Ethnicity: We are both Caucasian
Education:Â Kelsey has a Bachelor of Arts Degree.
Andrew has a Bachelor of Science Degree.
Professions: Kelsey is a Sales Associate at a local Furniture and Mattress Store.
Andrew is the Director of Technology Services for a school district.
When did you meet and month/year of marriage: We met in January of 2019, and we got married on August 7th, 2021.
Religion: Kelsey is Methodist and Andrew is non-religious. However, we got married in a Lutheran church and plan to baptize and raise our children Lutheran.
Information on your home/community: We live in a 2-story with 4 bedrooms in a cul-de-sac. We have a beautiful neighborhood with a walking path and many parks close in distance. Our community is very diverse.
Number of children: We have no children.
Pets: We have a loveable puppy named Sadie. She is a Mini Australian Shepherd, and she is 6 years old.
Desired contact with a birth family: We are willing to have contact a few times a year, along with sending pictures and letters along the way. We would love to sit down and come up with a plan that works for everyone.
In one sentence, why do you want to adopt a child? We are unable to conceive a child, however, we have always wanted a family.
Childhood Memory: Andrew- Going to music concerts in the park.
Kelsey- Taking family trips with my grandparents, especially to Disney.
TV Show/Movie: Kelsey- TV show: Law and Order SVU, Movie: The Lion King
Andrew- TV show: Severance, Movie: Interstellar
Book: Kelsey- The Happiness Project
Andrew- Surface Detail
Hobby: Kelsey- I love golf, dance, and the outdoors.
Andrew- Playing video games and riding my bike.
Food: Kelsey- I love Italian, and my favorite restaurant is Olive Garden.
Natalie- I love Pizza, and my favorite restaurant is Shogun.
Vacation:Â We love to travel. We have been to Mexico, Iceland, England, France, Australia, Arizona, Nevada, and Florida.
Family Tradition: Kelsey- Making Christmas Cookies with my mom.
Andrew- Going with family to see snow sculptures.
Together- Going to the Apple Orchard, Christmas lights, and driving to see the fall leaves.
Holiday Memory:Â Kelsey- Going to Grandma and Grandpa’s house for Christmas and Thanksgiving.
Andrew- Watching out the window on Christmas Eve, waiting for family to arrive.
Fun Facts:Â Andrew- I overcame my fear of rollercoasters to impress a girl. I now love them.
Kelsey- I won first place in The Little Miss 4th of July Pageant for saying the Pledge of Allegiance the best.
What Friends Say:Â Lori says, “Parenting is tough, though Kelsey and Andrew have handled so much, and they did it with grace, love, and dignity. If the way they parent their dog is an indication, any child would be lucky to be placed in their home.”
Courtney says, “Andrew and Kelsey are two of the most compassionate and responsible individuals I know. They are devoted partners, always demonstrate patience, understanding, and unwavering support for one another. Their home is filled with warmth, laughter, and a strong sense of family, making it an ideal environment for a child to grow and thrive.”
Dave and Julie say, “We wholeheartedly believe that Andrew and Kelsey will have a positive, lasting impact on any child’s life, offering the care, love, and guidance necessary for their well-being. They value the privilege of parenting and will rise to the occasion with grace, patience, and love.”
