To Whom It May Concern,

I have known [Her name] for 34 years, I am her younger sister. [Her name] was more introverted, academically disciplined, and musically talented than myself. I've always known my sister to be driven, loyal in her friendships, and introspective. I have watched her grow from a fearful, and insecure girl, to an adventurous, emotionally intelligent, and self challenging woman who pushes herself out of her comfort zones. She has a deep expanding heart for people, and children. She loves pursuing education and travel, being incredibly adventurous she has traveled to many countries and experienced a lot of different cultures which I think attributes to her open mind set and constant personal growth.

My sister has been an inspiration for me in my own life, I have gone through a lot of personal struggles and have never known [Her name] to be judgemental toward me. She has always been there for me when I have needed her, she shows up even when I didn't deserve it. Lending me an ear, being an active listener and assimilating my concerns to understand me better and give solutions, or ask thought provoking questions to help me understand myself better. She truly has a gift for listening. Whenever I doubt myself, she quickly snubs it out and encourages me to dream, and I feel I'm capable of achieving anything I set my mind to. I think she's able to do this for others, because she has done so for herself.

When I met [His name] for the first time I was in the middle of active addiction in 2017. I didn't quite understand why he wanted to meet me, especially under the circumstances. What I quickly discovered at our first dinner, was how much he obviously cared for my sister, and in turn cared for me. What I thought was going to be an incredibly shameful first impression for [His name] of myself, turned into a surprisingly grace filled experience. He saw me and not my addiction, he saw a person, he asked me inquisitive questions about myself and lifestyle with a genuinely sincere and curious mind and heart.

I have known [His name] to be a man who cares deeply, to not sugar coat but in the most kind way. To ask the hard questions for the best possible outcomes for whoever he's speaking to. He truly wants to help people grow and learn. [His name] is an awesome father, always going on fun adventures with his son C. It's very evident how close their relationship is, [His name] definitely puts in the effort to keep closeness and open communication with his son. Being not only physically attentive but emotionally available, present and active. [His name] is a great match for [Her name] because they challenge each other. They are both adventurous spirits, traveling together all the time. I love their relational dynamics because they make me reflect my own communication in my relationship. They resolve conflict well by being open minded, talking through their issues and respecting one another's feelings. I know [His name] is a great father, but believe my sister will be a great mother. I know with their desire to better themselves with a healthy lifestyle, change the flawed systems in education, and child protective services, growing emotionally, mentally and furthering their own education are rare traits. They will instill healthy habits, adventure, emotional awareness and communication, love and tolerance for others, and the ability to dream to pursue this childs passions.

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To Whom It May Concern,

[Her name] is my daughter. She hasn't always been an outgoing and adventurous person, she was a very shy child but once you got her talking she would be full of conversation. I home schooled her for about 4 years up to her 10th grade year, as she headed off to high school she was academically self motivated and continued with music as one of her extra curricular activities.

[Her name] is an adventurer and traveler. She has travel to other countries being fascinated by the different cultures. I've enjoyed living vicariously through her adventures and hearing about all the food, people, and excursions. [Her name] is encouraging, and a great listener ~ she doesn't just listen but seems to have the encouraging words when needed or just be an ear. She is reliable, one example, when my husband had kidney surgery, even though [Her name] was living out of town she was there to help with her niece and run errands and take care of our home and because of this I was able to stay at the hospital with my husband and focus on him. She is a warm person and genuinely cares about others.

When she met [His name] we knew he had to be something special. The first time we met he was very polite and respectful, this has never changed. As we got to know [His name] we realized what a caring and compassionate person he truly was. We were delighted as he was to marry our daughter. [His name] is hard working and is always thinking into the future. He worked two jobs and still managed to get his masters in education. His heart and compassion is working with special needs children.

[Her name] and [His name] have an amazing relationship, they compliment each other well. [Her name] and [His name] have always wanted children and hope one day to complete their family. [Her name] has always inserted herself into her niece and nephews lives, she takes time with them and they enjoy her, they lovingly refer to her as "Auntie ...".

I've always felt [Her name] would make a perfect mother. Watching her with her nieces, nephew and friends children, she creates a warm and comfortable environment. She always plays and invents games that bring out their imagination. She has a way with giving them task that make them feel like they are contributing to something valuable. She has a deep compassion for all children and has made advocating for children part of her career.

I know [His name] will make an incredible father because he already is. He has raised a son and has done an amazing job. [His name] and his son have a special bond, and even though his son in now an adult, he stays connected with him and they still enjoy adventures with each other. [His name] has shown me through the years what family means to him and not just his own but with [Her name] family. I believe this is something he has taught his son and will continue to teach his future children.

[Her name] and [His name] will make great parents. Both of them together will raise their future child to learn the value of family, to be independent, adventurous, will encourage their natural gifts and talents but most importantly they will grown up in loving environment.

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