Choose A Family : Parent Profile
Tammy and Bill
Hello! We are Bill and Tammy and want to thank you for considering us and taking the time to learn more about our family
We recognize the incredible strength that you have in taking steps to provide your child with a loving family and every opportunity to succeed. We know that your act of love is an immeasurable sacrifice and demonstrates your foresight and love for your child. As parents we can offer your child a home filled with love, learning, adventure, and a lifetime of support. It is our hope that through this letter you can gain some understanding of who we are as people and as adoptive parents. We believe that God builds families in many ways, including adoption, and that every child’s birth is meant to be and every child has a purpose.
Our Story
We both grew up in traditional, close-knit Louisiana families. After college we met while working for the same company in New Orleans. Although we met during Bill’s first day on the job, we didn’t start dating until almost a year later. Having the same circle of friends, we were frequently together, but didn't really get to know each other. Gradually we discovered we had a lot in common like our love of history, reading and travel. Then one day it was as if we were seeing each other for the first time. After just a few dates – we were in love! Two years later we were married in a big Louisiana style wedding. We truly are best friends who always have fun together and make each other laugh.
In the early years of our marriage we worked hard at our careers, which has now provided us with flexible schedules and financial security. Each year we take time to travel and together have been to most European cities including London, Rome, Paris and Madrid. We also like spending time at the beach each summer either in Hawaii or Mexico. Our goal is to share these experiences with our children and hope that they too will enjoy discovering new places and meeting people from different cultures.
Our Family
We had always wanted to share our love and family with children and were shocked when our efforts to build a family failed. After much thought and prayer we decided to adopt, which seemed very natural since Tammy was also adopted as an infant. Two years ago our dream of becoming parents came true when we were blessed with our son Zachary. As soon as we met Zachary’s birth mother we knew we had the right match. We are so grateful to her for allowing us to be present at his birth and feel that she will always be a part of our lives. Watching him grow and learn has been our greatest joy. However, raising our son has also made us long to expand our family and welcome another child. Zachary is now a very active two-year old who loves music, swimming and drawing. He is a very helpful and sweet boy who will make a wonderful big brother.
Much of the family is now in Texas, but we still like keep the Louisiana traditions like celebrating Mardi Gras and cooking gumbo. Our extended family is very important to us. Zachary is very close to his grandparents and gets to see them nearly every day. We are committed to raising our children the same manner and providing them with the same happy and loving childhood.
About Tammy
Tammy was raised in a Christian home where the values of faith and family were most important. Her family also put a high priority on education and hard work. She grew up with two half-sisters and a large extended family. Her dad is French and her mom is Italian, which means a lot of cooking and eating. She had a very happy childhood with dancing lessons, camping and summers on the Gulf Coast. Tammy parents were very involved and always participated in neighborhood and school events. Her mother was a stay-at-home mom who was very devoted to her family. Her dad is a retired sales manager who loves gardening and cooking. Tammy has taken up his love of gardening, but unfortunately not his cooking talents. Luckily Bill is a good cook like most Louisiana men. Her family loves all holidays – but they always have a Louisiana twist like having turkey AND gumbo on Thanksgiving. Her parents were great role models who taught her the value of an education, the importance of a strong spiritual life and the commitment to marriage (they have now been married over 45 years). Today Tammy is as a consultant for large global company. She is adventurous and outgoing and enjoys most outdoor activities like swimming and biking, but also shares Bill’s love of history and travel. She likes to map out new adventures with the help of her co-workers who are from all over the world. Because she works across various time zones and countries, her schedule is very flexible and she able to work from home frequently. Tammy also loves being a mom is devoted to helping Zachary develop his imagination, creativity and unique talents.
About Bill
Bill grew up in a very similar environment in Baton Rouge. His mother and father met in college and were both journalism majors. They married shortly after college and had three children – Bill and two older sisters. They were married over 40 years at the time of his father’s death in 1991. Bill also had a happy childhood filled with Indian guides, camping and water skiing. He lived in a small community centered around the local church and school. As a child he loved nature and the outdoors, but was also an avid chess player. Bill loved sports, particularly LSU football. He and his father would attend the games with other neighborhood families. As a graduate of LSU, he still loves all things LSU. Today Bill owns a software services company, which gives him a lot of free time to spend with his family. He also has a wide variety of interests. He still loves sports and is an avid reader and history buff. Bill is always trying something new from piloting a plane to learning a new language.
How Adoption Touched Us
In addition to being an adoptive parent, Tammy was also adopted as an infant. Her parents were always open and honest and deeply believed that they were meant to be a family. As an adult she had the opportunity to meet her birth mother and half sister. Her birth mother told her that she always loved her and prayed for her future. Since hers was a closed adoption, she said the hardest part was not knowing if she was happy. We are fortunate that Zachary's birth mother will have the peace of seeing him grow-up as part of a loving family. Because adoption has touched our family in many ways, we fell we have a unique perspective and ability to understand any questions and feelings our children may have.
Our Home
We live in a wonderful neighborhood with plenty of children. The community is very alive with activities for families with children. There are parades, picnics, and celebrations all throughout the year. We have a large home with 5 bedrooms and 4 baths that is right across the street from a park. Every evening most of the children in the neighborhood are out at the park making good use of the tree-lined bicycle path. Our new home also has a big back yard complete with pool and separate play yard. We are fortunate that in Texas we are able to swim at least six months out of the year. Most summer weekends we have friends and family over to cook out and swim. Zachary just loves the water and never wants to get out.
Closing
The last two years have been the best of our lives and we can’t wait to expand our family. We know first hand that being parents and having the capacity to love a child is not limited to our own flesh and blood. Should you choose us, we are committed to being loving, generous, and nurturing parents to your child. Children are gifts from God and we believe He has a special plan for you and for us through adoption. Although you have some difficult choices to make, we believe God is with you and will help guide you to the best adoptive parents for your child. Because you love this child your decision WILL be the right one. Go with your heart.
If you would like to speak with us further about adopting your child, please call one of our adoption advisors at AdoptHelp toll free at 1-800-637-7999.
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