Maurice from Texas

Maurice is a very friendly and socially confident youth. He is the comedian of the family and goes out of his way to make everyone laugh. Maurice has a very optimistic nature and can see the positive in any situation. He can be guarded with his feelings but tends to express himself better once he trusts you. Maurice is very athletic and enjoys playing football, basketball, and participating in track and field. Maurice's favorite sport is basketball, and he plans to one day be a member of a year around basketball team. Maurice enjoys outdoor activities such as camping, swimming, and participating in summer camps. Maurice likes to live a drama free life and surrounds himself with people and friends that are like him. He dreams of becoming a licensed barber one day as well as a professional athlete.

Maurice, Maurshayla, and Maurtricia have a very close sibling bond. They look up to one another and talk every day. They depend on each other in their own special way and love spending time together. They are filled with love, happiness, and opposite personalities. Maurtricia is the youngest. She can be the most vocal of the group. She is energetic and loves playing video games, making arts and crafts and does not have a problem expressing her feelings. Maurshayla has a more laid-back personality. She can be quiet when meeting new people but will eventually open up. Maurshayla enjoys reading, shopping, Starbuck's and nail salons. Maurice is the athlete and comedian of the family. He loves teasing his siblings and making them laugh. Maurice enjoys listening to music, participating in summer camps, and swimming. Maurice plays for the school football and basketball team. He participates in track and field and is a member of the school band.

Maurice will benefit from an active, patient and understanding single mother, or a two-parent home with a mother and father. He will thrive in a home where he is with his siblings. His forever family will have experience raising teenagers. It is important that his family is understanding of the connection he has with his siblings and will maintain this strong sibling bond. Maurice would love a father that he can share sports and music activities with. A family who can provide the attention, care, love and proper guidance he needs will be ideal. His family will offer a structured setting and a home that can provide security and long-term permanence. Most importantly, Maurice's family will love him forever.