rachel
thank you for considering me as the adoptive mom to your child
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My name is Rachel and I come from San Diego, California! Thanks so much for considering me to be the adoptive mom to your child.
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I cannot understand the difficult decision you are facing, but I am certain it takes a very courageous and loving person to sacrifice for a child. Angels like you, who are unselfish and thoughtful, are the ones who make marked differences in our world. My promise to you is that I will unconditionally love, nurture and protect your child with every ounce of my being. I hope to get to speak with you one day soon. Until then, I pray you are blessed with the peace and love you need to make the very best decision for your child.
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I have always wanted to be a mom.
Since I was a little girl, I knew I was born to shower a little soul with love and joy! I grew up in a loving household and was raised by my amazing mom. And I want to be just like her. I am lucky to work from home, so I will always be there for your child. I will be the one to bring snacks to the sports team, make a huge deal of every birthday, wipe every tear, kiss every boo-boo, and do lots of silly playing, singing, and dancing.
My top 5 favorite things: 1. The Beach 2.
Holding babies
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Long brunch with friends
4.
Birthdays (giving presents is the best part!)
5.
Skiing (It feels like flying!)
if there's a baby nearby, it's in my arms!
my favorite
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Kauai
Singing at my sister's wedding
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Most of my friends have children and we gather for BBQ's and end our days with lively game nights (Apples to Apples is a favorite) or the kids put on shows. I can’t wait to welcome a child into our large and loving community of people I love!
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THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW...
about me
1. They call me Sunshine: Can you believe I have been nicknamed “Sunshine” by 3 separate groups of friends? I think it’s because I have so much positive energy, and I rarely have a bad day. Of course, I’ve encountered some difficulties in my life, but I use them to make me stronger. I’m so thankful for the blessings I’ve been given.
2. God and I are close: My relationship with God is strong. He guides me to be person that I am, to lead my life with integrity and stand by the truth. I will encourage my child to have this same
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closeness with God.
3. Nature is key to my life: I believe most people are good and kind and playful in their soul, and being in nature brings out those qualities. My favorite place is the beach. The sun and frolicking in the waves bring out the best in everyone!
4. I am a great coach: I am a leadership coach at a software company. I help people be more creative, appreciate new ideas,
My favorite pl ac e to ski, Utah
and learn to work well with different personalities. People come to me because I am a good listener, without judgement.
5. My family is 100% patriotic: God bless America! 6. I make music: I have played the piano and guitar since I was little (I always tried to get out of practicing!). I sang at my sister’s wedding, but honestly, I will sing anywhere…shower, car, church, just walking down the street.
7. I’m a goof ball: I can get anyone to laugh with one of my ridiculous accents.
I love to travel! Since I was little, my mom took us around the world. I have celebrated my birthday in Switzerland, went to school in Italy, and bathed baby elephants in India. How fun it would be to experience these adventures through a child’s eyes.
I dance Zumba to sta
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introducing the people I love
My mom is full of love
My mom (otherwise known as “Mamacita�) is the best grandmother in the world, she could spend every day reading books and baking cookies with her grandchildren.
My brother-in-law, Eric, is a man of great integrity with the best sense of humor! He barbeques on the weekends, giving the kids little Me and my niece, Abby
karate lessons between flipping burgers. He can't wait to help me out should I need to explain the art of shaving to my child someday.
I treasure my family and friends. They are the biggest blessing in my life!
Cuddling with Abby
My sister Lisa is an amazing mom. She dedicates her life to helping her daughter develop a love of learning, deep respect for family, and the strength of character to make a positive difference in the world.
holidays are special in my family. We definitely make the most of the holidays in our family. For Christmas, we gather at Mom’s house and host a Christmas Eve dinner with traditional Mexican food. We leave milk and cookies for Santa (and a carrot for Rudolph!), and my sister reads aloud the “Night Before Christmas.” Mom always gives us a set of new pajamas to wear on Christmas morning. We stay in them all day!
On Easter, we make bunny footprints from flour Baking birthday
cake
throughout the house to prove that the Easter Bunny has been there. On Independence Day we host a BBQ for all our friends, blaring patriotic music and lighting fireworks as soon as it gets dark.
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We spend all day in our jammies on Christmas
my best
words from my family & friends.
friend
“I have tears in my eyes as I write this... my amazing friend, Rachel, is going to be the most wonderful mother in the world. She is by far the kindest person that I have ever met. My daughter just adores Rachel. Rachel is creative with games, teaches her and has more patience than I could ever wish for. In my opinion, the most important thing a parent can give to their child is a sense of being loved. That is who Rachel is as a person... she loves.“ - JORDANA
my mom “Oh my goodness would Rachel be
My mom is amazing
a wonderful mommy! The main responsibility of a parent is to teach a child how to be in the world. Rachel knows how to be a good citizen and acts with integrity, even when it is not easy. At the same time she is so sensitive with others. A child would be an amazing person, and have a wonderful life, with Rachel as their mommy… and me as their loving Nana!”
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sister “My sister adores children and they adore her back. Rachel makes everything a special celebration, from her amazing birthday card creations, I am so blessed to have my best friend
her festive decor for even the simplest of occasions, to her happy face and spirit lighting up the room. I have no doubt that my sister is not only up to the difficult task of raising a child, but will face every day of motherhood with joy, adventure, and true love.” - LISA
my niece, 9 We laugh a lot in my family
“I love my Aunti because she takes the time to listen to me and makes me feel good. And she is so funny! I like doing Mad Libs with Aunti because you get a lot of laughs. And she would be a good influence on a baby. She wouldn’t let them have greed and other bad behavior. She would make sure they have passion and kindness. And of course I would love a baby cousin!” - ABBY
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right: a beach birthday party
My home: warmth, love, & beautiful views of Balboa Park
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my home & community I live in sunny San Diego, California – and I absolutely love it! There are so many things to do: the best beaches in the world, Sea World, Balboa Park and the museums, the San Diego Zoo. I think it’s the balmy beach air that makes people so warm and friendly—everyone is always smiling in San Diego. My family also spends a ton of time at my mom’s house in Orange County. I grew up there and it’s a magical place. Her home is warm, her backyard is full of trees to climb, and the kids still play in the playhouse we built when I was a little girl. Bonus: it’s 10 minutes from Disneyland!
I am so excited to be a mom
my promise 1. I promise to instill values of honesty, integrity,
faith, love, and kindness 2. I promise to love your child completely and
unconditionally in good times and bad 3.
I will instill in your child a love and respect for God
4. I promise to be an open listener so they know they
can come to me with any problem 5.
I will laugh and be silly, and spend lots of time playing, because we all grow up too fast
6. Our home will be a happy and safe place 7.
I will teach forgiveness and will show patience
8. I will provide loving guidance and
discipline so your child grows up to be a good person 9. I will make sure your child receives the
best possible education 10.
I will lovingly teach your child to swim, paint, dance, sing, read, write, play, hug, and appreciate all the good in the world.
thank you with all my
heart!
I hope I have given you a clear picture of the life I am prepared to give your child. If I am lucky enough to be chosen by you, I promise your child will always understand how much you love them, and teach them to be as selfless and courageous as you. If you would like to speak with me about adopting your child or have any questions for me, please contact your case worker at AdoptHelp by calling 1-800-637-7999, toll free.