"As a father myself now, I have some insight into what makes a good parent: love, strength, flexibility, intelligence. These are the obvious things. But most of all I think that you need to be happy and truly engaged in your own life in order to teach your children how to be happy and engaged in theirs. To me, Dave and Meg personify this. They always seem to be genuinely enjoying the lives they have chosen, as well as their life together. Through whatever the world has thrown at them, the good and the bad alike, they have always maintained a positive attitude, relied on each other for strength and support, and forged ahead as a team. I have seen the love and respect (and even the romance!) in their marriage first-hand. Pursuing this adoption is perhaps the perfect example of this healthy spirit. I think as parents, and perhaps especially as adoptive parents, that is the best gift you can possibly give to your children.”
— Andy S.
“Once you’ve met their families, it’s easy to see why Meg and Dave get along so well and why they’re such nice people to begin with… They would be incredible parents. They are each stellar individuals in every respect and they have a great relationship with each other. They’re responsible, good natured, respectful, informed, intelligent, generous, mature, empathetic, youthful, enthusiastic and just plain delightful to be around. They’re well-organized, they’re always sensitive to other peoples’ needs and feelings, and they have the ability to handle even a stressful situation without getting flustered. They’re good at making a plan and executing it, and they conscientiously plan for the future.”
— Dabni H.
“Truthfully, I cannot think of a couple who would be better parents and who would show a child more love than Meg and David. I have known Meg for approximately twenty years and have known David for approximately ten years. I have witnessed their love for each other and their devotion to their marriage first hand, and can attest to how truly committed they are to each other and to being parents. I know that they have wanted to become parents for many years and that they are very excited about the prospect of becoming adoptive parents. During the time I’ve spent with them, I have witnessed their compassion, their intellect, their morals and values, and their sense of adventure and love of life. I consider them to be of the highest moral caliber. I also know they are incredibly responsible and caring people. They are the kind of couple that any of their friends would not hesitate to leave their own children with to babysit or care for. Importantly, they are also really fun to be around. Any child lucky enough to be adopted by Meg and David can look forward to a childhood full of laughter, exploration, adventure, and lots of love.”
— Eric B.
“I would absolutely recommend Meg and Dave as adoptive parents. As a couple, they are intelligent, warm, patient, caring, happy, positive and loving people. They are all about family and friends, and are the first people to offer help when you need it. One of my favorite things about them is their sense of humor. Quick witted and hilariously funny they always know how to make you laugh! Working so closely with Meg, I have perspective on her as a supervisor and a close friend. She is one of the most supportive and nurturing people I have ever known. I admire her calm, patient nature, and am a lucky recipient of her giving and caring ways. Since I've become a new mother, she has been very understanding and compassionate, actually helping me to ensure my child and my family come first. This is extremely rare to find in a supervisor. Recently I have had health problems with my son and she's always checking in on me, worried, helpful and sensitive to my situation.”
— Melissa A.
“I have known David for over 35 years. We grew up in the same neighborhood and attended grade school, high school, and college together. David is one of my closest and most trusted friends and I can wholeheartedly say without any doubt that he and Meg will make wonderful parents. I have known Meg for over 10 years, and have found her to be kind and compassionate. Both David and Meg are highly intelligent and extremely creative. I can attest to the devotion David and Meg have for each other. They are committed to one another and have long wanted children. I know they have not come by this decision lightly. I am convinced they will provide a warm and loving home to any child fortunate enough to be adopted by them.”
— Gino B.
“Over the 17 years I have known her I have seen Meg under all circumstances. I have known David for less time (13 years), but I knew from the moment that they met that they were perfectly matched. David’s friendly, supportive and optimistic personality makes light of issues that might be daunting to others and there is not a soul alive who doesn’t warm to his presence. He is spiritual, kind and thoughtful. And I’ve seen the effect he has on children including my own child. They love him and appreciate that he is interested in them and doesn’t talk down to them. Children light up when he engages with them. My wife is a child psychologist and together for similar and different reasons we would unhesitatingly recommend this fantastic couple as adoptive parents. Why? Because they are kind, hard working, inventive, generous with their time and friendship and very good human beings.”
— Jeremy W.
“Knowing Meg and David for many years and living in close proximity before we moved, I have had many chances to see how they act and react in all kinds of different conditions. Under stress they are level-headed and focused. David is warm hearted and fun and funny, and able to see the positive in almost any circumstance. His presence is reassuring in any situation, whether distressing or joyous. Meg is one of the most competent people I have ever known. She does nothing without preparation and most importantly, thoughtfulness. She is the first person I would think of whenever I am about to undertake a new challenge. I am grateful and blessed to have both of them in my family’s’ life. They will make excellent, loving, caring parents.”
— Reuben W.
“I have always been struck by what a good “fit” David and Meg are for each other and how willing they are to give to, and sacrifice for, each other. I believe that unconditional devotion and a willingness to sacrifice are two qualities that are critically important for parenting.
Dave and Meg have demonstrated that willingness and devotion not only in their marriage, but also in their quest to start a family.”
— Greg C.
“Both Meg and David come from large and loving families, and they are very involved in their many nieces’ and nephews’ lives. This strong family sensibility and their obvious devotion to kids led us to choose them as godparents of our daughter. This wasn’t a light decision on our part. We took our selection of godparents very seriously and chose Meg and Dave from amongst our friends for their loving relationships, home life and rounded personalities.”
— Ryan & Dru H.