Our Letter to Birth Parents

Dear Birth Parents,

We are so excited about the prospect of becoming parents and words cannot express our appreciation and gratitude for your willingness and sacrifice to give us, or someone like us, the opportunity to be parents. We know that you are working on making the best, most loving and caring decision for your baby’s future. We pray for your happiness and know that Heavenly Father will guide you towards decisions that can secure peace for you and your child.
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LeeAnn about Steve:

Steve is my very best friend. He is the kindest, most generous, patient and fun man I have ever known. He makes me laugh and smile! My life with him is wonderful!

Steve loves to be doing things; he’s always got some sort of project going on. He works hard at everything he does, and cares a lot about the people around him. He loves his job in the Navy, and works hard to help everyone around him progress. He’s finishing his Master’s degree in Aeronautical Science, emphasizing in Space Studies and Aviation/Aerospace Management (yes I married a rocket scientist:) ), and next year when he finishes with the Navy he wants to work in the aerospace industry. It would not be a surprise then to know that he loves astronomy and that we have a large telescope that he plays with, and takes to youth functions when they ask him. He loves indoor plants, and sneaks in new ones in a variety of ways; and he also really enjoys gardening outdoors. His way of relaxing is playing a video game on the computer, surfing the internet for cool gadgets, or reading a good book. He likes hiking, camping, and as we’ve just discovered recently, sailing!

I also can’t wait to see Steve as a father. He is so fun to watch with children! Because of his calling, he shakes a lot of peoples hands at church, and he always makes sure to include the kids. They love him for it, and he's even got some of the shy ones smiling at him. He’s so kind and patient and gentle.

I have learned so many things from my husband. His kind example has made me a kinder, more generous and patient person. I love him so very much, and can honestly say that he brings happiness into my life. I am so grateful that we will be together forever!
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Steve about LeeAnn:

LeeAnn is “mi media naranja” meaning “my half orange” in Spanish. The meaning is that she is my better half, the part that compliments my abilities and weaknesses in such a way that together, we are whole. I have also jokingly given her the titles of C.F.O. (Chief Financial Officer) because she manages our family’s finances and C.O.O. (Chief Operations Officer) of our home. LeeAnn has an inner drive to accomplish great things and be the best that she can. She is perceptive to the needs of others and cares deeply for their comfort and happiness. LeeAnn doesn’t accept anything done halfway. She does the best in all that she does and manages the daily running of our home expertly.

LeeAnn is also the light of my life. Her playful personality counterbalances my usual even-keel personality, ensuring that neither one of us is ever too serious. Some of LeeAnn’s interests include writing (hopefully she’ll be published someday), games, reading, photography (she is quite the shutterbug), dancing and nature walks. Many of which we enjoy together. LeeAnn and I enjoy a wonderful close marriage, in which we have developed the ability to communicate clearly with each other without fear of retribution or harsh and angry words. She is my best friend, companion, and eternal dance partner on the great journey of life.
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Thank you so much for taking the time to get to know us a little better. We wish you the best in your endeavors and decisions, and pray that the Lord will be with you as you decide the paths that you will follow.

Sincerely -- Steve and LeeAnn