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State We Live in: Michigan
Our Religion: Christian
Stay At Home Parent: Yes
Our Age Preferences: Newborn-3 Months
Our Gender Preferences: Either Gender
Our Race Preferences: Any Race, African American, African American/Hispanic, Asian, Caucasian, Caucasian/African American, Caucasian/Asian, Caucasian/Hispanic, East Indian, Hispanic, Middle Eastern, Native American
Open to Twins: Yes
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Hello! We’re Sarah and Clayton. We became parents through adoption six years ago and are hoping to grow our family again. We’re so excited to share our love for life’s everyday moments with a second child. Open adoption has already blessed us in so many ways and we welcome a connection with you as your child grows.
Our Story
A guy from Texas and a girl from Ohio: We met and began dating during college and have been inseparable ever since. Now we’ve been married for 11 years! Though we grew up in different states, we have a lot in common. Our similar sense of humor, love for coffee and good food, and dedication to our faith keeps us connected and constantly learning and laughing together.
We were blessed to become parents to our daughter, Aubrey, through open adoption. Our days are now filled with living room dance parties, splash pads, Legos and playdates, and we wouldn’t change a thing! As we look ahead to becoming a family of four, we’re so excited for all the sweet milestone moments that come with a new baby, and we can’t wait to see the sibling bond that develops between Aubrey and our future child.
Meet Clayton (by Sarah)
Sarah says: Clayton is a fun, caring, involved dad and a natural protector and provider for our family. He is kind, smart, and really funny. He can make me laugh until I cry and finds ways to make me feel loved every day. He’s a hard worker who always does his absolute best. Whether he’s teaching at our church, cooking, mowing the grass, or helping out a friend, he gives his all in everything he does.
Clayton shares a sweet daddy-daughter bond with our daughter and I know he’s excited to find new ways to bond with our next child. He can’t wait to have another helper in the kitchen, with projects around the house, and to play at parks with!
Clayton’s hobbies include:
– Singing and playing the guitar
– Working on our yard & garden
– Working out
– Baking (cinnamon rolls, scones, and Detroit-style pizza recently)
– Hiking, camping, all things in nature
Meet Sarah (by Clayton)
Clayton says: Sarah is an incredible mom who amazes me daily by the love, fun, spirituality, and intentionality she puts into life. She loves making memories with our daughter and finding places to explore together around our city.
On top of being a great mom, Sarah is an amazing wife. She knows just what to say to encourage me and reminds me of truth when I need it most. She makes me laugh like no one else can (we have a lot of random, inside jokes after so many years together!). She is my confidante, morning coffee date, and best friend. I couldn’t imagine my life without her in it.
Sarah’s favorite things to do as a stay-at-home-mom:
– Cuddle up on the couch and read a good book
– Paint, color, play-doh.. anything crafty!
– Go on nature walks and picnic
– Bake treats (muffins, banana bread, cookies) together
– Be there for the fun conversations and questions of childhood
Our Daughter
Aubrey is pure joy. She’s funny, generous, compassionate, has a huge imagination, and loves her friends and family fiercely. She joined our family through adoption at birth and we are thankful to share a great, ongoing relationship with her birth mom and extended family. Aubrey is in first grade at a local hybrid school and loves being involved with kids programs and events at our church. She is so ready to become a big sister and is excited to teach a sibling everything she knows, like how to ride a scooter, her amazing dance moves, and how much God loves them.
Our Home and Pup
Our home is a three-bedroom brick ranch with a full basement and fenced backyard. We have amazing neighbors, a swing set out back and a park in walking distance that we visit when it’s sunny or windy (to fly kites!). We have an extra room ready and waiting to transform into a nursery. We can’t wait to decorate once we know if we’re welcoming a boy or girl!
We share our home with our 10-pound Yorkie named Piper. She’s been in our family since she was a puppy. She’s a gentle little buddy for our daughter and is sweet with other kids who come over. We love having her in our family!
Our Promise
We promise that your child will grow up provided for, loved, & fully accepted by us.
As we have with our daughter, we will raise your child to know and treasure their adoption story. We will work to maintain a connection with you throughout your child’s life, if that is your desire. We can promise you that life growing up in our home will be filled with love, game nights, laughter, good books, cozy blankets, Christian community, and great food!
We’d love to talk with you! Please call or text Lifetime at 1.800.923.6784.
More About Clayton
Education: Master's Degree
Profession: Senior Pastor
Stay-At-Home: No (but has Fridays off!)
Racial Background: Caucasian
His Favorites:
Late night snack: Popcorn
Hot drink: All coffee, especially pour-over coffee
Childhood movie: Jurassic Park
Candy: Skittles, gummy bears, peach rings
Thing to bake: Homemade cinnamon rolls
Childhood memory: The first (and last!) time I saw it snow in my hometown in south Texas
Travel memory: Going to Bosnia with Sarah
More About Sarah
Education: Bachelor's Degree
Profession: Stay-at-home mom, freelance copywriter (remote)
Stay-At-Home: Yes (I'm so thankful to get to!)
Racial Background: Caucasian, Middle Eastern
Her Favorites:
Late night snack: Cold Stone ice cream
Hot drink: Spicy chai tea or coffee
Childhood movie: Pocahontas
Candy: Chocolate covered anything
Thing to bake: Peanut butter chocolate chip cookies
Childhood memory: Canada vacations, irish dancing with my sister, Christmas traditions
Travel memory: Visiting my brother and his family in Puerto Rico
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More About Our Family
In our family...
- We love an unplanned adventure day
- We take an interest in whatever our kids are into (currently: swimming, Roald Dahl books, and painting)
- We highly value education and cultivating a love of learning
- We love to have friends and family in our home to share life and meals together
As parents we will...
- Encourage your child to pursue his or her dreams and interests
- Talk about you with love and respect
- Raise your child to be kind, confident, and generous
- Model faith in Jesus and a love for the church
- Instill a love of learning and cultural diversity
- Prioritize fun and laughter!
Our Family
We love to be with family as often as we can! We are very close to Clayton's parents; they make regular trips up to visit us and we fly down to see them in Texas at least once a year. Sarah has a brother who lives with his wife and daughter in Puerto Rico, and two younger sisters: one who lives with her parents in Ohio, and another who is married and lives near to us. We get together with family often and are thankful to have great relationships. Everyone is excited to welcome a new baby into the family and praying for our adoption!
Our Faith
Our relationship with Jesus means everything to us. We gather with our church, read the Bible, love unconditionally, pray, invite people to share meals around our table, and seek to be generous. We do all of these things because we have experienced the love of God and we want to share that love with everyone around us. Our faith leads us to parent with gentleness, joy, and love at the center of all that we do!
In Closing
Thank you for getting to know us! Adoption has already changed our lives for the better in so many ways. As parents, we will give your child an amazing life full of love, security, support, and travel. We will share our faith in Jesus with him or her and would love to stay in touch with you, if you're open to it.