We know that your decision to explore adoption is not one you took lightly, and we want you to know we recognize the strength, courage, and selflessness it took for you to get here. Thank you for considering us and taking the time to get to know us, just as we desire to know you. We hope this book gives you a glimpse into who we are.

We want you to know that we recognize how difficult this decision must be for you, but we are praying for you. We believe that you are strong and courageous and that you want only the best for your child. We promise to love your child unconditionally and support them throughout their life. Please know that we will continue to pray for you each day. We believe God has a plan for each of us and we are ecstatic to meet you.

Dear Expectant Parents, We are thankful that you are taking the time to learn about us and consider us as possible adoptive parents for your child. We can not imagine how difficult this decision must be for you. There is so much we want to share with you to help you find the right family for your child, but more than anything else we want you to know how much we admire you for your ability to bravely walk through this pregnancy and create an adoption plan. We know you are making this decision because you want to do what is best for your child. It is such a loving sacrifice to create this adoption plan for your child and we would be grateful to be a part of your plan. We will always honor you by continuing to teach your child about how much you love her or him. Your child will always be loved, nutured, guided and encouraged. There is no way to express how thankful we are or how much love we have to offer your child and hope this message touches your heart and you feel a connection to us as you consider potential parents.

Dear Birth Parents: We admire your courage and selflessness in making an adoption plan for your child and we are humbled that you might entrust us. We will strive to be the best parents we can be to your child and promise to commit ourselves to having a home full of love and possibilities.

With hope and promise, Jason and Summer

We are thinking of you, your baby, and those who are supporting you as you go through the adoption journey. We are sending all the positive thoughts, prayers, and vibes to you.

Thank you for taking the time to get to know us. We know this must be a confusing and difficult time for you while you are trying to figure out the best option for you and your precious baby. We hope that you feel supported and loved no matter where you are in your journey. We know the love you have for your baby is strong. We admire you so much for considering adoption.

We're ready to adopt for a second time and hope to create a happy story for both you and your baby. We chose to adopt our first child through Gladney because of all the support and respect they give birth parents. We know they will provide all the help and guidance you'll need to make sure you're taken care of and supported before, during and after your baby's birth. We're sending love and grace your way and wish you joy, peace and confidence in whatever decision you choose.

We will be actively engaged in this child's life, seeing life from their eyes and showing them life from others eyes. We will expose them to right and wrong through teachable moments. We will teach them that life can and will be tough at times, but with intention and integrity they will be able to move forward stronger than before. We will raise them to feel safe and unashamed to express their emotions and fears. We will encourage them to explore their endless interests so they discover their passions and dreams. We will raise them to understand their power in the world, both good and bad, to feel confident and worthy and to have empathy and passion for humankind and the environment.