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Ann
Maryland
Hiya,my name is Ann. My friends say I am kind with a great sense of humor and com-
passionate. I am a physician and a pet lover. I love to spend time with my two
dogs and three cats.
My hobbies are cooking, gardening, hiking or sculpting. I also like trying new things.
I am excited to start a family through adoption and I can’t wait to become a parent.
For more information contact Beverly Clarke at [email protected] Phone:
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Becky and Dave
Maryland
Hi there,we’re Dave and Becky. Dave is friendly, thoughtful and sweet and
Becky is warm, funny and kind. We’re a loving married couple, eager to
adopt and add to our family.
We are a very active couple. We like to go hiking, snowboarding, kayaking and scuba diving.
We also enjoy travelling, attending church, and spending time with family and friends.
I (Becky) grew up in a large blended family of 8 siblings, helping out my parents taking care of
everyone. Dave volunteers with the children of wounded warriors every week. We love chil-
dren and can’t wait to expand our family.
For more information contact Beverly Clarke at [email protected]
Phone: (301) 664-9664
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Brett and Leigh
Maryland
Hello, we’re Brett and Leigh Anne. We have a loving relationship and have been
married for 30 years. We founded a real estate company together and spend
our days working closely together. We have a terrific relationship, and have excellent commu-
nication skills.
Leigh Ann is thoughtful and energetic and Brett is outgoing and creative. We enjoy being
involved in our church, Brett has been a pastor for 15 years and Leigh Anne teaches Sunday
school at a church they also founded. We also enjoy watching films, listening to music, stay-
ing active and playing with our dog, Jethro.
For more information contact Beverly Clarke at [email protected]
Phone: (301) 664-9664
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Mindy
Maryland
Hi,I’m Mindy. I’m warm, friendly and active. During my free time I like to cook, entertain
friends, go hiking, spent time outside and go to the theater. I am also fluent in sign
language.
Due to personal experiences, I have a unique appreciation for what kids in foster care go
through. I have been preparing myself for all the challenges and joys of becoming a parent.
For more information contact Beverly Clarke at [email protected]
Phone: (301) 664-9664
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Michelle
Maryland
Hi there,I’m Michelle. I’m upbeat and outgoing. During my free time I enjoy
physical activities, going to the movies and attending music and cultur-
al festivals.
I enjoy attending church and participating in church events. I have a great support system of
family and friends. I can’t wait to become a mom!
For more information contact Beverly Clarke at [email protected]
Phone: (301) 664-9664
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Maurine
Maryland
Hello, my name is Maurine. I am creative, easy-going and caring. During my free
time I make jewelry, read, and take care of my dog. I also have an extensive
Barbie doll collection.
I understand that being calm and patient is important. I feel that my expectations are realistic
about caring for a child who has had traumatic experiences.
For more information contact Beverly Clarke at [email protected]
Phone: (301) 664-9664
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Jim and Leigh
Maryland
Hello, we are Jim and Leah. We are a loving married couple, looking to start a fami-
ly. Jim is funny, thoughtful and friendly, and Leah is kind and sweet.
Jim has a social work degree and works for an adult psychiatric treatment program. Leah
works for the government.
For fun, we like to stay active, riding our bikes, running, swimming and hiking. We also like
listening to music, meditating and spending time with our dog.
For more information contact Beverly Clarke at [email protected]
Phone: (301) 664-9664
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John and William
Maryland
Hello! we are John and William. We have been happily married for five years.
John is friendly and funny and William is warm and thoughtful. For fun, we like to stay active,
listen to music, cooking, baking and spending time with family and friends.
We have one friendly dog at home and have a great support of other adoptive parents, family
and friends.
For more information contact Beverly Clarke at [email protected]
Phone: (301) 664-9664
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Quang, Scott and Cameron
Maryland
Hi,we’re Quang and Scott. We’re a loving and committed couple who have been togeth-
er for 15 years. Quang is friendly and smart, Scott is funny, thoughtful and kind.
We adopted Cameron five years ago when he was 10. He is a wonderful child, who is funny
and engaging. I (Quang) have had a very positive personal experience with adoption as I was
adopted when I was an infant.
During our free time we enjoy reading, travelling, photography, music and spending time
together with our family, friends and our dog Percy. We have a great support from family and
friends as well as other adoptive families.
For more information contact Beverly Clarke at [email protected]
Phone: (301) 664-9664
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Scott and John
Maryland
Hello, we are Scott and John. We have been in a domestic partnership for three
years now and have been together for seven years.
We enjoy spending time outdoors, playing tennis or sailing. We also like reading travelling
and listening to music during our free time.
Scott is fluent in Spanish because he spent time in Puerto Rico. At the moment we have no
kids at home, but John has had experience foster parenting. I (John) still keep in touch with
her today.
For more information contact Beverly Clarke at [email protected]
Phone: (301) 664-9664
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Douglas
Maryland
Hello, my name is Douglas. I am energetic and fun. My friends describe me as be-
ing extremely engaging with a great sense of humor.
During my free time I enjoy boating or fulfilling my love of life-long learning at museums. I
also love travelling to interesting destinations.
I am an entrepreneur with my own business so am able to devote all my time to any new fami-
ly member. I am excited and ready to take on the thrills of parenting!
For more information contact Beverly Clarke at [email protected]
Phone: (301) 664-9664
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Danielle
Maryland
Hiya,I’m Danielle. I’m looking forward to becoming a parent. I enjoy reading, running
and practicing yoga during my free time.
I spend a lot of time with my friend’s children as well as being actively involved in my niece’s
life. Using community resources, I have spent time preparing my life for my new family mem-
ber.
For more information contact Beverly Clarke at [email protected]
Phone: (301) 664-9664
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John and Pamela
Maryland
Hello, we are John and Pamela. We are a compassionate, warm and fun-loving
married couple.
We enjoy travelling, sports, cooking, gardening and playing video games.
We look forward to meeting you!
For more information contact Beverly Clarke at [email protected]
Phone: (301) 664-9664
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Wade and Coral
Maryland
Hi there,we are Wade and Coral. We have been married for 11 years. Wade is
thoughtful, quiet and kind, and Coral is sweet and warm and speaks
fluent Spanish and French.
We like to spend time outdoors, playing tennis, and watching sports. We also love to travel a
lot, doing cultural activities. We are close to family and friends, especially Wade’s niece Ruby.
For more information contact Beverly Clarke at [email protected]
Phone: (301) 664-9664
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