Theresia received a degree as an x-ray tech in 2008. Since then, she has worked at the same urgent care (UC) center, except for the 2 years she lived in Texas. She returned to the same UC in 2016 and was then promoted to Practice Manager in 2019 – 6 months before the global pandemic, talk about sink or swim! As for Kris, he loves the fact that he has the freedom to set his own schedule as a contractor and enjoys being able to work outside. Kris is also a proud Marine veteran.
Kris is very laid back, letting very little get under his skin. That’s something that I love about him and also frustrates me because I wish I could be more like that. Recently, we went to the store and saw someone’s car broke down in the parking lot. He offered to help the stranger push his car and offered to pull our truck over and jump it. The individual declined, stating someone was coming to help, but this shows how kind and selfless Kris can be; not many people help strangers anymore. He is honest to a fault, even if he knows it will be problematic – it’s just who he is. When I see him taking care of our pups, I know he will be a great father by the way he anticipates their needs and provides care they can’t give themselves. He is my northern star, my home, my best friend.
Theresia is by far the most caring person I have ever met. She is always thinking and concerned about everyone she knows. She goes above and beyond to make sure everyone around her is happy and knows that they are loved. She never thinks about or puts herself first. Her compassion and caring for people is truly one in a million. If given the opportunity, I think she will be an amazing mother because of this rare attribute. Her natural instincts to be so caring and selfless are just some of the many reasons that I fell in love with her because I had never felt or seen a type of love and compassion that she gives every day.
As a couple, we enjoy being outside. We have a covered patio in our backyard that is our own personal oasis. We have patio furniture, string lights, and even a TV out there. Of course, our 2 fur babies, Remi and Kai, are out there with us either running around the yard playing, begging us to throw the ball, on the couch for snuggles, or in one of their beds. Kris enjoys wood working while Theresia does resin art. We also enjoy upgrading our home. Our “to do” list includes finishing our basement and updating our bathroom. We’ve already got a dedicated room for a nursery that we’re excited to decorate too. As far as activities, we have multiple options locally and within a few hours away – museums, zoos, theme parks, hiking trails, trampoline parks, laser tag, water parks, and so much more!
In our attempts to grow our family, we met with an infertility specialist. Unfortunately, we found out early on that Theresia is unable to bear children of their own, due to an abnormal uterus. While it doesn’t pose any health risks, it comes with difficulty in both conception and carrying a healthy, full-term pregnancy.
Kris’s dad isn’t his biological father, but he adopted him at a young age and took him as his own to raise. Even after his parents divorced, Kris chose to live full-time with his dad and sister from the time he was in middle school until he left for the Marine Corp. Kris also has an aunt and uncle who adopted their son 18 years ago. Theresia’s mother was adopted in Germany at the age of 2 by a German woman and an American soldier. When Theresia’s brother got married, he legally adopted her young daughter. In our family, we truly feel that love makes a family, not just the biological family you’re born into.
We have 2 fur babies, Remi and Kai.
Remi
Kai
We have so many folks excited about our adoption journey! Theresia’s mom is a retired nurse and currently works as a school aid. She plans to retire when we’re able to adopt so she can help with childcare. She currently lives with Theresia’s brother, who was a nurse for 10 years before becoming a pharmacist. Her youngest niece is ecstatic at the possibility of growing our family – she finds something at every store the baby “needs.” Kris’s sister has 2 kids and can’t wait to finally be an aunt! His niece has already told us the child will be her best friend, regardless of whether it’s a boy or girl. Kris’s parents are excited about the possibility of having another grandchild to spoil too! We’re also Godparents to Theresia’s best friend’s 2 daughters, one of Kris’s best friend’s son, and another friend’s daughter. Our closest friends and family know how long we’ve wanted to be parents and how much we enjoy children.
We love creating new traditions to fit our family and can’t wait to have a little one to join in! Every year for Valentine’s Day, we order Mexican takeout and eat in bed while watching a movie. Thanksgiving consists of the Wednesday before at our house with Theresia’s family and then with Kris’s family on Thanksgiving Day. Come Christmas time, the inside of our house is decked in Christmas decor. Not only do we have our tree, we have garland around doorways, lights in multiple rooms, stockings hung on the artificial fireplace, and we add to our village yearly. Every year, we watch the original cartoons of The Grinch and Rudolph. Theresia’s family always does finger foods and gift exchanges on Christmas Eve. Since getting older and extending our families, we continue that tradition and spend Christmas Day with Kris’s immediate and extended family.
First and foremost, we’d like to express our sincerest gratitude for making this difficult decision. Our journey to parenthood has been riddled with infertility, but that has only made our desire to be parents grow stronger. We chose the path of adoption instead of IVF because we decided it was more important to us to be able to provide love and support to a child, regardless of genetics. Your selfless decision inspires us, and we promise to love your child as our own. We look forward to the opportunity to help grow and mold your child while always acknowledging where the child comes from, you. You will always have a place in our hearts and an open line of communication, however you choose.
