dear expectant mother
As we write this letter, our hearts are filled with deep admiration for the strength and courage you have. Your decision to consider adoption for your baby reflects a profound love and selflessness we hold in the highest regard. We want you to know our hearts are filled with gratitude for the incredible gift you are considering. Your selflessness is an inspiration, and we are honored at the possibility of providing a loving home for your precious child.
Our commitment to you is rooted in openness and honesty. We are willing to embrace any level of contact that brings you comfort, whether through letters, pictures, or occasional visits. Your presence in your child's life will always be valued, and we are dedicated to creating an environment of trust and understanding.
Your decision is a gift that will shape our lives and the life of your future child. If you are comfortable, we would love to know more about you—your dreams, aspirations, and the incredible person you are.
Thank you for considering us!
About Us
Hello! We're Afrim and Henriet. We’ve been happily married for fourteen years and reside in the Midwest. Our love story began on Facebook through a mutual friend, with one of us from the Midwest and the other from the East Coast. After navigating a long-distance relationship, we couldn't wait any longer to be together, leading us to tie the knot. Shortly after we got married, we started our own business. Working side by side, we find joy in our shared professional journey. After work, our evenings are dedicated to walks with our two dogs, followed by a movie or TV show. Weekends are for quality time with friends and neighbors, involving grilling, laughter, bonfires, and music. During holidays, road trips with our dogs take us to visit out-of-state family. We also cherish alone time, indulging in date nights at the movies or dining at nice restaurants.
Our Home & Pets
We reside in a welcoming, three-bedroom home with a finished basement and a huge, fenced backyard that brings joy to our beloved dogs, Buddy and Niko. Our favorite retreat is the backyard, a space for gardening, grilling, and bonfires shared with cherished neighbors who have become like family. We live in a tranquil neighborhood, and our home enjoys proximity to an elementary school and easy access to various activities, parks, restaurants, and malls. The convenience of being 15 minutes from the airport and a short, 30-minute drive from downtown adds to the richness of our location, providing opportunities to explore beaches and museums. Our home is a haven in a vibrant community.
Our Extended Family
We both come from large extended families, with aunts, uncles, and cousins. We’re both close to our families and love spending lots of time with each side.
Henriet’s family lives in New York and New Jersey. Her parents have been married 49 years. Henriet’s brother, his wife, their two girls, and a baby boy live with her parents. Two sisters are nearby: one next door and the other in New Jersey. Both sisters are married with two children each. Regular FaceTime calls keep us connected, especially with our nieces and nephews. Henriet and her family visit each other at least twice a year and love celebrating birthdays and holidays together.
Afrim grew up in Illinois with three younger sisters and his mother. The oldest sister is engaged, lives 30 minutes away, and has a daughter who lives in Michigan. Afrim’s middle sister lives in Florida; she is married with two daughters who go to college. Afrim’s mother and younger sister live nearby, and we have regular visits and traditional meals together. Afrim’s father lives overseas. He is married with a little boy, who’s nine years old. Afrim FaceTimes with his father and brother every Sunday and tries to make visits every couple of years.
What Led Us To Adoption
We have always known we wanted to be parents. Shortly after getting married, we began our journey to parenthood. After multiple unsuccessful rounds of IVF, we realized that was not the path God meant for us. We now know our journey to parenthood is through adoption. Our hearts have so much love to give, our home has so much space to fill, and we now know adoption is the path toward expanding our family. We are very excited and can’t wait to be parents!
Fun Facts
About Henriet
| Occupation | Business owner |
|---|---|
| Education | Cosmetology |
| Race | Caucasian |
| Favorite Food | Pizza, sushi |
| Favorite Hobby | Gardening, organizing, walking |
| Favorite Movie | The Notebook |
| Favorite Sport | MMA |
| Favorite Holiday | Thanksgiving |
| Favorite TV Show | Virgin River |
| Favorite Subject in School | Art |
| Dream Vacation | Hawaii |
About Afrim
| Occupation | Business owner |
|---|---|
| Education | High school |
| Race | Caucasian |
| Favorite Food | Burgers, pizza, sushi |
| Favorite Hobby | Gardening, woodworking projects, coin collecting |
| Favorite Movie | The Lord of the Rings |
| Favorite Sport | MMA, boxing |
| Favorite Holiday | New Year |
| Favorite TV Show | 24 |
| Favorite Subject in School | History |
| Dream Vacation | Bora Bora |
Contact Henriet & Afrim
Choose a Family for
Your Baby With Confidence
As you browse our list of hopeful adoptive parents, you can feel confident in knowing that all of the adoptive families working with Angel Adoption are prepared to offer your baby a safe, stable, and loving environment along with a wealth of opportunities for a happy and fulfilling life.
Each adoptive parent has been thoroughly evaluated through a home study course conducted by a licensed agency. A completed home study means the family is emotionally, physically, and financially ready to adopt a baby.
The home study process includes assessments of each parent’s character, marital stability, financial situation, lifestyle, and medical history. The agency also runs background checks to verify there is no record of criminal activity or child abuse. In addition, a social worker will inspect the family’s home to ensure it is a safe environment for a child.
Furthermore, Angel Adoption requires each family to be educated on adopting and parenting. After a baby has been placed with the adoptive family, a social worker will continue to monitor and supervise the family. We go to great lengths to make sure all the families you have to choose from are going to be excellent parents for your baby!
Not sure how to start? See our How to Choose an Adoptive Family resource page.
If you need more help, you’re always welcome to contact us any time!