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JD & Billy

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Family Type: Gay Couple

State We live in: Illinois

Children: No

Religion: Methodist & Lutheran

dear expectant mother

In this profound moment, we recognize the immense sacrifice and selflessness tied to the decision you are making. Your act is nothing short of extraordinary, and we want to assure you that your precious baby will be embraced with boundless love and care.

We pledge to nurture your little one into becoming a person filled with openness and love, encouraging them to blossom into their truest, most authentic self. Your act of compassion is truly an inspiration to us, and we are honored you are considering us to be a part of your baby’s life. We promise to do all that we can to inspire and instill that same compassion in your child, creating a home filled with warmth, acceptance, and love. Our families have eagerly awaited the fulfillment of our dreams almost as much as we have, and your generosity is the key that unlocks that cherished opportunity.

Your baby will be raised in an environment that celebrates creativity, open-mindedness, the beauty of diversity, and reverence for all living things. The gratitude within our hearts knows no bounds, and we promise we will devote every ounce of our strength to ensuring your baby feels safe, cherished, and supported.

Your gift will be treasured, and your love will be woven into the fabric of our family's story. Your baby will grow up knowing the incredible love and sacrifice that helped shape our journey, and we’ll be forever grateful for the beautiful soul who made our family whole.

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Your act is nothing short of extraordinary, and we want to assure you that your precious baby will be embraced with boundless love and care.

-JD & Billy

About Us

Just as the world was slowly adjusting to life post-lockdown, we swiped right on each other on a dating app, and by our second date, we felt so comfortable with each other that we began sharing our favorite baby names! Our mutual love for all things yummy, wanderlust-filled destinations, giving back to the community, and supporting the arts and our ultimate goal of becoming parents made us certain we had found our other half. Billy’s all about building community through theater and music, sharing his passion for the arts as a music teacher for a Montessori school, drama director for his alma mater, and private vocal coach. Meanwhile, JD’s on a quest to save the world through non-profit work, focusing on building partnerships through creating and sharing community resources. Billy proposed to JD in 2022 at the Chicago Pride Parade, surrounded by our loving, supportive tribe of family and friends.

Our Home

Our home is a delightful three-story condo just a skip away from the lively riverfront that often hosts summer concerts, community festivals, and a weekly farmers market. Nestled in a charming four-unit complex, our home proudly belongs to the historic society—crafted with care and bursting with character. Each room of our home is thoughtfully arranged for making memories with family and friends while radiating warmth and comfort. Our senior rescue dog, Kane, added joy for three wonderful years before crossing the rainbow bridge. Billy’s mom recently moved in and brought with her three feline friends! Our school district is the largest in the state and offers specialized education opportunities for students interested in pursuing specific occupations.

Our Extended Family

Billy’s immediate family includes his mother, two sisters, and a nephew. Sadly, Billy's father has passed away, though his legacy of living life to the fullest remains with us. Billy has a large extended family: nine aunts and uncles, twelve cousins, twenty second cousins, and a great aunt. They enjoy taking family vacations; love hosting annual holiday parties complete with games, music, and good food; and share an appreciation for the performing arts, often seeing live performances and collaborating on community theater productions.

Although he’s part of a large blended family, JD has been raised to treat each member of that family as if they were blood relatives. On both his mother’s and father’s sides, there is a collection of full, half-, and step-parents, siblings, nieces, nephews, and cousins. JD’s family’s most cherished pastime is getting together to share meals, card games, and random adventures. JD’s favorite tradition is visiting his family’s cabin in the mountains of West Virginia. There, they cook over an open fire, fish and kayak in the rivers and streams, bike the river trail, and visit local attractions.

We love quick weekend getaways, experiencing the great outdoors, and visiting theme parks across the nation!

What Led Us To Adoption

We decided to pause our wedding plans to focus on what we consider our ultimate goal as a couple: starting our family. Billy grew up in a family that fostered many children and has two adopted sisters, which gave him insight into the adoption process. JD got familiar with LifeLong Adoptions through his involvement with gay rights advocacy groups in San Diego. It’s a meaningful way to expand our family, and we are committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment for a child to thrive in. While adoption demands a lot of love, patience, and dedication, the joy and fulfillment it brings are immeasurable.

more about JD

Occupation:: Business Development Manager
Religion:: Methodist
Race:: Caucasian
Education:: BA Political Science & Business Administration
Food:: Mexican (TACOS!)
Hobby:: Cooking, travel
Movie:: Death Becomes Her
Favorite Tradition:: Board/card games

Sport:: Kayaking, biking
Holiday:: Christmas
Music Group:: Kenny Chesney
TV Show:: Friends, Will & Grace
Book:: The Aaron Ralston Story
Subject in School:: History, political science
Dream Vacation:: Greek Isles, Hawaii

more about Billy

Occupation:: Music teacher, theater director, vocal coach
Religion:: Lutheran
Race:: Caucasian
Education:: BA Theatre
Food:: Pizza, sushi
Hobby:: Graphic design, performing, travel
Movie:: Dirty Dancing, Disney movies
Favorite Tradition:: Going to Disney World!

Sport:: Baseball, hiking
Holiday:: Halloween
Music Group:: Sara Bareilles, Carrie Underwood, musicals!
TV Show:: Friends, Schitt’s Creek, Buffy
Book:: The Picture of Dorian Gray
Subject in School:: English, choir
Dream Vacation:: Greek Isles, Hawaii

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