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Chelsea and Sarah were both born and raised in Indiana and are an adventurous, optimistic, and goal-oriented couple. We first briefly met in passing during a swim practice in 2010, and then later reconnected in 2016 when Chelsea asked Sarah if the nonprofit she was running could use a media sponsor through Chelsea’s company. Sarah quickly said “absolutely!” During that business meeting, we realized our mutual love for swimming and triathlons — both of us swam on scholarships in college — and soon we began training with each other as friends. We quickly became best friends, then started dating, and said “I do” in 2021 surrounded by 75 of our family members and closest friends in Lake Tahoe, California. We are both small-business owners. Chelsea owns a video and photo production company and Sarah is a real estate broker. We have loved our lives together over the past seven years, filled with lots of travel all over the globe, taking simple hikes with our dogs on our neighborhood trail, hosting dinner parties with our friends, building successful businesses, and we are so excited and ready to open our hearts and home and grow our family with you. Together, we create a harmonious blend of adventure and stability, and we never stop learning from each other. Our shared values — honesty, kindness, and a deep commitment to family — are the foundation of our relationship, and we believe that love and communication are the keys to a happy, fulfilling life together.
Sarah is my safe place, the person I turn to for comfort and support. I am happy to get a front row seat in how Sarah treats and cares for human rights, causing a change in me and how I see the world. She’s incredibly kind and has a heart of gold, always thinking of others before herself. I admire her determination and the way she goes after her goals with unwavering focus, like this past Spring I cheered her on as she competed in a 6-mile open water swim race in Miami, Florida. Sarah loves water whether it’s racing in the ocean or boating on the lake.
Spring and summer are always exciting with activities at Sarah’s parents’ lake house and pontoon boat. She is always the boat captain when we go boating, making sure our nieces and nephews are having a blast tubing and also being safe on the water when swimming with life vests. Her mothering nature and always taking care of others are such great qualities that I think will make her a great mom. Early in our relationship, Sarah was the solo chef of the house and then during COVID we decided to take turns where I would cook one week and she would cook the next. She has helped me become a confident chef. Whether she’s working with clients in real estate or simply making our home a warm, welcoming place, she does everything with care and dedication. Sarah is also a lot of fun — she has a great sense of humor, and she’s always up for an adventure. I feel so lucky to have her by my side.
Chelsea is a magnetic person with a gift for inspiring people, especially children. She lights up any room she walks into and quickly becomes friends with everyone. She’s energetic, loving, and goofy. Kids always have a blast with her because she invents fun games and challenges. For example, one weekend we visited some friends and they have a 9 and 5 year old; Chelsea asked them to give us a talent show – both kids were thrilled to showcase their costumes and dance moves. As an artist, her mind is always coming up with new ideas and fun adventures which makes our relationship a blast. Years ago, she created a Fall event for kids called, “Little Monsters” where elementary school kids were asked to paint art around Halloween. Once they were finished with their masterpieces, she hosted an art show for their work in her gallery. Chelsea knows how to have fun and also how to set rules, often rewarding our nephew, niece, and friends’ children for complying. For example, we had a slumber party with our nephew, niece, and Chelsea said that if they brush their teeth before bed, then we can do a “spa day” with face masks afterwards. Both of them were happy to do a good job brushing their teeth.
I adore Chelsea to her core — she keeps things light when I get too serious and is great at coming up with creative solutions to sticky problems. She seems to never get tired of eating hamburgers or pepperoni pizza whenever we don’t feel like cooking; I know I can make her day by asking her if she wants either of those meals. Chelsea is a competitive athlete, unusually good at almost any sport she plays from volleyball to pickleball to cycling — she can do it all! Her organizational skills aren’t so great, so we’ve created some good systems in the house to keep things organized, like color coordinating the closet. She is my biggest cheerleader and supports me with anything I’m passionate about trying, and she will be the same when raising a child, allowing them to discover their likes, dislikes, and pursue their interests. I believe she’s going to be an amazing mom someday!
Love is the foundation of everything we do, and our family is central to our lives. We are incredibly fortunate to have a close-knit immediate family, all of whom live within a few hours of us here in Indiana. Our family members are all very supportive and excited for us to welcome a new member of our household.
We are deeply involved in the lives of our three nephews and one niece. Our two youngest nephews are toddlers, our niece is finishing elementary school, and our oldest nephew is in middle school. We take great joy in spending time with them, whether it’s cheering on our oldest nephew at his swim meets, helping our niece with her soccer skills, or simply hosting sleepovers where we snuggle on the couch to watch movies or have dance parties. Summer days, you’ll often see us playing in the pool or enjoying a barbecue at our family lake house, followed by watching fireworks together on the Fourth of July. We’re always there to lend a hand, whether it’s picking them up from school or getting them to their various activities. These moments of connection and love are what we cherish most, and we’re excited to share them with a baby.
We have fostered deep friendships in our community and have a wide social network. One of our friend groups hosts monthly themed dinner parties. We enjoy going to music festivals, friendsgivings, kayaking, hiking, and game nights with our friends and their families.
We live in a diverse, multiethnic college-town with plenty of city parks and playgrounds as well as a national forest with many hiking trails and public lakes. Our home is located in a friendly, wooded neighborhood just 2 miles from shopping, restaurants and entertainment. We love baking blueberry muffins for our neighbors, and in return they have helped with some of our small house projects.
In our everyday lives, we live by a set of core values that guide us in everything we do. Honesty is at the heart of our relationship — we believe in being open and transparent with each other and those around us, always communicating with kindness and respect. Discovery is a driving force for us; we’re always eager to learn and explore, whether it’s through trying out new hobbies, traveling to new places, or simply enjoying the beauty of nature. We value health in all its forms, believing that taking care of our bodies, minds, and spirits is essential to living a full and happy life. Adventure is woven into the fabric of our relationship — we thrive on new experiences and love to embrace the unknown, whether it’s a spontaneous road trip or a quiet hike in the woods. Trust is the glue that holds us together; we know we can always rely on each other, and that sense of security allows us to face life’s challenges with confidence. And finally, family is the cornerstone of our lives. We both come from families that have instilled in us the values of love, integrity, and support, and we are excited to pass these values on to a child.
We are committed to creating a home filled with love, laughter, and endless possibilities. We want a baby to grow up knowing they are deeply loved and supported, with the freedom to explore who they are and the confidence to pursue their dreams.
In 2022, we began our journey to parenthood, undergoing several rounds of IUI and IVF, which were unsuccessful. After taking a year to heal, we embraced the path of adoption, excited and hopeful about becoming parents. We have deep respect for birth parents, viewing adoption as a courageous act where a birth parent puts their child first. We are committed to creating a nurturing environment that honors the birth parents, and we are open to maintaining an ongoing relationship to ensure a child understands their biological roots. We are dedicated to continuously educating ourselves on race and culture, ensuring a baby grows up with a strong sense of identity and pride in their heritage. With flexible jobs, a solid support system, and a willingness to adapt, we feel prepared for the joys and challenges that parenting will bring.
Thank you for spending a bit of your time with us and getting to know our family. We know that this is a deeply personal journey for you, and we want you to know how much we honor and admire your strength in considering adoption. If we’re lucky enough to be chosen by you, please know that we will always respect the love and care you have for this little one. Our hope is that, together, we can create a story full of love, laughter, and support — a story that always holds a place for you in whatever way feels right. We are here, with open hearts, ready to share this journey in a way that respects and celebrates you.
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