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Meet Bernie & Jen B.

loving couple ready to adopt

Dear Birth Parent,

Thank you for taking this time to learn about us. If you choose us as adoptive parents for your child, we promise to provide a loving home filled with warmth, joy, adventure, and endless support. Your child will be cherished not only by us, but also by our extended family and friends, who are excited to welcome a new member to the family, and are already waiting with open arms.

About Us

Bernie hails from Cleveland, Ohio, while Jen grew up in Birmingham, Alabama. We met in Portland, Oregon, and married in 2015. In 2021, we returned to Cleveland, where we have reconnected with friends and family and met wonderful new people. We are surrounded by immense love and support from both near and far.

We love spending time together at college football games, traveling, enjoying live music, and embracing the great outdoors. Early in our relationship, we committed to prioritizing experiences and quality time over material possessions. As we look forward to welcoming our child, we’re excited about creating memories through outdoor adventures, sports events, and new travels.

We are active members of a Christian church here in Cleveland that deeply values inclusion and environmental stewardship. Our church community is an integral part of our lives.

Our home on the west side of Cleveland is close to Lake Erie, a community pool, a library, and a large playground. We chose our neighborhood with our future child in mind, appreciating its walkability and the presence of many other families and children.

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Enjoying an Ohio State Buckeyes football game

What Bernie Loves About Jen: I love Jen’s remarkable independence and ability to handle any situation with confidence and grace. I am moved by the depth of her love and devotion to the people in her life. Her compassion shines through every day, especially in her work with middle school students. She will be an exceptional mother.

What Jen Loves About Bernie: I love Bernie’s wonderfully carefree approach to life. He has an infectious enthusiasm and is always the life of the party. I value the depth of his caring nature. He’s always ready to lend a hand. His ability to love, to offer support, and to always bring joy to any situation will make him an exceptional dad.

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We have an incredibly great time with our nieces and nephews, and have been a part of their lives since they were born.

Thank You.

We can only imagine the strength and love it takes to consider this path, and we want you to know how much we admire and respect your courage. We will be here for you in whatever way you may need during this time. We are committed to honoring your wishes and ensuring that your child grows up knowing the love and bravery that brought them into our lives.

With Love,
Bernie & Jen

Our Family At a Glance

We live in Bay Village, Ohio, a suburb of Cleveland. We’ve been married since 2015. We work as a marketing manager and an educator. Our hobbies include traveling, spending time outdoors, cooking, and attending concerts and sporting events. We believe in open adoption because it supports the child’s emotional well-being, preserves important birth family connections, promotes transparency, and fosters a strong sense of identity and belonging, while honoring the role of the birth mother.

For more information about our family, please contact Adoption Link at 1-800-643-3356.