What Led Us To Adoption
Having children has always been a desire of ours. Both being from large extended families, we dream of having a large family. Lauren’s father passed away very early, and she was adopted by her stepfather, who raised her as his own. This had been modeled to him by his parents through their blended family. Matt’s mother was adopted. Her adoptive parents passed away early in her life, yet she remains close to her extended family. Matt’s stepmom came into his life at sixteen and adores him. She models respect for people’s family history through allowing the sharing of family stories. Throughout our lives, it has been modeled that family is created through different avenues, each with history and beauty that is unique and absolutely loved.
