Married for 14 years, we’ve embarked on numerous adventures. Of all our adventures we’ve shared, the most fulfilling is our mutual dream of being parents. We feel so blessed to have raised our two daughters, aged 9 and 7. We have wanted to expand our family for a long time, but after finding out Heather had secondary infertility have turned to adoption. For us, adoption is something that has always been close to our hearts, especially because Kellen’s closest cousins growing up were both adopted.

Kellen is amazing, not just because he has with degrees from UVU, BYU, and Harvard, but because of how dedicated he is to our family. He is a great listener, protective, patient, helpful, and kind. He has a passion for banana-flavored deserts and a fun-loving nature. As we await the new addition to our family, I find solace knowing that Kellen will guide and love our child with the same dedication and affection he has to both our daughters.

Kellen’s steadfast nature and unwavering support have been the backbone of our relationship. Always ready with a word of encouragement or a solution to a problem, Kellen’s logical yet sensitive approach to life has seen us through countless challenges. His love for family and his ability to find joy in the little things make him an amazing father. I have loved watching him play with our youngest as they pretend that they are pirates (or mermaids, or super Mario characters), or patiently help our oldest daughter with her math homework, or cheer on both our daughters after teaching them how to ride a bike.

From our travels this past year to Disneyland, Disney World, Hawaii, and Boston, to enjoying the simple pleasures of home, our hobbies and traditions show our shared love for making new memories as a family. We love celebrating holidays with our daughters and it’s typical to see us dressing up as a family for Halloween, decorating the house together for Christmas (and then dancing around the tree), or spending a Sunday afternoon baking treats (chocolate chip cookies are a family favorite).

Nestled in Daybreak, Utah, we live in a brightly-colored home that is filled with warmth, laughter, and many memories. Not only is our community filled with large parks, playgrounds, and beautiful lakes, but our neighborhood is home to many families who have adopted children. Our home has many bedrooms and is ready to welcome and nurture a new life. Having raised two babies, we feel prepared with everything necessary to add another child into our home and can’t wait to share in that joy once again.

Embarking on this journey of adoption, our hearts are filled with hope, excitement, and endless love. We’re eager to share our world, our love, and our dreams with a child and are incredibly grateful for the opportunity to do so.

 We promise a world filled with love, warmth, adventures, safety, and boundless affection. To the biological parents, know that we respect and value your wishes and hope to include you in this journey as much as you’re comfortable. Though we do not know you yet, we are already praying for you. Thank you so much for considering us.  

 With love,

 Kellen & Heather