Growing up, our families both enjoyed sports and travel together and those are some of our best memories. We want to give that type of upbringing to our child, so that he or she will feel encouraged, valued and supported and will learn how to give those things to others.
We take a break on an epic powder day to share in the wonder and beauty of snow in the trees.
We travel frequently during Scotty's school breaks, often going to Latin America and Mexico. There's always a bit of adventure in these trips, as Scotty demonstrates (left), on the Pacuare River in Costa Rica.
Both of us feel it is important to see as much of the world as possible and get to know other cultures. Besides, the people are great almost everywhere we've been, and it's a lot of fun practicing our Spanish.
One of the true secrets of life is knowing how to relax. Scotty takes a moment to commune with nature at Tikal in Guatemala.
Both of us feel so lucky to have the opportunity to see first hand the incredible civilizations of the Maya in Central America. We camped at Tikal for several days and toured the ruins and new museum.
We always spend a good deal of our travel time studying languages and cultures as well as enjoying the sporting life.
Dana studies an authentic Mexican Indian ceramic piece with one of her Spanish students. On this trip last year, she taught and traveled with a group of students for three weeks in Central Mexico.
They visited ancient villages, colonial towns and a Volcano, as well as spent several hours a day studying and shopping, sightseeing or horseback riding.
In our new family, we will provide unconditional love in a nurturing environment, non-judgmental guidance and a safe, stable home. We have a wealth of experience to fall back on and inner strength to propel us ahead. By having this, a child can grow up with the skills and support needed to make life's journey successful.
We believe in balance. We've always done work that provides good income and benefits. But instead of pursuing the fast track, we've chosen a simpler work life to make room for a fulfilling family life. We moved from the high-tech cubicles of top computer companies to home consulting and education to accomplish this.
So, if you want to give your child a wonderful, loving, supportive home we hope you'll choose us as adoptive parents.