We *finally* were able to meet our new niece, Millie, last weekend! She was born back in March (coincidentally on Alex's birthday) and we've been so patient in waiting to meet her. We had a lazy weekend full of snuggles and laughs. Her parents are doing great and it was so fun to see them in their new roles as parents. Millie is one lucky lady and we're so thankful she's here and that we can love all over her now!
Quick Facts
Alex
- Age: 34
- Race/Ethnicity: White
- Religion: Christian
Stephen
- Age: 34
- Race/Ethnicity: White
- Religion: Christian
Preferences for a child
- Newborn to 1 year of age
- Either
- Twins, Triplets or more
- All, African American (Full), African American (Half), Caucasian (Full), Caucasian (Half), Hispanic (Full), Hispanic (Half), Asian (Full), Asian (Half), American Indian (Full), American Indian (Half), Pacific Islander (Full), Pacific Islander (Half), Other
- Open to discussion
Post Adoption Contact / Level of Openness
- (open to all contact, phone calls, an in person visit before adoption placement, sharing photos and letters after placement, visits at a neutral location after adoption placement etc)
- If you want a more closed adoption, we would honor that request as well.
- * A Caseworker to work with you throughout your pregnancy
- * Counseling
- * Medical Care
- * Maternity-related financial support
- * Legal services
- * Lifelong support through a Post Adoption team.
Endorsements
Endorsements
- 6 Kind
- 6 Patient and Understanding
- 6 Funny and Silly
- 5 Optimistic
- 6 Loyal to family and friends
Favorites
One of Stephen's favorite musicians is Jimmy Buffett. We try to see him whenever he comes to town.
Alex loves old photos. She has a few boxes of them and she considers them some of her most prized possessions.
Alex really enjoys cooking. She's always trying a new recipe and fine tuning her skills in the kitchen.
Stephen loves being a teacher & being silly with his students. He always knew he wanted to be a teacher when he grew up - that, or play for the NBA.
Alex loves UNC basketball - especially their mascot, Rameses.
Going to football games is a favorite on both of our lists. Go Panthers!
Alex & Stephen
Posted:
Dec 15, 2020
We hope you enjoy this video that gives insight into our family and our adoption journey!
Recommendations
Rachele , Sister-in-law
" I have known Alex and Stephen for 8 years as we became instant sisters through the marriage of Alex’s mom and my father in law. Through that marriage, I was able to get to know Alex and Stephen in more depth and witness firsthand their character and the values that are important to them. Alex and Stephen have a great relationship with my sons. They are the “fun” aunt and uncle that everyone wants but not everyone is blessed to have. They are compassionate and intentional with the love they show my children. They celebrate each milestone my children have as if they were their own. Alex and Stephen have been very intentional in their journey with adoption and the opportunity to grow their family. Their ability to be open-minded, empathetic, supportive, and flexible in their relationships with others is what solidifies to me that they will make amazing parents one day. Their marriage is built with a strong foundation on love, trust, and commitment. Alex and Stephen lead by example by putting the needs of others first and I know their children will be blessed to have amazing Godly parents. I have no doubt in my mind that Alex and Stephen are able to provide a stable and loving, Christian based home that will allow a child to not only experience the love of Christ, but also the love of a family who chose him/her. "