We’re Clint and Katie, and our story began on a fun night out with friends, something we both enjoyed doing. We were drawn to each other’s easygoing personalities and shared love for spending time with others. Our first date was a double date with one of Katie’s friends (who’s now married to her date, too!) for dinner and a movie. Even though we lived nearly two hours apart at the time, we knew this connection was special and made it work. 

Not long after, Clint found a job closer to Katie, and our relationship continued to grow. After dating for eighteen months, we got engaged and were married in August 2011. Our life together has been full of laughter, growth, and a deepening love for each other. We truly enjoy each other’s company and find joy in both big adventures and simple everyday moments. 

Becoming parents has always been a part of our dream, something we talked about and looked forward to even before we were married. While we never expected to face infertility, our journey has only deepened our desire to grow our family. Through it all, our hope and excitement about raising a child have remained strong. We truly believe adoption is the path meant for us, and becoming parents would be our greatest joy and blessing.

We’re in a place in our lives where we’re ready to welcome a child with open arms and to provide a loving, supportive, and stable home. Our goal has always been to treat each other with love, respect, and kindness. We’re excited to share that same unconditional love as we grow our family through the gift of adoption.

Clint is an incredible husband and life partner. Every day, we work, play, and share laughter together. He’s my steady foundation, always supportive and constantly impressing me with his strength. Whenever I face doubt or discouragement, he’s right by my side.

He grew up in a small, rural town in Kentucky, where family was the center of everything. He has one sister and one brother, and the three of them share a close bond that was nurtured by their parents, who have been happily married for over 50 years. Family values were deeply rooted in Clint’s upbringing, and those values continue to shape who he is. 

He’s a proud uncle to eight nieces and nephews—four on his side and four through my brother—and he loves being involved in their lives. He’s the uncle who shows up and makes kids feel seen and supported. 

Staying active is a big part of Clint’s life. He enjoys running, biking, and anything that gets him outside and moving. Baseball and softball have always been part of his life, and he especially loves watching his nieces and nephews play. 

Clint holds Bachelor’s degrees in both Accounting and Finance and works as a financial controller. He’s hardworking, dependable, and provides a strong foundation for our home. 

We make it a priority to meet each other’s needs and nurture our connection. I love him deeply and can’t picture my life without him – the bond we share is truly a blessing. More than anything, Clint is excited to become a father. He has a calm and steady presence, a big heart, and so much love to give to a child.

Katie is my partner in every sense of the word. She is truly one of the most generous, caring, and thoughtful people I’ve ever known. Her love and support continually inspire me to grow and be my best self. Katie is always ready to offer help, and beyond being my wife, she’s also my closest friend. I feel incredibly lucky to share my life with her. 

She grew up in a close-knit community in Southern Indiana, where family ties run deep and neighbors feel like extended family. She has one brother and one sister, and treasures the bond they share. Though her parents have both passed away, their love and example continue to inspire her. They were married for 36 years and instilled in Katie the importance of faith, kindness, and putting family first. 

She is a proud aunt and absolutely loves spending time with our nieces and nephews. She grew up surrounded by cousins, aunts, and uncles, and some of her favorite memories are of family gatherings filled with laughter, games, and meaningful conversations. 

Katie loves spending time with friends whether meeting for a run or dinner, but she’s just as happy curled up at home under a blanket with a good book. Game nights with family are one of her favorite ways to connect and unwind. 

With a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, she works as an office manager for an insurance agency. She’s organized, caring, and always looking for ways to help those around her. 

Katie is excited to share her love, joy, and warmth with a child. More than anything, I hope she gets the chance to experience motherhood, something I know she’ll be amazing at.

Our home is a warm and inviting place where love and laughter fill the rooms. We live in a spacious four-bedroom house with two cozy living areas that are perfect for movie nights or hosting friends and family. The heart of our home is the kitchen, where there’s plenty of space for us to cook, bake, and make memories together.

Our neighborhood is friendly and family-oriented, with lots of children playing outside and neighbors who look out for one another. We’re lucky to live close to beautiful parks, a zoo, and many fun and educational places that make family adventures easy and exciting. It’s a home full of comfort, connection, and room to grow, and we can’t wait to share it with a child.

Family means everything to us. We’re grateful for the close relationships we have with both sides of our family and look forward to the memories and traditions we’ll share with a child. 

We both grew up in loving Christian homes where our parents taught us the importance of faith, strong values, and hard work. From an early age, we were encouraged to do our best in everything we tried, whether it was in school, sports, or helping others. These are the same values we hope to pass on to a child: the importance of kindness, doing your best, and growing into the person God created you to be. 

We feel incredibly blessed to be surrounded by a wonderful community of friends who enrich our lives in so many ways. Our church group is especially dear to us. We cherish the time we spend together, whether it's sharing meals, celebrating milestones, or simply enjoying each other's company. Many of our friends have children, and we look forward to the day when the future child can laugh, play, and grow alongside them. 

Katie has a close-knit group of girlfriends, some she sees daily at the gym or outside for a run. These friendships are filled with support, encouragement, and lots of laughter. 

We are grateful to have friends who share our values and who walk alongside us through both joyful moments and life’s challenges. Our circle is more like an extended family, one that’s eager to welcome and love the child we hope to bring into our lives.

Our favorite traditions happen during Christmas time. We love celebrating the birth of Jesus while also seeing the magic of Christmas through our nieces’ and nephews’ eyes. Katie bakes cookies with her family, a tradition started with her mom when Katie was a child. We play games and spoil the kids with gifts, and attend church together as a family!

Whether we’re taking a weekend getaway to a game, going to a concert, enjoying the lake, or experiencing a vacation by the beach or in the mountains, we love making memories together, especially when we can share those moments with our families.

Though we’ve never met, we want to begin by thanking you from the bottom of our hearts. Thank you for considering adoption, and for the love and courage it takes to consider such a selfless, beautiful choice. We imagine this journey is filled with emotion, uncertainty, and deep hope. We want you to know that we see your strength, even from afar.

We are writing this not just as people who hope to become parents, but as people who honor and respect the path you're walking. Adoption will be the greatest gift imaginable, and we promise that the child will always know that their story began with your love.

More than anything, we want to offer a safe, stable, and joyful home. A place filled with laughter, bedtime stories, encouragement, and unconditional love. We want the child to grow up knowing who they are, where they come from, and how deeply they are loved by you and by us. We believe in nurturing not just a child’s mind and body, but their spirit, their individuality, and their dreams. We will encourage them to explore their interests, whether that’s getting involved in sports, music, or other group activities that help children build confidence, learn teamwork, and develop lifelong friendships. 

No matter what path you choose, please know this: You are worthy, and your love is evident in every step you’re taking. We admire you more than words can express, and we hold space in our hearts for whatever decision brings you peace.

Love,

Clint & Katie