My
name is Janet. I imagine this is a difficult time for you. I respect your
courageous decision to find the perfect home for your precious child.
For a long time I have wanted to nurture a child by providing a warm,
loving home. After struggling with infertility, I am now looking forward
to becoming a mother through open adoption
Who
I Am
I am a native Californian, and I've lived in the Bay Area most of my lfe. My mother and younger sister live close-by, while my father is fulfilling his lifelong dream by building a home in Oregon. I love my work and find it immensely rewarding. I have a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. In my work as a Geriatric Social Worker, I help frail, poor, elderly clients maintain their independence at home.
Friends
describe me as kind, empathetic, happy, independent, and playful with
a good sense of humor. I plan to stay at home with my child for the first
three months. After that time, I hope to be able to work at home part
of the time.
I live with my very affectionate cat, Georgia. Georgia adopted me as she was living on the streets in my old San Francisco neighborhood.
My
Interests
In my free time, I love being physically active. I take long bike rides, hike, go on runs, and swim. Traveling is a passion. I have enjoyed bicycling trips to Bolivia, Canada, Cuba, and France. I find bicycle touring to be a wonderful way of immersing myself in other cultures.
I am excited to share the world and it's many different cultures with my child.
My
Home
I
recently purchased a charming two-bedrom home in Oakland, CA. The baby's
room will be a quiet, peaceful place where my child can have sweet dreams.
My home has two small, colorful gardens that will be perfect play areas
for my child. I live a short distance from majestic redwoods and the Pacific
Ocean.
I look forward to sharing the natural beauty of the San Francisco Bay Area with my child.
My
Friends
I
am fortunate to have a wonderful circle of friends. Time spent with my
friends finds us dining at ethnic restaurants, taking walks, seeing movies
or plays, or just hanging out together. My friends are excited about my
adoption plan and are looking forward to sharing their love with my child.
My child's life will be laced with love and full of stimulating educational experiences. I believe in fostering a child's independence, enthusiam, ingenuity and self-esteem. I will respect and nurture my child's individuality.
Sharing my life with a child will be a dream come true.
Open Adoption
I
love the concept of open adoption. It provides the opportunity for honesty
and open communication between all of the important people in a child's
life. I am comfortable with an ongoing relationship that meets all of
our needs.
Thank you for taking the time to read this letter. I look forward to hearing from you! I wish you the best and peace with your decision.
