Basic Info
Jessica
Age: 39
Ethnicity: White
Religion: None
Scott
Age: 41
Ethnicity: White
Religion: None
Jessica & Scott
Texas
Intro
About
Work & Education
Jessica
Education: Bachelor's Degree
Profession: Senior Graphic Designer
Scott
Education: Bachelor's Degree x2
Profession: Operational Excellence & Quality Engineering Manager
Post-Adoption Relationship
Open (Open to contact, phone calls, in person visits before adoption. Sharing photos and letters after placement. Visits at neutral location after adoption, etc.). If you want a more closed adoption, we would honor that request as well.
Semi Open (open to an in-person visit before adoption placement, phone, email, sharing pic/letters after placement
Environment
Country: USA
State: Texas
Parent Relationship: Married
Parent Neighborhood: Suburban
Parent Years Together: 5 to 10 years
Parent Residency: House
Parent Pets: 1 Dog: Mila
Children At Home: No children
Sexual Orientation: Heterosexual parents
Preferences for a child
Age: Newborn to 1 year of age
Gender: Either
Multiple Children: Twins, Sibling groups
Race/Ethnicity: Caucasian (Full), Caucasian (Half), Hispanic (Half), Asian (Half), American Indian (Half), Pacific Islander (Half)
Special Needs: Open to discussion
Certification 
Gladney Center for Adoption verified this family completed an adoption homestudy including: background checks, character references, official interviews, required training, home inspection, financial review, etc. and are approved for adoption.
A rainy day while visiting Nashville, TN
Hello, it's so nice to meet you!
"We cannot direct the wind, but we can adjust the sails."
With feelings of excitement accompanied by an anxious smile and an open heart for what our futures hold, we imagine you are experiencing similar sentiments. So thank you for taking this brief moment in your life to allow us to share our story with you, regardless of what lies ahead.
Our story is one based on perseverance and stated best by Dolly Parton herself, “We cannot direct the wind, but we can adjust the sails.” In other words, we are not always handed the life we dreamed of. Storms happen, our paths change and somehow, we figure out how to adapt, prepare for what is ahead and continue to move forward with great courage, determination, a few good cries and even more good laughs along the way. Our story is no exception and we have done just that.
We are Scott and Jessica, a cou...
With feelings of excitement accompanied by an anxious smile and an open heart for what our futures hold, we imagine you are experiencing similar sentiments. So thank you for taking this brief moment in your life to allow us to share our story with you, regardless of what lies ahead.
Our story is one based on perseverance and stated best by Dolly Parton herself, “We cannot direct the wind, but we can adjust the sails.” In other words, we are not always handed the life we dreamed of. Storms happen, our paths change and somehow, we figure out how to adapt, prepare for what is ahead and continue to move forward with great courage, determination, a few good cries and even more good laughs along the way. Our story is no exception and we have done just that.
We are Scott and Jessica, a couple of home-grown, hardworking, fun-loving characters. Our living motto is “adapt and overcome,” letting nothing stand in our way of persevering through all of life’s adventures.
Founded from hardworking families and good quality values of the Midwest, we are best friends who have been married for nearly 6 years and together for 12. Our qualities complement each other with Scott being the analytical engineer who loves all things outdoors and Jessica being the thoughtful graphic designer who enjoys all things creative. We have one spoiled fur child, Mila, a 6-year-old Weimaraner who loves everyone she meets.
Adoption is something that is close to our hearts as it is woven into both of our families’ history. Having seen nothing but positive outcomes has only enhanced and motivated the passion behind our own adoption journey.
This is just a glimpse of our story and we look forward to the opportunity of hearing yours. As you navigate your own journey and look ahead to both your own and your child’s future, you have the ability to adjust your sails to move in the right direction. So regardless of the path you choose and if our stories actually cross paths to unite as one, know that your courage is admirable and we appreciate even your consideration of this potential journey together.
This is Us
"As our family grows, our love for each other continues to lay the foundation for our family."
Date night at one of our favorite restaurants
Meet Scott:
Scott is a life-long learner and a natural problem-solver who is full of knowledge and loves a good challenge. He is funny through his sarcasm and quick wit, which he comes by naturally from his entire family and can always make light of a situation with his humor, but is also genuine, straightforward and honest. Scott is never bored with his many hobbies, which include hunting, fishing, forging knives, building anything, playing airsoft and cooking/grilling.
Meet Jessica:
Jess, as I have called her since we met, is artistic, creative and extremely driven in both her work and her various hobbies. She wears her emotions on her sleeve and is compassionate, empathetic and caring of others. Never short of engaging in conversation or asking questions, Jess is always curious and eager to learn something new, whether it is cooking new recipes or growing vegetables in our greenhouse and garden. She also loves to utilize her creativity whenever she can, especially enjoying watercolor painting.
Our lives crossed in August 2012 at an old, quaint and quirky local dive bar, where we met through a mutual friend. Quickly realizing we went to the same high school, but a couple years apart, we instantly had a connection and started chatting. Those chats never stopped after that night and the rest we can say is history.
Our first date was pretty typical…nervous conversation over a nice dinner, but it felt different and eventually led to a second date. We continued dating, two years of which were long distance, until our engagement exactly five years later, which took place at the top of Mount Bonnell overlooking Austin, Texas.
In October 2018, we were married through an intimate ceremony with only our closest friends and family present at a local distillery in our Kansas hometown. Immediately following our wedding, we held a lovely reception to celebrate with a much larger group. We took a mini-moon to Colorado Springs after the wedding and later visited Costa Rica for our actual honeymoon, both of which were full of adventure.
Shortly after we were married, we bought our first home and have worked hard to establish it as our happy place. It is located in a suburban area on the corner of a quiet, friendly, diverse neighborhood and is close to several schools, parks and bike trails. As an older home with modern renovations, it has a lot of character that we have embraced and have made our own over the past few years as homeowners.
Although Texas is now our home, we travel to Kansas several times throughout the year to visit family and friends for special occasions and holidays. We are deeply rooted in our family values and our child will know and understand the importance of spending quality time with family. In addition, we consider our goddaughter and godson part of our extended family and we are excited to watch them grow up with our child.
As our family grows, our love for each other continues to lay the foundation for our family. We are by no means perfect, but we love each other unconditionally and are lifelong partners who enjoy having fun and spending time together, whether that be date night at our favorite Mexican restaurant patio, listening to live music, gardening, cooking, traveling, cheering on the Kansas City Chiefs or watching true crime on tv. Whatever it may be, we cannot wait to pass along all of our passions to provide the best possible life for our child.
Scott is a life-long learner and a natural problem-solver who is full of knowledge and loves a good challenge. He is funny through his sarcasm and quick wit, which he comes by naturally from his entire family and can always make light of a situation with his humor, but is also genuine, straightforward and honest. Scott is never bored with his many hobbies, which include hunting, fishing, forging knives, building anything, playing airsoft and cooking/grilling.
Meet Jessica:
Jess, as I have called her since we met, is artistic, creative and extremely driven in both her work and her various hobbies. She wears her emotions on her sleeve and is compassionate, empathetic and caring of others. Never short of engaging in conversation or asking questions, Jess is always curious and eager to learn something new, whether it is cooking new recipes or growing vegetables in our greenhouse and garden. She also loves to utilize her creativity whenever she can, especially enjoying watercolor painting.
Our lives crossed in August 2012 at an old, quaint and quirky local dive bar, where we met through a mutual friend. Quickly realizing we went to the same high school, but a couple years apart, we instantly had a connection and started chatting. Those chats never stopped after that night and the rest we can say is history.
Our first date was pretty typical…nervous conversation over a nice dinner, but it felt different and eventually led to a second date. We continued dating, two years of which were long distance, until our engagement exactly five years later, which took place at the top of Mount Bonnell overlooking Austin, Texas.
In October 2018, we were married through an intimate ceremony with only our closest friends and family present at a local distillery in our Kansas hometown. Immediately following our wedding, we held a lovely reception to celebrate with a much larger group. We took a mini-moon to Colorado Springs after the wedding and later visited Costa Rica for our actual honeymoon, both of which were full of adventure.
Shortly after we were married, we bought our first home and have worked hard to establish it as our happy place. It is located in a suburban area on the corner of a quiet, friendly, diverse neighborhood and is close to several schools, parks and bike trails. As an older home with modern renovations, it has a lot of character that we have embraced and have made our own over the past few years as homeowners.
Although Texas is now our home, we travel to Kansas several times throughout the year to visit family and friends for special occasions and holidays. We are deeply rooted in our family values and our child will know and understand the importance of spending quality time with family. In addition, we consider our goddaughter and godson part of our extended family and we are excited to watch them grow up with our child.
As our family grows, our love for each other continues to lay the foundation for our family. We are by no means perfect, but we love each other unconditionally and are lifelong partners who enjoy having fun and spending time together, whether that be date night at our favorite Mexican restaurant patio, listening to live music, gardening, cooking, traveling, cheering on the Kansas City Chiefs or watching true crime on tv. Whatever it may be, we cannot wait to pass along all of our passions to provide the best possible life for our child.
Our Commitment
"It is a love that provides a safe, supportive, healthy environment for all of us to thrive."
We are only human and cannot promise perfection, but we can promise to strive for it.
Although we cannot direct the wind, we will continue to navigate through it and adjust our sails accordingly. As we do so, we will be patient and understanding in knowing you are making the best decision for your child’s future. We are only human and cannot promise perfection, but we can promise to strive for it. Through our strength in love for each other along with the love from our friends and family we surround ourselves with both near and far, we promise to provide the same unconditional love that has gotten us here today as we expand our own family.
It is a love that provides a safe, supportive, healthy environment for all of us to thrive and to provide opportunity for continuous learning and growth. We promise to instill values that encourage open-mindedness, respect, honesty and kindness along with enough knowledge to know right from wrong and to make good educated decisions. We enjoy creating memories, taking in the little moments of life while having fun along the way, so even in life’s challenges, our home is one filled with happiness, laughter and positive reinforcement to encourage a healthy lifestyle. We intend to inspire curiosity, knowledge and creativity to provide the best opportunity possible for a successful life ahead.
Thank you for taking the time to look into our world and better understand who we are through this glimpse of our story. Should we have the opportunity for our stories to cross paths, it is of utmost importance that yours will always be known as you choose to share it.
It is a love that provides a safe, supportive, healthy environment for all of us to thrive and to provide opportunity for continuous learning and growth. We promise to instill values that encourage open-mindedness, respect, honesty and kindness along with enough knowledge to know right from wrong and to make good educated decisions. We enjoy creating memories, taking in the little moments of life while having fun along the way, so even in life’s challenges, our home is one filled with happiness, laughter and positive reinforcement to encourage a healthy lifestyle. We intend to inspire curiosity, knowledge and creativity to provide the best opportunity possible for a successful life ahead.
Thank you for taking the time to look into our world and better understand who we are through this glimpse of our story. Should we have the opportunity for our stories to cross paths, it is of utmost importance that yours will always be known as you choose to share it.
Post-Adoption Relationship
Open (Open to contact, phone calls, in person visits before adoption. Sharing photos and letters after placement. Visits at neutral location after adoption, etc.). If you want a more closed adoption, we would honor that request as well.
Semi Open (open to an in-person visit before adoption placement, phone, email, sharing pic/letters after placement
Certification
Gladney Center for Adoption verified this family completed an adoption home study including: background checks, character references, official interviews, required training, home inspection, financial review, etc. and are approved for adoption.
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