Femy & Robert

We love to go on all kinds of adventures! Whether it is going to a nearby park or zoo or traveling across the world, we love to explore and try new things. Trying new foods is one of our favorite things to do together. We have traveled across the country to places like California and Hawaii. We have also traveled across the world to places like Taiwan and Japan! We love exploring new cultures and learning about traditions. We are excited to share these experiences with a child and build memories and create curiosity in new cultures and traditions!

Our sense of family goes beyond our parents and siblings. We are lucky enough to be surrounded by cousins and friends who feel like family. Our village will be additional support for a child in our lives. They are all excited to go to sporting events, dance recitals, and school concerts! The people who surround us have been part of our lives for many years, most for over a decade. We believe they will help add more culture and experiences to our child’s life. We are excited to share this new chapter in our lives with our families and friends.

My parents immigrated from a tiny Asian island named Taiwan. My family lived in NJ & NY area most of our lives. My parents separated when we were young, but both are retired and currently living in Taiwan. I also have two brothers - Jeff (Older) & Albert (Younger). Both live in California. From time to time we visit each other. The best part is going back to Taiwan. It’s a beautiful country.

My parents came to the US from the Philippines. We lived in Texas but were raised in NJ. I have 2 younger sisters (Gigi and Vicky) and an older cousin (Jan), who are my best friends. My parents and my sisters live close by, and we spend a lot of time with them. Both my parents are retired. My mom was a nurse and my dad worked in lots of different jobs. My middle sister is an artist, and my younger sister is a teacher. Both my sisters are married, and we are close with their husbands as well! Family is a big part of who I am and a huge part of our support. Everyone is excited to be aunties, uncles, and grandparents!

This our dog, Sourdough, also known as Dodo. He came to our lives as a foster in February 2023 and was officially adopted March 2023. He is about 8 years old and full of zest! He likes to play soccer and chase his own tail. He loves snacks and napping. He dislikes the dishwasher and the washing machine. Dodo is a spunky little guy who we love so much!

Our home is our sanctuary. We have worked hard to make it feel cozy, warm, and safe. We hope to be able to create safety and comfort for a child. Our neighborhood is diverse and has many cultures for children to be exposed to. We have parks nearby, as well as several performing centers and sports arenas, like NJPAC and Prudential Center. We are close to different parks and NYC is just a train ride away! There are so many opportunities for activities for families and children to participate in. We are also close to a great number of restaurants, schools, and hospitals. Our neighborhood is close to NYC but still quiet enough for us to experience the suburban life. It is a great mix of city and suburb living!

- Femy loves to bake! Cookies, cakes and cupcakes. She would bake all day if she could. - Femy loves going to games with Rob, but mostly for the food and people watching! - Femy loves animals. Some of her favorite places are zoos and aquariums. - Femy and Rob love traveling. Exploring new places and trying new foods are some of their favorite adventures.

The first thing I want to say, I love Femy so much! She has been my support & best friend for over 20 years. She has a personality everyone loves. She is friendly, witty, and caring. Everywhere she goes, she connects with people and makes new friends. Married together, she is always calm and easy to speak to. She lets me be me - whether it’s me playing sports, watching cartoons, or buying more shoes than her. Femy loves children a lot! Every time we go to parties or family events with children, Femy makes sure to bake cookies for them. She cuddles the babies and plays with the children for hours. Femy also spent over 10 years working with children & teenagers in counseling groups as a Social Worker / Director. She helped many teens & children having family issues. I love it when she gets “Thank You” cards from the people she helped. I know Femy will be a great mother. Over the 20 years I have known her, there is not one child she did not care about.

- Rob loves sports! His favorite sports teams are the Yankees, Giants, & Devils. Rob & Femy go to a lot of games. - He also loves eating. Best way of experiencing other cultures is through food. - Rob is very physically active. Gym, bike rides, flag football, & walks. Femy & Rob occasionally go to the park to play catch. - Favorite TV Show All Time - Scrubs

Rob and I met over 20 years ago through a mutual friend. Right away, I noticed how funny and caring he was. Shortly after we met, I got sick and had to be in the hospital for 2 weeks. Rob visited me every day, from the start and end of visiting hours. His visits made a terrible time, bearable, and almost enjoyable. Rob has always been hard-working and determined. He works harder than anyone I know and is passionate about what he does. Rob works as a Radiation Therapist, treating cancer patients every day. He works hard to care for his patients and loves what he does. Rob is also one of the most caring, supportive people I know. I am lucky to be loved by him. He supports my decisions and helps me feel cared for. I can’t wait to see him as a father. I think it is a role he was born to take. His love and dedication are strengths that any child would flourish and thrive from. While he is great at being a radiation therapist and a husband, I think his best role is yet to come: Dad!