We are adopting!!!
Our path to adoption has been incredibly encouraging and we are so thankful for our family, friends, church and medical community that have been with us along the way!
In our first year of marriage, we talked with an agency regarding international adoption. We researched, gathered information and placed this desire on the shelf as we continued to enjoy our first years of marriage (at the time we did not meet age eligibility requirements to adopt internationally).
Throughout our marriage we experienced several years of infertility and unsuccessful procedures and we decided to take a much needed break. During this time we felt complete peace and comfort. The plan for growing our family became abundantly clear and we could not be more excited to pursue one of the initial desires of our hearts- adoption!!
It may surprise you to hear that adoption costs can easily total up to $50,000-$60,000 (costs can include legal fees/paperwork, home study and social work fees, international travel, agency fees). We are looking to raise funds for a portion of our adoption to help bring our child home. Please know that we are so thankful for your consideration to help financially and we are grateful to share our journey and do life with you all by our side.
With Love, Richie and Kirsten
