHD
DS/DS: Nolan Andrea, age 7, interested in everything related to robots, no disabilities, and Thierry Battista, age 7, interested in the outdoors, as of yet undiagnosed ADHDOthers living with you (names, relations): None
Pet(s) (names, species): Two cats, Bonaparte and JosieLocation: San Francisco
Do you travel often? If so, where to and how often: About once a year overseas (often to Italy) and 1-2 times a year within the US (to visit family, mostly)What is/are the household’s religion(s): non-practicing Catholics
What language(s) do household members speak: English, Matteo and the boys speak Italian
The Adoptee(s):
How many children do you want to adopt: One
Ages (newborn-17): Under age 6
Gender(s): Female
Preferred origin(s): Open to everything, but preferably US
Preferred language(s): Some English (or possibly Italian) preferable
Preferred religion(s): No preference
Will you accept (please be specific!):
-Disabilities (kinds and severities): Mild to moderate social or learning disabilities
-Multiples (twins or triplets): No
-Siblings and/or close relatives: No
-Pregnant teen?: N
-Teen mom, dad, or both: No
--Teen mom, dad, or both WITH child: No
-Gay/lesbian teens? If so, which or both: No
-Children with a terminal illness: No
-Children with pets? If so, what kind(s): No

Will you allow them to stay in contact with non-abusive parents/relatives/etc.: Yes
vote up1
LN: TuckerYour name: Clara Scarlett
Age: 30
Occupation: history teacher / author
Interests: reading, writing, history, horseback riding
Disabilities: noneYour SO's name: Arthur Miles
Age: 30
Occupation: accountant
Interests: reading, tutoring kids in math, hiking
Disabilities: noneChild(ren) living with you (names, ages, interests, disabilities):
Name: Simon Kingsley
Age: 2
Interests: running, playing games, coloring
Disabilities: noneOthers living with you (names, relations): none
Pet(s) (names, species): one cat, Millie, and two horses, Rio and T.J.Location: Lexington, KY
Do you travel often? If so, where to and how often: several times a year to visit familyWhat is/are the household’s religion(s): Roman Catholic
What language(s) do household members speak: English, some Spanish
The Adoptee(s):
How many children do you want to adopt: (max. 3) 3
Ages (newborn-17): any
Gender(s): 1 boy, 2 girls
Preferred origin(s): any
Preferred language(s): English, but Spanish is also fine
Preferred religion(s): any, but will be raised Roman Catholic
Will you accept (please be specific!):
-Disabilities (kinds and severities): mild to moderate of any kind
-Multiples (twins or triplets): yes
-Siblings and/or close relatives: yes
-Pregnant teen?: yes
-Teen mom, dad, or both: yes
--Teen mom, dad, or both WITH child: yes
-Gay/lesbian teens? If so, which or both: no
-Children with a terminal illness: no
-Children with pets? If so, what kind(s): yes, as long as the pets are not too messy or require special careWill you allow them to stay in contact with non-abusive parents/relatives/etc.: yesOther: After complications with my pregnancy with Simon, I was unable to have any more children. However, after much discussion, Arthur and I have decided to adopt. We are so excited to welcome three more members into our family!
vote up1
LN: Parker Your name: Ashley Michelle 
Age: 31
Occupation: Stay-at-home Mom
Interests: Reading, Writing, Children, Photography
Disabilities: N/AYour SO's name: John Christian 
Age: 36
Occupation: Doctor 
Interests: Music, Hockey, Reading, Nature 
Disabilities: N/A Child(ren) living with you (names, ages, interests, disabilities):
DS: Reuben Thomas Paul Parker (8) - Ben is our hockey player. 
DS: Balthazar Marc Parker (6) - Balto loves to read. 
DS: Thaddeus Liam Parker (4) - Tad loves the outdoors. 
DS: Harrison Gino Parker (2) - Harris likes trains and cars. Others living with you (names, relations):
Pet(s) (names, species): Lady - dog. Chester - dog. Wallace - dog. Location: Quebec, Canada 
Do you travel often? If so, where to and how often: We travel to Germany every summer, and down south during christmas and the summer. What is/are the household’s religion(s): Catholic-Christian 
What language(s) do household members speak: English, French, German, Italian The Adoptee(s):
How many children do you want to adopt: 1-2
Ages (newborn-17): Newborn-1
Gender(s): Girl 
Preferred origin(s): European
Preferred language(s): N/A
Preferred religion(s): Catholic/Christian 
Will you accept (please be specific!):
-Disabilities (kinds and severities): Mild Ones 
-Multiples (twins or triplets): Yes
-Siblings and/or close relatives: Siblings
-Pregnant teen?: No 
-Teen mom, dad, or both: No 
--Teen mom, dad, or both WITH child: No
-Gay/lesbian teens? If so, which or both: No
-Children with a terminal illness: No
-Children with pets? If so, what kind(s): Yes, dogs, cats, fish, etc. Will you allow them to stay in contact with non-abusive parents/relatives/etc.: Yes. Other: N/A

This message was edited 1/8/2011, 3:05 PM

vote up1
LN: RichmonYour name: Vera Alexandra
Age: 30
Occupation: UN WFP (United Nations World Food Programme)
Interests: humanitarian work, reading, drawing and watercolor painting, the arts (going to the theatre, dance, music, etc.)
Disabilities: noneYour SO's name: Alan James
Age: 40
Occupation: actor
Interests: the arts, painting and drawing, reading, cricket, horse riding
Disabilities: noneChild(ren) living with you (names, ages, interests, disabilities): noneOthers living with you (names, relations): none
Pet(s) (names, species):
-Great Dane, named BlueLocation: London, England
Do you travel often? If so, where to and how often:
-to the US for movie premieres and such (Alan is an actor)
-sometimes around the world for international premieres
-Rome maybe once every two months, for Vera's work
-to different places like Greece or France for vacation/holiday, usually two-three times a yearWhat is/are the household’s religion(s): Roman Catholic
What language(s) do household members speak: English, but Vera can speak Russian and French, and a little of both Italian and Spanish. Alan is fairly fluent in French.
The Adoptee(s):
How many children do you want to adopt: 3
Ages (newborn-17): newborn-7
Gender(s): both
Preferred origin(s): Romania, Russia, Ukraine, Middle East, South America
Preferred language(s): any
Preferred religion(s): any
Will you accept (please be specific!):
-Disabilities (kinds and severities): treatable (epilepsy, severe cleft palate, a pre-existing injury like a broken bone, etc.)
-Multiples (twins or triplets): no
-Siblings and/or close relatives: no
-Pregnant teen?: n/a
-Teen mom, dad, or both: n/a
--Teen mom, dad, or both WITH child: n/a
-Gay/lesbian teens? If so, which or both: n/a
-Children with a terminal illness: no
-Children with pets? If so, what kind(s): noWill you allow them to stay in contact with non-abusive parents/relatives/etc.: no
vote up1
LN: StarriseYour name: Sophie
Age: 30
Occupation: SAHM
Interests: Education theory, writing, languages, renaissance festivals
Disabilities: Cerebral palsyYour SO's name: Spencer
Age: 32
Occupation: District attorney
Interests: History, renaissance festivals, photography
Disabilities: NoneChild(ren) living with you (names, ages, interests, disabilities):
Cassandra; age 8; dance; none; Spencer's daughter
William; age 9; soccer; none; Spencer's sonOthers living with you (names, relations):
NonePet(s) (names, species):
Chrysanthemum - Yorkshire TerrierLocation:
UtahDo you travel often? If so, where to and how often:
We travel to California for one week every August to visit Spencer's family.What is/are the household’s religion(s):
LDS (Mormon)What language(s) do household members speak:
Spencer speaks Mayan and Nahuatl, as well as English and Spanish, which everyone else in the household speaks.The Adoptee(s):How many children do you want to adopt:
3Ages (newborn-17):
6-15Gender(s):
AnyPreferred origin(s):
Within USA, but don't care about racePreferred language(s):
English or SpanishPreferred religion(s):
Don't mind background, but will go to church with us.Will you accept (please be specific!):
-Disabilities (kinds and severities):
Any-Multiples (twins or triplets):
No-Siblings and/or close relatives:
Siblings, not relatives-Pregnant teen?:
No-Teen mom, dad, or both:
Dad--Teen mom, dad, or both WITH child:
Dad (child can be exception to gender and age preferences)-Gay/lesbian teens? If so, which or both:
No-Children with a terminal illness:
Yes-Children with pets? If so, what kind(s):
NoWill you allow them to stay in contact with non-abusive parents/relatives/etc.:
No
vote up1
LN: Hill Your name: Anna-May Louise "May"
Age: 47
Occupation: stay-at-home mom
Interests: kids, reading, gardening
Disabilities: noneYour SO's name: Richard Andrew "Rich"
Age: 48
Occupation: architect
Interests: drawing, music, building
Disabilities: noneChild(ren) living with you (names, ages, interests, disabilities):
Lukas Lawrence (17)(ice hockey, dogs, horseback riding)(unknown emotional disorder)--adopted
Caroline Grace "Carrie" (adventuring, outdoors, dogs) and Elisabeth Hope "Beth" (reading, writing, cooking)(10)(both deaf)
Alana Marie (7)(reading, drawing, outdoors)(no disabilties)--adopted
Connor James (3)(cooking, playing)(no disabilities)--adoptedOthers living with you (names, relations): none
Pet(s) (names, species):
Quensi--female German Shepherd
Mystic--female Greyhound
Minstrel--male Greyhound
Legend--cremello Thoroughbred geldingLocation: Ohio, USA
Do you travel often? If so, where to and how often: not often, maybe to the beach or mountains for vacationWhat is/are the household’s religion(s): Christianity
What language(s) do household members speak: English, American Sign Language, Lukas speaks Russian and German
The Adoptee(s):
How many children do you want to adopt: 1-2
Ages (newborn-17): any
Gender(s): either
Preferred origin(s): Russian, Jewish, American, or Ukranian
Preferred language(s): any
Preferred religion(s): Christian
Will you accept (please be specific!):
-Disabilities (kinds and severities): any type emotional/psychological, mild physical, any learning disability
-Multiples (twins or triplets): no
-Siblings and/or close relatives: yes, preferably
-Pregnant teen?: no
-Teen mom, dad, or both: no
--Teen mom, dad, or both WITH child: no
-Gay/lesbian teens? If so, which or both: no
-Children with a terminal illness: no
-Children with pets? If so, what kind(s): yes, dogsWill you allow them to stay in contact with non-abusive parents/relatives/etc.: noOther: none
vote up1
LN: BoscoYour name: Beatriz Rute
Age: 25
Occupation: biologist
Interests: traveling, photography, gardening
Disabilities: noneYour SO's name: Bernardo Gaetano
Age: 26
Occupation: math teacher
Interests: poetry, paiting, traveling
Disabilities: noneChild(ren) living with you (names, ages, interests, disabilities): noneOthers living with you (names, relations): none
Pet(s) (names, species): noneLocation: Turin, Italy
Do you travel often? If so, where to and how often: Yes, we travel around Europe during summer and also to Brazil, to visit my parents.What is/are the household’s religion(s): Catholic
What language(s) do household members speak: Italian, English, Portuguese and Spanish
The Adoptee(s):
How many children do you want to adopt (max. 3): 1
Ages (newborn-17): 3-10
Gender(s): any
Preferred origin(s): any
Preferred language(s): Italian, English or Portuguese
Preferred religion(s): Catholic
Will you accept (please be specific!):
-Disabilities (kinds and severities): mild
-Multiples (twins or triplets): no
-Siblings and/or close relatives: no
-Pregnant teen?: no
-Teen mom, dad, or both: no
--Teen mom, dad, or both WITH child: no
-Gay/lesbian teens? If so, which or both: no
-Children with a terminal illness: no
-Children with pets? If so, what kind(s): yes, any kind of pet is fineWill you allow them to stay in contact with non-abusive parents/relatives/etc.: yesOther: none
vote up1
Congratulations Beatriz and Bernardo!Please welcome Andreina Floriana (5)! Andreina is from Venice, Italy. Andreina's parents both died soon after her birth, at which point she and her older brother were sent to live with her uncle. They were removed from his home a few months ago when their uncle was found guilty of abusing Andreina. She is very shy, and very afraid of interacting with men until she trusts them. Once she opens up to you, Andreina is very charming. She enjoys stories, particularly fairy tales. She also loves to play dress up. She has a cat called Orsino whom she loves very much. Andreina has dark red hair, brown eyes, and very pale skin. Please let us know how Andreina is doing!
vote up1
LN: BassMy name: Evelyn Caroline Addison-Bass
Age: [31]
Occupation: Child Life Specialist
Interests: Reading, shopping, traveling, being with family & friends, going out to dinner
Disabilities: NoneMy DH's name: Kevin Christopher Bass, Sr
Age: [33]
Occupation: Dentist
Interests: Reading, watching movies, sleeping, spending time with friends & family, eating
Disabilities: NoneLocation: Los Angeles, California
Travel: France every summerChildren living with us:
- Kevin Christopher Bass, Jr [8] "KC" - Being with friends, playing games, watching TV
- Alexandra Michelle Bass [6] "Lexi" - Dancing, singing, reading, coloring
- Madeleine Grace Bass [3] "Maddie" - Being just like Lexi\Others livng with us: Nobody
Pets: 2 dogs; Ellie [black lab, 2 years old] & Matteo [great dane, 4 years old]Religion: Baptist
Languages: English & FrenchThe Adoptees:
Amount of children: 2
Ages: newborn to 10
Genders: 1 girl, 1 boy
Origins: Any
Languages: French
Religions: AnyWill you accept:
Disabilites: Yes, mild
Mutiples: Twins, yes
Siblings/close relatives: Yes
Pregnant teen: No
Teen mom, dad, both: No
Gay/lesbian teens: No
Terminal illness: No
Children with pets: No
Contact with abusive parents: No

This message was edited 1/8/2011, 11:34 AM

vote up1
Congratulations Evelyn and Kevin!Please welcome Celine Emmanuelle (7) and Felix Henri (7)! These twins from Nantes, France have been in our care for two years, since their single father passed away of complications related to pneumonia. Both twins are mildly autistic. Celine is an artist at heart. She loves painting, drawing, and coloring. Her favorite things to draw are princesses, because it is her full intention to be a princess when she grows up. She likes making friends, but sometimes finds interacting with others difficult. She likes playing games with her brother when she is not playing dress up or drawing.Felix is a talented pianist for his age, and he hopes to be able to continue lessons. He was very close to his father, and often has trouble sleeping because he misses him. Felix like playing with action figures, particularly superheroes. His favorite superhero is Batman, and he can't wait until he is old enough to be allowed to watch the new Batman movies. Please let us know how Celine and Felix are doing!
vote up1
LN: ShafirYour name: Maya Tehila [Amir]
Age: 34
Occupation: Teacher
Interests: reading, family, travel, languages, helping others
Disabilities: n/aYour SO's name: Elad Yonah
Age: 35
Occupation: Doctor
Interests: computers, family, keeping family safe, tv, computers, sports
Disabilities: n/aChild(ren) living with you (names, ages, interests, disabilities):
Daniel Amir Ze'ev, 10, soccer, basketball, swimming, writing, playing with sister, family, n/a
Ayelet Rivka Pnina, 8, gymnastics, reading, singing, playing pretend, acting, dance (ballet), playing with Dan, family, n/aOthers living with you (names, relations):
Caitlin Elizabeth Shafir "Katie" (16, half-sister of Elad)Pet(s) (names, species): Milky (meel-kee), white kittenLocation: Israel
Do you travel often? If so, where to and how often: Yeah, many different places, especially New York (Maya's uncle) and California (Maya's brother) What is/are the household’s religion(s): Jewish
What language(s) do household members speak: Hebrew, English, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Yiddish, Ladino
The Adoptee(s):
How many children do you want to adopt (max. 3): 3
Ages (newborn-16): 6-0
Gender(s): either
Preferred origin(s): European
Preferred language(s): Any
Preferred religion(s): Jewish
Will you accept:
-Disabilities (kinds and severity): no
-Multiples (twins or triplets): yes
-Siblings and/or close relatives: yes
-Pregnant teen?: no
-Teen mom, dad, or both: no
--Teen mom, dad, or both WITH child: no
-Gay/lesbian teens? If so, which or both: no
-Children with a terminal illness: no
-Children with pets? If so, what kind(s): noWill you allow them to stay in contact with non-abusive parents/relatives/etc.: yesOther: n/a

This message was edited 1/8/2011, 10:50 AM

vote up1
Congratulations Maya and Elad!Please welcome Avi Yosef (5), Liora Irit (2), and Deborah Tahlia (2)! Liora and Deborah are sisters from Hebron, Israel and Avi is from Eilat, Israel. All three children have been in an orphanage since they were born. Liora and Deborah are twins. Their mother died soon after giving birth to them, and their father had left her before they were born. Though identical, they are easily distinguishable by their contrasting personalities. Liora is bubbly and constantly babbling, while Deborah is much quieter. Liora enjoys exploring new territory and making friends. Deborah prefers keeping the company of those with whom she is familiar, and gets scared when she is first brought to a new place with new people. Deborah is very willing to engage in one activity for a length of time (she especially enjoys coloring), but Liora is easily distracted with a short attention span. Avi is a very charismatic little boy. He enjoys being the center of attention, and likes playing with other children. He enjoys being outdoors, and has an affinity for swimming. His mother's husband is in the Israeli army, and was away during the time of the pregnancy. She put him up for adoption to avoid her husband learning of her infidelity. Avi fears abandonment above all else, and he has a deep desire for a stable, loving home.Please let us know how Liora, Deborah, and Avi are doing in your family!
vote up1
Dear Norah's Adoption Agency,Today is the first anniversary of the children's adoption. We can hardly believe that only a year ago Avi, Lio, and Tali came into our lives. It seems like forever ago and yet just like yesterday.Avi loves playing with his big brother... and sister! He follows them around and they don't really mind.Lio loves following her big sister or her aunt.Tali loves her mommy.
vote up1
LN: MercerYour name: Sarah Katherine
Age: 45
Occupation: photographer
Interests: cooking
Disabilities: noneYour SO's name: James William
Age: 45
Occupation: musician
Interests: travel
Disabilities: noneChild(ren) living with you (names, ages, interests, disabilities):
-Adam Harrison (22, music, none) - lives at college
-May Bentley (20, tennis, none) - lives at college
-Riley Lennon (19, cars, none)
-Henry Morrison (16, art, none)Others living with you (names, relations): none
Pet(s) (names, species): Dierks (dog), Morgan (cat)Location: New York City
Do you travel often? If so, where to and how often: yes, to midwest to visit family and to Europe for workWhat is/are the household’s religion(s): Christian
What language(s) do household members speak: English, Sarah speaks French and Spanish
The Adoptee(s):
How many children do you want to adopt: 3
Ages (newborn-17): 14-17
Gender(s): any
Preferred origin(s): any
Preferred language(s): English
Preferred religion(s): any
Will you accept (please be specific!):
-Disabilities (kinds and severities): only emotional
-Multiples (twins or triplets): sure
-Siblings and/or close relatives: sure
-Pregnant teen?: yes
-Teen mom, dad, or both: yes
--Teen mom, dad, or both WITH child: yes
-Gay/lesbian teens? If so, which or both: sure
-Children with a terminal illness: no
-Children with pets? If so, what kind(s): noWill you allow them to stay in contact with non-abusive parents/relatives/etc.: yesOther:
vote up1
Congratulations Sarah and James!Please welcome Evangeline Ruth "Eve" (15), her boyfriend Theodore Patrick "Theo" (16), and his sister Maya Carolyn (14). Theo and Eve have been together for a year and a half, and recently discovered that Eve was pregnant (her due date is 2 months from now). She was kicked out when she told her parents three months ago. At this time, she moved in with Theo, Maya, and their father. Just weeks after moving in, Theo's clinically depressed father took all three teenagers to a home, saying that he couldn't deal with them anymore and was giving them up for adoption. Eve is an intelligent and charming young woman. She wants to be a math teacher when she grows up, and she definitely has the brains for it. She enjoys math and science, and also plays the clarinet very well. She is very nervous for the baby, but feels confident that she and Theo can provide a loving home for it someday. Eve has light brown hair and hazel eyes. She is very thin (when she isn't 7 months pregnant, that is), and petite.Theo is also very smart, though he prefers English to the sciences. He is very much in love with Eve, and is very nervous and excited to be a father. He wants to be a writer, and spends a few hours a day working on various stories and essays. When he isn't writing or spending time with Eve, he enjoys running and playing soccer. He has dark skin, hair, and eyes and is very fit.Maya is very shy, and enjoys spending time with Eve and Theo. She has a few close friends at her old school who she plans on keeping in contact with, but she has never gone out much. She is an avid reader like her brother, loves to cook, and plays the flute. She isn't sure what she wants to be yet, but she knows that she wants to go to college. Maya has the same dark skin and eyes as her brother, but she dyes her hair (which she likes to wear in a lot of braids) red. Please let us know how Eve, Theo, Maya, and the baby are doing!
vote up1
LN: JonesYour name: Anastasia Marie
Age: 27
Occupation: Teacher
Interests: Dance, history, photography
Disabilities: noneYour SO's name: Gerald Nico
Age: 28
Occupation: Music producer
Interests: music, sports, writing
Disabilities: noneChild(ren) living with you (names, ages, interests, disabilities):
Henry Michael
9
videogames, soccer, drawing
noneLillian Presley "Lilly"
6
cheerleading, coloring, princesses
noneDominic Kendall "Nic"
4
videogames, snow, green
noneAlexandra Eden "Alex"
4 mo.
noneOthers living with you (names, relations): nonePet(s) (names, species):
Yorkie: LolaLocation: northern CaliforniaDo you travel often? If so, where to and how often: noWhat is/are the household’s religion(s): Christian
What language(s) do household members speak: English
The Adoptee(s):
How many children do you want to adopt: 2 or 3
Ages (newborn-17): 1-12
Gender(s): either
Preferred origin(s): no preference
Preferred language(s): English
Preferred religion(s): Christian
Will you accept (please be specific!):
-Disabilities (kinds and severities): Yes, any
-Multiples (twins or triplets): Yes
-Siblings and/or close relatives: Yes
-Pregnant teen?: no
-Teen mom, dad, or both: no
--Teen mom, dad, or both WITH child: no
-Gay/lesbian teens? If so, which or both: no
-Children with a terminal illness: no
-Children with pets? If so, what kind(s): yes, anything safeWill you allow them to stay in contact with non-abusive parents/relatives/etc.: yesOther:
vote up1
Congratulations Anastasia and Gerald!Please welcome Christiana Louise "Chrissy" (9) and Irena Clare (7). Chrissy and Irena are both from the Midwestern United States. Their single mother was killed when their home was robbed one year ago. Their father was sent to prison when the girls were 6 and 4 respectively, after he was found guilty of physically abusing them and their mother. Both girls have been in counseling since their mother died, to deal with both her death and their abuse. It will be important that therapy be continued.Chrissy is clearly the big sister, as she sees it as her responsibility to care for Irena. She is very poised with adults, though reserved. Though she finds it fairly easy to make friends, she is a little nervous about having more siblings! She wants to be a doctor when she grows up, and enjoys writing. Chrissy is tall for her age and has blond hair and dark brown eyes.Irena is painfully shy. Even when she feels close to someone, she is very quiet around them. The only person she has felt completely comfortable with since her mother's death is her sister. The only way she would speak to the social worker at first was through playing with dolls together. She loves dolls and takes very good care of them.
She has blond hair and blue eyes.Please let us know how the girls are doing in your family!
vote up1
1 year laterChrissy and Irena are doing great. They are both still in counseling but are doing great now.Chrissy's nervousness about having more siblings flew straight out the door on day 2. She is the oldest being 3 months older than Henry and loves taking care of all her little brothers and sisters. She has been doing very well in school and has made many friends.Irena is still pretty shy but she is doing better. She and Lilly are in the same class and for the first few weeks she only was comfortable with Lilly who she took to very quickly for her because they found that they like to play the same games. Now she is more comfortable at school though still one of the shy kids. Henry, Lilly, Nic, and Alex are loving having more siblings as they are used to being in a big family. It took a little while for Lola to trust them and for them to trust her but they get along fine now.
vote up1
LN: BookerYour name: Trinity Evangeline Temple-Booker
Age: 24
Occupation: Teacher
Interests: Travelling, reading and ice skating
Disabilities: NoneYour SO's name: William Aaron Booker
Age: 52
Occupation: Real Estate Agent
Interests: Swimming, telling stories and animals
Disabilities: NoneChild(ren) living with you (names, ages, interests, disabilities): NoneOthers living with you (names, relations): None
Pet(s) (names, species):
Joss, Chocolate lab
George, Calico cat
Matzi, Black & white cat
Artemis 'Missy', Brittany SpanielLocation: Sudbury, Ontario, Canada
Do you travel often? If so, where to and how often: Trinity often accepts job offers in other countries, especially overseas, but only ever for a year at a time.What is/are the household’s religion(s): Trinity - Agnostic, William - Christian
What language(s) do household members speak: English and French
The Adoptee(s):
How many children do you want to adopt (max. 3): Up to three.
Ages (newborn-16): Preferably under six.
Gender(s): Either/or
Preferred origin(s): N/A
Preferred language(s): English or French
Preferred religion(s): N/A
Will you accept:
-Disabilities (kinds and severity): Mild
-Multiples (twins or triplets): Yes
-Siblings and/or close relatives: Yes
-Pregnant teen?: No
-Teen mom, dad, or both: No
--Teen mom, dad, or both WITH child: No
-Gay/lesbian teens? If so, which or both: No
-Children with a terminal illness: No
-Children with pets? If so, what kind(s): Yes, anyWill you allow them to stay in contact with non-abusive parents/relatives/etc.: If both parties wish it, yes.Other: Nothing else
vote up1
Congratulations Trinity and William!Please welcome Antonio Michel (5) Alessandra Renee "Allie" (5) and Beatrice Jeanine (3). These siblings were born in Venice, Italy to a French mother and Italian father. Their parents both passed away in a fatal car accident during a trip to France two years ago. Since then, the three children have been living with their maternal grandmother, who feels that she can no longer support or care for them. She would like to be able to send and receive letters to and from her grandchildren, if the adoptive family would permit it. The children are fluent in French and Allie and Antonio still retain some of their Italian.Antonio is the oldest of the children (albeit by three minutes), and also the most outgoing. He loves animals, and has always wanted to live in a household with pets. He enjoys playing with toy race cars, of which he has many, and being outside. Antonio has very dark hair and blue eyes, with olive skin.Allie is much more reserved than her twin brother. She too loves animals, and cannot wait to be able to cuddle up with a kitty! She enjoys playing with her little sister and her stuffed animals. She and her brother have similar looks and coloring.Beatrice is a very cheery little girl. She enjoys being around people, especially her siblings. She talks quite a lot, and loves to draw and color. She had lighter coloring and hair than the twins, but the same blue eyes.Please let us know how Antonio, Alessandra, and Beatrice are doing!
vote up1