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Dave & Kim are hopeful adoptive parents from Utah waiting to adopt a baby.

If you are pregnant and considering placing your child for adoption, please read the following Dear Birthmother Letter.

Introduction Dear Birth Parent(s),

Thank you for considering adoption for your child. We don’t know all you are going through, but we hope you are able to do all the things you need to do with school, work, and/or your personal relationships. Your courage in trying to do what is best for your baby is something we really admire. We are also grateful for the time you are taking to learn a little about us and hope this letter will give you a glimpse into our lives.

When we married, we had become best friends and expected to have children right away. But, as is sometimes the case, things don't always happen the way one expects. After five years, we have not been able to find a reason for our infertility despite all the tests we have gone through. Although it has been difficult, we have grown closer as a couple and feel that our appreciation for each other will help us be better parents.

Dave as described by Kim Dave and I started out as friends. As time went by, I realized I felt more comfortable with him than anyone else. He was easy to talk to and we had fun doing everyday things together. Marrying Dave was the best thing I could do! He is genuine, thoughtful, and takes initiative to help me, and others, without being asked. He has always helped with housework, but I didn't know until after we bought a home how handy he is with tools and repairing things.

Dave has a playful personality. He likes to make people laugh and tease his siblings and me. He also has a lot of energy and can wear me out. I like that he is optimistic and not sarcastic. One more thing I appreciate about him—he will eat everything I cook. Dave’s not picky, so I can try new recipes all the time.

He also enjoys most outdoor activities. He has three brothers and one sister, so it was easy for his family to decide what to do for fun—camping, biking, hiking and skiing! I figured I couldn’t dance forever, so it has been fun having Dave teach me about the outdoor sports he enjoys. Sometimes it has been humbling to fall (a lot) while skiing or get way behind when we’re mountain biking, but he has been patient and encouraging.

Dave is also interested in art. He likes to draw and paint and has experience with a variety of mediums, such as charcoal, watercolor, and oil paints. Some of his paintings have won awards, and a number of his paintings hang in our home.

When it comes to parenting, I can see Dave being a fun dad by playing with his children, reading to them with funny voices and actions, and being involved with soccer games, dance classes, or whatever our kids are interested in doing. Most importantly though, Dave loves the gospel of Jesus Christ, and honestly tries to live what he believes.

Kim described by Dave Kim and I met after we had both graduated from college. Though we didn't date right away, we became friends and learned we had some similar interests and common experiences. As we started to get to know each other, she expressed an interest in learning new activities in the mountains. Soon after, she agreed to go biking in the mountains for our first date. She impressed me with her sense of adventure, and we spent most of the day together. The best part is that she smiled almost the whole time. Kim has been a good sport since.

She has always made me feel like I am important to her. She compliments me unexpectedly, admires my talents, and understands my shortcomings. She also has really good taste, which appeals to my artistic side, and she is super-sensible. I have come to know her as a truly caring individual with a strong desire to do what's right.

Kim is a wonderful cook and gracious host with a good knowledge of nutrition and health. She exercises regularly, but has the most fun when she’s dancing—especially Irish (she makes it look so easy). She can keep track of a million things and makes good use of time—all gracefully.

Most of all, I know Kim will be a wonderful mother. She loves to read, learn, discover, create, and listen. Her main ambition is to have a home filled with love, music, talents, and friendship. We have tried to prepare for that by spending time together, supporting each other in our talents, playing the piano (together), updating our home, and having people over for dinner and games.

Kim is very professional and efficient at whatever she does. Her talents helped her excel in her job in the retirement business for five years. In fact, almost a year after she quit work to spend more time at home, her employer asked her if she could come back. They have accommodated our needs by letting her work two days a week, knowing that she plans to be a full-time mother when we adopt.

Though she would not admit it, whatever she decides to do, she finds a way to do it well. For that reason, I look forward to raising children with her.

Conclusion We are excited to share with a child the opportunities a family can offer. We would like our children to be able to pursue their interests and hobbies, and we would like to support them the way our parents supported us with our decisions and ambitions.

In order to keep you informed as a birth parent, we would be happy to provide photos, stories, and the occasional video via letter, email, and/or a web page. Please know that we will try to understand and accommodate your interest in the accomplishments and adventures of the child who may be placed in our home. We would speak of you with gratitude and love, and a child in our home would know that he/she is loved by their birth parents.

Placing a child for adoption is a selfless act, and we may not completely understand the sacrifice that is involved. Nevertheless, we would be honored if you considered us when making your decision and pray that you will feel peace in the choice you make.

We wish you the best!

Dave & Kim