Hello Expectant Mother,
My name is Leigh. I can imagine this might be a complicated time for you with lots of questions to ask and decisions to make. I hope this letter will share a little about me, my family, and my deep desire to become a parent.
For as long as I can remember, I have wanted to have children. Over the years, I have had the pleasure of enjoying my friends' kids and my nephew. Now, I'm honored and excited to be starting my own family through open adoption. I look forward to giving a child unconditional love, limitless hugs and a positive, stable home. Thank you, in advance, for your consideration.
About Me
As a young child, I was raised in a small town outside of Omaha, Nebraska called Papillion. When I was in elementary school, my family moved to San Jose, California, because my father was transferred for his job. I attended middle school and high school in San Jose. My parents spent a lot of time reading books to me when I was a small child so I thrived on reading and learning as I grew up. Because of this, I graduated high school early and started college when I was 16. After graduating with a degree in marketing, I moved to San Francisco where I lived for many years. While enjoying my career as a marketing executive, I attended graduate school at night to get my MBA. I am currently a Vice President of Marketing at a large national bank in San Francisco. I enjoy my job very much because I have smart, supportive co-workers and challenging projects that allow me to thrive professionally.
My Family and Friends
My parents have been married for nearly fifty years and I am grateful that both my parents are still healthy and very active. They live fairly close to me and we see each other often and we talk on the phone all the time. I also have one sister who, with my brother-in-law and nephew, moved to New Orleans, Louisiana last year due to my brother-in-law's new job. My sister and I talk frequently by phone and we remain connected and involved in each other's lives. I love to dote on my nephew, and often send him large-print letters filled with stickers and drawings. He looks forward to his weekly letters from "Aunt Leigh". My sister and her husband have designated me as the guardian of their son should anything happen to them. Luckily we are able to coordinate lots of visiting time with each other. In the fall the family met at Disney World in Florida for a week and this past winter, we met in Las Vegas, Nevada.
I have a wonderful circle of supportive friends of all ages, who are like family to me. I have known some of my friends for 15 - 20 years. They are excited about my desire to adopt and are standing by to help support me and my child.
About My Home
For the majority of my adult life, I lived in San Francisco and enjoyed all of the culture, convenience and adventure that a big city has to offer. About seven years ago, my mom gave me a Yellow Labrador puppy, and I decided to move to a house with a yard. I now live in a suburb of San Francisco called Mill Valley, which is a smaller community across the Golden Gate Bridge. My house has 3 bedrooms and a fenced patio that opens to a backyard with a lawn. There are wonderful schools within walking distance from my home and there are also many parks. My home is nestled between the redwood-covered mountains and the water of the San Francisco Bay. I feel very fortunate to be able to enjoy the best of all worlds - beautiful views of the bay and ocean, the smell of nearby woods, and I only have a short drive into the city. My home always makes me feel peaceful and relaxed, and friends and family also enjoy visiting.
Fannie is my faithful, fun, ball-fanatic yellow lab. I have had Fannie since she was 7-weeks old. She likes to walk, hike, nap, go to the beach, drive in the car, run errands and play. She has a repertory of tricks up her sleeve. She is gentle and loves kids.
My Desire to Be a Parent
I have always wanted to be a parent, probably due to the wonderful relationship that I continue to enjoy with my parents. Several years ago, after I received disappointing results of my fertility tests, I realized that my desire to become a parent had not wavered. I am grateful and excited to create my family through open adoption.
While I haven't found my husband yet, I am ready to start a family on my own. If I do find a partner at some point throughout the adoption process, or after I have adopted a child, I assure you that my child will always be my first priority. A commitment to both us is would be essential when considering a relationship.
My Life Now
While I enjoy my job, I try to leave a very balanced life. I have many activities that I enjoy doing. I love to read books. My reading tastes range from classics to more recent fiction and non-fiction. I also love being outdoors. My outdoor interests include walking, hiking, and biking. I'm fortunate to live in a place that has easy access to all of these activities. Most often, I am walking or hiking with my dog and I love outdoor adventures. For about 10 years, I've been involved in a cooking club with essentially the same group of women. I have had a lot of fun creating wonderful meals along with making new friends. I love to travel - from short, weekend-warrior trips to longer, international trips to places like Africa, France and England.
What Kind of Parent I Will Be
I was raised with active, engaged parents who sought out opportunities for me to learn about the world through first-hand experiences. I will seek the same opportunities for my child and encourage personal development and self-confidence with travel, trips to zoos, museums, the library, theaters and many more fun adventures. I will also provide positive encouragement so that he or she can aspire to be anyone he or she wants to be. My child will grow up in a safe, secure and stable home. I will provide hugs, kisses, lullabies, bedtime stories, a listening ear, a shoulder to cry on and unconditional love and support to a child.
Thank you for reading my letter. I wish you peace and comfort in your journey. I look forward to meeting you.
If you would like to get to know me better or meet me, you can reach me directly at my toll-free number: 1-800-534-4401. You can also email me at leighadopts@sbcglobal.net. Or you can also call my adoption attorney, Susan Romer, at the Law Offices of Adams & Roper at 1-800-U-ADOPT-US (1-800-823-6788, toll free) or email her at adamsromer@aol.com.
Warmly,
Leigh
