Hello, we’re Jeremiah and Megan. Thank you for considering adoption and choosing to read about us. We hope you’ll be able to get a true sense of who we are. We want you to know that we understand how difficult and scary it is to face the unknown, and we hope that whatever decision you make brings you peace. 

Our story together began in high school in 2013. We only had three short months to spend together before Jeremiah departed for Marine Corps basic training. Although we hadn't dated long, we knew what we wanted: a future together. We dated long-distance and our love continued to grow for the next two years before we got engaged. Once Jeremiah returned home in 2017, we got married! 

For the first two years of our marriage, we made up for the lost time by enjoying each other’s company and blending our lives together. In 2019, we began trying to grow our family, but we have not been able to conceive biologically. We’ve seen countless doctors, and still, despite our efforts, we’re left childless. This left us with a painful hole in our hearts. As we prayed for guidance, we found ourselves being pulled towards adoption. 

Despite the challenges we’ve faced, our love, marriage, and desire to grow our family have only strengthened. We feel God has guided us towards adoption and has shown us that this is how our family is meant to grow. Becoming parents has been a long-awaited dream of ours, and we can’t wait to begin this journey. 

Megan has a younger sister and brother. She is compassionate and is always offering support or comfort to her family, friends, and siblings. 

When she was growing up, she enjoyed gymnastics, cheerleading, and spending time with her siblings. Something that has always impressed me about Megan is how smart she is. She thrived in the classroom and graduated high school with many college credits.

It didn't take long to picture Megan as my wife and the woman I wanted to raise our children. Megan is an amazing wife and best friend. She is beautiful, bold, brave, and driven. She has the most contagious laugh, and every time I hear it, I can’t help but smile. 

Megan puts her heart and soul into anything she does. She chose to be a protector, and seeing the dedication she has for her job as a detective makes me proud. I know she will put that same energy into being a great mother. 

I’m so excited to watch Megan become a mother. She is an incredible nurturer because of the way she fiercely loves those closest to her. Our time together has been a blessing, and I can’t wait to see what the future holds for us and our family. 

Jeremiah has four sisters and two brothers, in a large, blended family. Their home was often loud and full of laughter. When he was 17, Jeremiah committed to the military, knowing that he wanted a career in the Marine Corps. His unwavering commitment to both his military service and our relationship showed me what true dedication looks like.

After completing his service in the Marine Corps, Jeremiah began working for the family company, where he shares his passion for cultivating great food plots and hunting properties with others. 

Jeremiah is my anchor; he always keeps me grounded when life gets chaotic. He is genuine and reserved, and handsome, which is a huge bonus. Jeremiah is laid back and carefree. He gives his heart wholly to his loved ones and is always there to support them.

Jeremiah has always wanted children. We have twelve nieces and nephews, and anytime Jeremiah is with them, he joins in, playing like he’s a kid again. When he reads books to our nieces and nephews, he likes to go off script and make up his own storyline, instead of reading from the book. Jeremiah has such a caring heart, and I can see in his eyes how much he wants to be a dad. 

Jeremiah is a phenomenal husband and an equal partner, and I couldn’t imagine spending my life and raising children with anyone else. 

Our families are our biggest supporters and are the center of our lives. We have an extremely large, blended family, so we picture the child growing up alongside their many cousins and getting spoiled by their aunts, uncles and grandparents. 

Our family predominately lives within an hour of us in the West Michigan area. We see our family regularly every weekend. The traditions of having dinner together, celebrating milestones and birthdays, and simply spending time with each other are invaluable to us.

The love and support our families and friends share will only make this journey more special.  We know that our loved ones are rooting for us and are as eager as we are to welcome a new addition to the family. 

Our dogs, Zeus and Teddy, are a big part of our family. They are obsessed with playing with their tiny blue squeaker ball, and they face-wrestle over whose turn it is to play with it.

Zeus is middle-aged, but he acts like a puppy. He loves any ounce of attention anyone will give him, and enjoys laying around while our nieces pet and crawl on him. He loves to watch Animal Planet and always tilts his head when he finds something super intriguing. 

Teddy is our sweet, cuddler. He loves playing fetch and will expect you to play fetch until your limbs fall off. Our nieces and nephews love playing with him, and it’s adorable to watch them chase after each other.

We live in a two-story farmhouse that was built in 1900. We have completely remodeled and transformed our home into a place we love to call our own. Our favorite part has been decorating and adding the final touches to the nursery, making our dreams of welcoming a little one into our home even more real. 

We’re located in a semi-rural setting, on a large acre lot which our dogs love to run around on. We have a garden in the backyard and love trying to grow new and different things. 

We’re surrounded by neighbors who have children of varying ages. One of our neighbors even made their front yard into a baseball field.

Our home is between two different school systems, which have a mix of children and families of different races and cultures. There is an early childhood center down the street from our home, which  has multiple playgrounds surrounding it. There is also a public library within a five-minute drive that offers fun activities and story time for children.

Jeremiah – Deer hunting is a passion of mine. I began hunting with my dad as a child and it is something that I cherish sharing with him. Some of my fondest memories with my family have been while hunting on the property that my grandparents have owned for 40 years. I enjoy the quality time I get to spend with my family there, making improvements to the property.

Megan – My favorite hobby is baking, and I love to experiment with different recipes. The memories of baking with my mom and grandma hold a special place in my heart. Baking for Jeremiah and our family is one of the ways I show that I love and care for them. 

We love to travel and experience new things and places together, usually hiking or snorkeling. Creating memories, and immersing ourselves in different cultures and landscapes in our travels is truly a blessing. 

We feel that creating a supportive and nurturing environment, where the child can explore and develop their interests, is incredibly important. We believe by being open-minded and encouraging of their choices, we will empower the child to follow their heart and pursue things that bring them joy.

We are grateful to call Michigan our home, where we are fortunate to experience the beauty of four distinct seasons, each with its own cherished traditions.

Summer is Megan’s favorite season of the year. Our days are filled with outdoor adventures, from swimming in our grandparents' pool to cruising the waters of Lake Michigan on our boat. We gather with our loved ones on Father's Day and the 4th of July to celebrate with our family's traditional poolside cookouts.

Jeremiah finds comfort in the fall season. Weekends are primarily spent up north at our grandparents' cozy cabin, where Jeremiah hunts while Megan finds peace in quiet moments reading and relaxing with family. Evenings often conclude with lively euchre tournaments, where our grandpa's mischievous nature adds an element of playful competition.

As winter blankets us, we retreat indoors, unless the weather permits us to venture outside. Our winter days have mostly been filled with home renovations; however, with those projects nearing completion, we eagerly anticipate discovering new hobbies to fill our weekends. The holiday season is a busy time for us, marked by festive gatherings with our large extended family that often require us to rent out a venue to accommodate the joyful chaos of children at play.

Anytime Michigan blesses us with warm weather, we enjoy taking our dogs for leisurely walks in the nearby park. Every season we experience is a precious gift that we treasure and embrace.

Thank you, again, for taking time to read our story. As you stand at this crossroads, grappling with a decision of such magnitude, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Your courage and strength in contemplating this path do not go unnoticed. We earnestly pray that God's guiding hand will lead you to a place of peace and clarity, no matter which road you choose to walk. 

We are eagerly awaiting the chance to expand our family and know, in our hearts, that adoption is a profound blessing. As you envision the family and life you want for the baby, please know that we would feel immensely honored to welcome a baby into our hearts and home. 

We can’t wait to share our lives with a baby, and we would be excited to begin this journey with you. We promise to love the child fiercely and wholeheartedly. We promise to nurture, protect, and empower the child to reach their fullest potential and brightest future.

We understand that your openness with us may evolve or change over time. No matter what, we promise to always remember and cherish the selfless choice you have made. The child who enters our life will always be reminded of how much we, and their birth mother, love them. We commit to weaving their story into the fabric of our lives.

Sincerely,

Jeremiah and Megan