Our Life Together

We met while working at the same office in New York City. Eventually our careers took different directions, but our relationship and commitment to each other remained strong and our love grew. We eventually registered as Domestic Partners in New York, and later decided to officially marry in Quebec City, with 60 of our family and friends by our side.

Today, we live just outside of New York City, in a small town on the Hudson River. The best parts of New York, like museums, zoos, and the arts, are just minutes away, but at home we enjoy safe streets, parks to play in, and great schools.

We also own an 1845 farmhouse in Upstate New York, which is our weekend getaway where we enjoy gardening, hiking, swimming and some day hope to put up a swing set. We've spent the last four years completely restoring the house to get it ready for our child. We share our homes with Sadie, a rescue dog that's a super-cute and playful Australian Shepherd mix.

We both grew up enjoying the outdoors and still enjoy it today, as well as growing our own vegetables, cooking, and woodworking. We also enjoy traveling and can't wait to show our child some of our favorite places, like London, the Caribbean, Rome and Africa.

Our child will know, from the very first moment, that they are with us thanks to the love of his or here birthparents.

A Child's Life with Us

For us, pursuing adoption was a very natural decision as it is already part of our family since Steve's father and uncle, who are twins, were adopted. Our child will know, from the very first moment, that they are with us thanks to the love of many people, including his or her birthparents. We see a life filled with love and compassion, strong values but a deep sense of understanding and tolerance, an emphasis on education but tempered with lots of fun, and most of all, an environment in which they will know they are cherished by us, our family and friends.

Family and friends are a central part of our lives. Our parents are anxiously awaiting becoming grandparents and there is a team of aunts, uncles and cousins waiting to welcome our child into the family. Additionally, we are extremely lucky to have lots of incredible friends in our lives, most dating back to high school or college. Today, many of our friends have children, so play dates are ready to be scheduled.

Our child will have a great education. We both feel that a good education is a solid foundation for all that life brings you. The emphasis will not only be what they learn inside the classroom but also the many wonderful outside experiences: from traveling and exploring the world, to skipping rocks on a lake, baking pies, or simply sitting together at the dinner table and sharing with one another.

We see a life filled with love and compassion, strong values but a deep sense of understanding...

About Carson

I was born and raised in a small coastal town in southern Maine. I am the youngest of three, and an only son, who grew up under the watchful eye of two older sisters. My summers were often spent in northern Maine in the lakes region, and as I got older, I attended summer camp. My parents taught me to value all that Maine had to offer, however, we were always reminded of the world beyond, and I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to travel while in school. I attended college in the Midwest and moved to New York shortly after graduation. Since then, I have pursued a career in public relations and public affairs. I am currently employed with a large jewelry retailer. I have two loving parents, a strong network of friends and colleagues, and above all, a loving husband and dog to share my life with.

I thrive at work but also look forward to the weekends, when Steve, Sadie and I spend quality time together. I enjoy cooking, yard work, reading, hosting friends, movies, and biking, but nothing makes me happier than walking my dog in the back corn field on a beautiful morning. I cant wait to do this with my child, enjoying each other and the beautiful natural world around us.

Steve about Carson
Carson is caring, supportive, generous, and will make the most incredible father. He has a great sense of humor and has never lost the sense of child inside of him. Carson is smart, funny, adventurous, compassionate and strong. I take comfort in knowing that no matter what happens around us, Carson will stand by my side with unconditional love.

About Steve

I grew up in Michigan, in a small town about an hour outside of Detroit. My parents divorced when I was nine years-old, and my younger brother Eric and I lived with my dad. Throughout school, I was very active and was even an exchange student to Belgium. At home, my dad loved to restore old houses and antiques, so he taught me many of the skills I've used around our own home, like carpentry, wiring, and plumbing. My grandmother also helped raise us and taught me how to cook almost anything under the sun, in addition to exposing us to the performing arts and other cultural experiences.

Eventually, I moved to San Francisco, and finally, New York City. Today I work for a college, and although I love my job, I am looking forward to being a stay-at-home dad. I love to cook big meals and entertain our friends...I make a mean apple pie. Travel has also been one of my passions and I also love to be outdoors, whether it's in the garden or on the ski slopes, playing tennis (poorly), hiking, camping, bicycling, or swimming.

Carson about Steve
Steve is the kindest and most caring person I have ever met. He is beyond charming and well liked/loved by all who meet him. He's also selfless to a fault, always putting my and others needs and wants before his. He is smart, funny and easy-going, which makes everyone around him feel comfortable. Most of all, he is wonderfully affectionate and loving.

Contact Us!

It's not easy to say everything that you'd like to, so we truly hope you'll give us a call in order to answer any questions that you might have. Thank you for taking the time to learn a little bit more about us.

Please feel free to call Friends in Adoption at 1-800-982-3678.

We want you to you feel confident that we will provide a home filled with love, laughter, stability and encouragement. Thank you considering us as you make this incredible decision, and we hope to speak with you soon.