Kari & Blaine
RACE OF CHILD INTERESTED IN ADOPTING:
Any
Dear Birthmother,
To a Loving Mother:
While we cannot pretend to fully understand all of the emotions you are going through right now, we do know the decision you are making is both incredibly difficult and brave. We are humbled by your selflessness. We want you to know our desire is not only to bring your baby into our family but to walk alongside you in this journey. When we say we see God’s heart in adoption, we believe that is not only because he loves children so much but that he sees and loves you. We also see his love demonstrated in the sacrificial love you are showing your baby. We want you to know we are open to whatever level of relationship you would like to maintain with your child in the future, and regardless, they will grow up knowing their legacy began with the incredible love you had for them even before they were born.
Thank you for taking the time to read our story. We want you to know we would consider raising your baby to be the greatest earthly gift anyone could ever give, and your child will be surrounded by love should you choose us. We want to embark on this journey with you and support you in any way we can.
Blaine and Kari
Our Home
We live in a beautiful, family-friendly area of northern Florida. We have a huge grass backyard with a swing set, playhouse, and grill where we spend a lot of time. We live in a very safe neighborhood with a near-zero crime rate, which allows for lots of family walks. We live in a great school district. Our city has lots to do, and some of our favorite places are the beach, children's library and museum, parks, and the zoo. Additionally, there is a nearby pool and splash pad for cooling down during our long summers, and we have many theme parks within driving distance.
Our Extended Family
Although the military makes it difficult to always live near extended family, we have really amazing relationships with both sides of the family, which is a blessing. They regularly make trips out to visit us, and we usually go to visit them once a year. They have all been so supportive of us in this adoption journey and cannot wait to welcome another member into the family!
Blaine is the youngest of three boys. Some of our favorite traditions with his family are going to see Christmas lights or doing bonfires and s'mores at the grandparents'. There are eight cousins on that side of the family, so the kids enjoy playing together. Kari is the oldest of five kids and has a large extended family. Family gatherings usually include hiking, board games, and Mexican food.
We also have a large group of other military families and members of our local church that are like family to us. They have also been so supportive of and excited for our adoption journey!
Facts About Kari
- Occupation: Mom
- Religion: Christian
- Education: Spanish major, health minor
- Favorite Food: Popcorn, ice cream
- Favorite Movie: The Lord of the Rings
- Favorite Sport: Running, skiing
- Favorite Music Group: Thomas Rhett, Dylan Scott
- Favorite TV Show: White Collar, Gilligan’s Island
- Favorite Book: Mara, Daughter of the Nile
- Favorite Vacation Spot: Israel
Facts About Blaine
- Occupation: Military
- Religion: Christian
- Education: Political science major
- Favorite Food: Homemade Pizza, Panda Express
- Favorite Movie: Indiana Jones
- Favorite Sport: Running, climbing, sailing
- Favorite Music Group: Casting Crowns, George Strait
- Favorite TV Show: Star Trek: Discovery, The Andy Griffith Show
- Favorite Book: This Is Awkward
- Favorite Vacation Spot: Northern China/Himalayas