Hi! We are Julian and Emily! We’re excited that you have found our page and are filled with gratitude that you may consider us as prospective parents.

We met in 2015 at our undergraduate university. We shared a friend group and learned that we came from rival high schools. Turns out, we had been 20 minutes apart our whole lives, seen each other (unknowingly) at sporting events, and just never got to meet until our freshman year of college.

Julian said it was love at first sight. A few months into knowing each other, we began dating and have enjoyed countless great memories forged together. We’ve cooked together, watched favorite movies and shows, gone on trips and vacations, visited the beach, been with our friends and family as much as possible, and more! We got engaged in 2022, married in 2023, rescued our sweet dog, Ymir, in 2024, and are eagerly ready to start growing our family!

Adoption has always been our Plan A. We are excited for the possibility of welcoming a child into our home and being able to give them a fantastic life. We look forward to talking more with you and getting to know you, to help the child feel confident and secure in themselves from day one.

As an engineer, Julian loves to solve problems, create equations, and apply them to our family’s life to ensure that we have a great future in terms of finances, careers, school districts, communities, extended family involvement, and more. Julian recognizes that the adoption process is challenging for all parties, but he thrives on facing challenges head on.

Julian earned his BS in Electrical Engineering in 2019. To further his career and personal interests, he earned an MBA in 2023, which opened the door for him to take on leadership roles.

When I think of Julian, I think about how dedicated he is to helping others. I remember him giving his umbrella to a woman without one on the street so she wouldn’t get soaked from the rain. I think of how he drops everything to help friends move into their new homes. I can recall often when I have been frustrated about something and he works with me to solve the problem, even if it has nothing to do with him. Julian is always reliable and is mentally, physically, and emotionally strong, and consistently looking at the bigger picture.

I’ve known since the early days of dating Julian that his number one goal in life is to be the best dad ever. Seeing how his interactions with kids in the grocery store makes them smile, how he plays with our dog endlessly, how he entertains our friend’s nephews by rolling down hills with them in his good dress shirt; I can absolutely see him accomplishing that goal with ease.

Emily has always loved everything to do with school. She enjoyed playing school with her two younger sisters growing up and teaching them what she had learned that day. Even though she graduated with a BA in Communication Studies in 2019, she quickly enrolled in an accelerated Master’s of Secondary Education program, graduating again in 2020. From there, she began her career teaching high school English and can’t picture herself doing anything else!

When I think of Emily, I think of someone who can empathize with anyone and anything. Not to be superficial, but when I first met her, she was (and will forever be) an absolute smoke show; a straight 10. Her looks may have been what guided my interest at first, but her smile and eyes, paired with a giddy optimism and all-encompassing love for the people around her, is what really makes Emily everyone’s sunshine on a rainy day. She helps everyone around her become better versions of themselves seamlessly. I have no doubt she’ll do the same for a future child and for our family. She is the one who is consistently emotionally supportive and will be the rock that will support our family better than anyone ever could.

I know Emily will be a great mom one day, not only because of her kindness, but because of her ability to listen and make others feel heard and appreciated. She helps others focus on what they do best and helps them identify how to be better through their creativity and self-reflection. She is a perfect guide to educate and love not only any child, but anyone.

We live in a beautifully renovated large townhouse in the suburbs of Alexandria, Virginia. We moved to this area in June of 2026, to be closer to family. Julian's parents are one street away, and his brothers and their families are within a 15 minute drive of our home. We love getting together with friends and family, and do so often. We love cooking in our custom kitchen, sipping wine from our bar collection downstairs in the library room, and planning the future of our family. Our dog, Ymir, loves peoplewatching from the window on the second floor and trying to be best friends with every person, dog, and squirrel she sees on our walks. Our neighborhood is very safe, diverse, and welcoming; there are children who play daily on our street, a neighborhood playground a block away, and many nature trails and walking paths by the lake nearby.

Our community called Kingstowne is one of the highest rated places to live in our area of Northern Virginia. It's very walkable for us to get to the town center with many shops, restauraunts, and green spaces; several pools and parks as well. We have noticed a lot of turnover recently, seeing more and more young families moving in nearby. This feels promising to us, as our kids will always have friends to play with in the neighborhood!

We love where we live. We moved from a southern New Jersey suburb, and are pleasantly surprised with this area. There are many things to do, places to go, and everything you need is nearby. We are also very happy to be so close to family that can help us as we look to welcome a child! Julian’s brothers are in similar life-stages as we are, and his parents are retired/retiring, so there will be an abundance of fun, family, cousins, and love to share. The intricate mix of cultures in the D.C. suburbs never ceases to amaze us and we’re confident that the child’s culture can be represented and integrated in their daily life. We are very much looking forward to the new opportunities that area will afford us and any child(ren).

We both grew up in large, close-knit families, and wouldn’t want to change that for the world! In both of our families, cooking and sharing a good meal is a form of love. Julian is the middle child of three boys, and Emily is the oldest of three girls.

Julian’s father and brothers are also engineers with advanced degrees. Learning new skills and hobbies is a family cornerstone. His mother is a retired preschool teacher, so he and his brothers grew up understanding the importance of schooling, which we look to replicate in our family. Emily’s father is a retired engineer, and her mother is a lauded homemaker. Her two sisters’ careers are as a nurse and a preschool assistant teacher.

Living in northern Virginia, Julian’s entire family is minutes away! Emily’s family is within a 2-hour drive, which is an easy distance, ensuring both families have the opportunity to be present, supportive, and to share their love with the child. 

We share a large friend group from college that we see often; we take trips together, have dinners, go to events, take part in each other’s weddings, and more! The ten of us are integral pieces of each other's lives and we are a strong support system for each other. Our friends are our age and are starting families, and we look forward to continuing our life-long relationships with them, and introducing the child to an environment filled with other children and instant friends!

One thing about us – there will always be good food on the table. We both come from families who enjoy cooking, and we have studied many family recipes over the years. Let us know if you have one we should learn and pass on!

Every year, we hold the Great Christmas Cookie Debate. Julian’s mom makes different types of Christmas cookies with her friends, and the entire family participates in a taste test to determine if the new cookies are keepers for future years. It is very contentious!

We prioritize spending time with the people we love. This includes taking our annual 4th of July trip with college friends in North Carolina, going to trivia nights with Emily’s sisters and their significant others, and inviting Julian’s brothers and their significant others for a summertime excursion to Philadelphia, reliving fun childhood memories. Playing with our little dog, Ymir, is a highlight of our day, every day. In addition, we love our Philly sports teams and host a Superbowl party for friends and family every year. We can already see all the baby-sized Eagles gear in the child’s future…

While there are many interests we share, we also have individual interests. Julian loves playing card and board games, chess, and even distilling and crafting his own limoncello. Emily loves to keep working on her reading list and finding new types of tea to drink while doing it. We want to support the child’s interests, and we look forward to being their biggest fans as they evolve throughout their life.

Thank you again for all your time in reading about us and our family, and for taking a glimpse into the life a child could have with us. Our greatest dream in life is to have the honor of raising a child and helping them grow into their best self.

With us, a baby will have everything they could ever want or need. We are committed to providing an excellent education, financial support system, and network of incredible family and friends. We’ve optimized our workdays to ensure that we will be able to spend the most amount of time possible with the baby. We will nurture them in a safe and loving environment where they can thrive, and have the patience and understanding necessary for creating a relationship based in honesty and kindness.

We are happy to have any level of openness in the adoption that reflects your preferences and comfortability. We want to give you the option to see the child during their many stages of life and to cultivate a relationship between you both. 

We’re confident that no matter what path you choose, the baby will live the best life and be happy. Thank you for considering us, and we hope to hear from you soon!