Diane and Mike's Adoption

Molly's New Trick!

2009-06-11T17:27:00.000-07:00

Molly was watching the lawn guy mow, it was so funny! She took it all in and stood there watching him go back and forth. Pretty cute! Hope she doesn't get ideas and jump out the window!

Our little cone head!

2009-05-25T19:45:00.000-07:00

Molly was spayed this past month and she was absolutely hysterical with the cone!

She was flopping into things, banging the sides of her kennel, scraping it as we walked down the sidewalk.I really felt bad for her at times but she was such a trooper! It is off now and she is free! I thought everyone needed to see the beloved cone head!

Molly's First Bath

2009-05-04T19:55:00.001-07:00

Molly had her first bath and was a champ! They loved her at Pet Daddy. Loved the bow, I think she was proud too! She is growing so fast and is becoming such a sweet little dog. She attends puppy classes and has a personal trainer to help her get ready for our baby! She will be such a great friend for a child.

Dolphin Adventure

2009-05-04T19:35:00.000-07:00

On our trip to Mexico we had a great adventure with the Dolphins. Tricks, kisses and the whole nine yards! Future Grandma and Aunt Amy came along too! A great time for all.

Mexico Adventures

2009-05-04T19:14:00.001-07:00

April was filled with sunshine as we took future Grandma and Aunt Amy to Mexico for the first time. Our trip was filled with great restaurants and relaxing on the beach. We are believing next time we all go to Mexico we will be with a little one. We want them to have special times with Grandma and Aunt Amy.

2009-03-25T19:57:00.000-07:00

Our little goddaughter Maddie had a play at school, pretty cute to watch! She was a rock star!
We love spending time with our nieces and nephews and they are ready for a playmate!

Girls in San Diego

2009-03-25T19:50:00.000-07:00

My mom and sisters had a great girls weekend as we visited our Aunt and Uncle in San Diego. Sun, fun, shopping, lunches and lots of laughs. We were so blessed to be able to all be together. Family is so important and we love spending time together. We are a very close family no matter how many miles apart. I am so fortunate to be surrounded by some amazing, strong women, this baby will have some great woman in their life.

Molly in the snow

2009-02-26T18:55:00.000-08:00

The last of Feburary and we had snow today! Molly of course loved it, she didn't quite know what to expect but she was jumping and trying to eat it. Mike and I took her down to the lake to let her run free and that she did indeed. She was trying to pick up sticks and carry them as the snow is blowing in her face, pretty cute. She was a little hard to see as well, her little brown eyes gave her away though. She will be ready to play in the snow with a little one. What a great friend and companion she will be to a child.

Annual Family Vacation to Disney World

2009-02-12T20:12:00.001-08:00

January found us heading to Disney World to meet the family. It was great weather for the most part, 3 of the 10 days ended up in the 50's which seemed very cold compared to the 80's the days before. It all didn't seem to matter watching Haley, Reid, and Savannah enthusiastically delight in Disney! Princesses, Mickey, Minnie, Rockin Roller Coasters, authentic funnel cakes. what more could we ask for? Another great family trip, we even had time to play a couple games of Phase 10. A must for every family gathering!

Molly Girl

2009-02-12T19:53:00.000-08:00

After our return from Puerto Vallarta we quickly puppy proofed our house for little Miss Molly.
We picked her up on January 9th and it has been great fun ever since. She is a really smart puppy and completely house broke. Although the fun has begun, you soon forget what it is like to have a puppy. They love attention. When you sit down on the floor to play with her she immediately curls up in your lap. A very sweet and precious puppy. She is going to be a great protector of a new baby.

New Year's in Puerto Vallarta

2009-02-12T13:35:00.000-08:00

Mike and I spent 12 days in sunny Puerto Vallarta. We enjoyed lounging by the pool, walks on the beach, shopping and the most AMAZING restaurants! New Years ushered in a fireworks show over the water. Mike was not working everyday so we explored and enjoyed the sun together. Warm days, cool nights. Love it!!

Dear Birthmother

2008-12-30T21:40:00.000-08:00

It is difficult to put into words the emotions and feelings at this time when we present ourselves to you. We see you as brave and courageous to have made such a selfless and difficult decision, one that will impact our lives forever; we applaud you and your strength and will be forever grateful.

Mike and I love spending time with the children in our family and have such a strong desire to have children of our own. We spend many a Saturday morning discussing the tales of our nieces and nephews, giggling and laughing over the cute things they have done. We believe we have so much to offer a child. We live in a well sought after neighborhood in a beautiful home, with a great park within walking distance, we are active and both take great care of ourselves, as we both believe that great health is very important.

I am a teacher and know the importance and demands of raising children and we will take this responsibility seriously. We both know that we are our child’s first teacher and are waiting with great anticipation to begin our lives together. We know how blessed we will be by this little life and will be the best parents we can be. We have an amazing family and circle of friends. Cousins on both sides anxiously await the arrival of a new playmate. This child will be welcomed into the family by grandparents, aunts, uncles, many cousins and a wide circle of friends. Mike grew up in the Northwest so his family is all around; Diane grew up in the Midwest but meets frequently for family getaways and annual vacations, and something we look forward to sharing with this child.

Mike is very successful and has owned his own company for many years; he currently is the Vice President of Marketing for a large travel company. We both love to travel and are very fortunate to be able to travel together. We look forward to sharing that with this child. I am able to be a stay at home mom and will cherish every moment; we know these benefits will create a wonderful beginning for this child.

We are Christians and attend a large church here in our city. We will raise our children to have faith in God and guide them every step of the way as they seek His plan for their life.

This plan for adoption will be the greatest gift you will ever give your child. You are embarking on a courageous and selfless act. We ask that God give you strength for this time and peace knowing that you have made the best possible choice for your child.

Diane and Mike