Hello, we are Bradley and Eddie from Pasadena, Maryland! We have been together for more than a decade and have always known that we wanted children. We love spending time with our family and friends - taking trips, doing outdoor activities, and just relaxing. We hope to share this type of lifestyle with your child - where we can do things like go kayaking, or grow a garden together. We are both mental health therapists, and understand the importance of a loving, safe and nurturing environment. Thank you for wanting to get to know us, and we hope to get to know you more.

We are adopting because we have always known that we wanted to be parents, and adoption is the perfect way for us to grow our family with love and intention. We believe that every child deserves a safe and supportive home, and we are committed to providing that for your child. We know that adoption is a journey filled with ups and downs, but we are ready to face any challenge and work with you to create the best possible future for your child.

How we met was a funny story! Eddie went on a date with someone who turned out to be Bradley’s best friend. When Eddie broached that the connection wasn’t there, Bradley’s best friend recognized how perfect Eddie would be for Bradley - and we were introduced! The rest is history.

We quickly found out that we had a lot in common. Our fathers owned the same type of businesses. Our grandparents knew each other decades before, and it really just felt “right”. We discovered shared values (such as the importance of family) and interests (our love of music, travel, the outdoors). We took the next logical step that we could at the time while finishing graduate school - adopting a dachshund chihuahua mix, Benedict. We now live in our home, close to family, friends, and the outdoor spaces that we love so much.

I had to “grow up” quickly. At 14 years old, my father was in a serious motorcycle accident that left him permanently disabled. I became a caretaker at a young age all the while going through school, college, and starting my career as a Mental Health Therapist.

At this point in my life, I feel as if I have had a lifetime of learning how to be patient, caring, and loving to those who I surround myself with. I have always wanted to be a father and I’m so excited to be one alongside the love of my life, Eddie. To me, family comes first. However, I learned through the years that I need to find ways to keep myself healthy so I can care for others in the best ways. I’m a huge advocate for self-care. I live by the words of the great philosopher, RuPaul. “If you can’t love yourself, how are you going to love somebody else.”

When I become a parent, I hope you trust that I will make sure our child knows that self-love and taking care of others are the keys to a happy life.

Let me tell you about Bradley! He is a hardcore Reba McEntire and Whitney Houston fan and music is his love language. From karaoke to the shower, he is always singing, an art he found a passion for in high school when he joined theater club. He is very family oriented and his connection to family is one of the things I love most about him. Bradley has a strong interest in reading and writing. Books mean so much to him! Not only is he working on writing his second novel, he also co-hosts a book podcast (Audioshelf) with his best friend.

In his day-job, Bradley works as a clinic director for an outpatient mental health center and also manages grants that support survivors of human trafficking. While he is not someone that would self-identify as “handy” - he will always help me with outdoor projects, but would probably rather be floating in the pool holding a frozen drink with an umbrella. Bradley is dedicated, caring, and brings a levity to my life that I know will make him a tremendous father
and co-parent.

I’m what some would call a “renaissance man,” meaning I have a lot of hobbies. For me, the best part about having lots of hobbies is that I learn so many things and it makes life exciting!

I love cooking—although, sometimes my husband reminds me that there are more seasonings than just salt. Whether it’s preparing or growing it, food is a comfort for me. I am an avid vegetable gardener (I can grow some serious cucumbers and zucchinis), and have been raising chickens for the last two years. (Do you need eggs? I got eggs.). When I’m not pulling tomatoes off the vine or hurdling livestock into the coop, I’m helping others through my work. Aside from being a mental health therapist myself, I am also the owner of a group psychotherapy practice. I’ve been blessed with the opportunity of finishing my Ph.D. and I’m passionate about my work as a Relationship Therapist.

When thinking about becoming a father, I am so excited to share with our future child my love of learning and growth and encourage the idea that they can do anything and be whoever they want to be.

I’m so excited to introduce you to Eddie. On top of being the most loving person I know, he is also the world’s best handy-man. With a YouTube video and some confidence, he can fix anything. His “can-do” attitude inspires me, from his wide variety of hobbies and starting his own business to the completion of his doctorate degree, there is nothing he can’t accomplish. With everything he does, he teaches me the importance of self-sufficiency and dedication.

Through his counseling work, he has become an expert in helping neurodivergent individuals and is a well-known advocate for queer communities. Eddie loves to cook and I love to eat what he makes—even though I have to add a little bit more seasoning sometimes. When it comes to our future as parents, I’m most excited to see Eddie become a father. The thought of his love and protection of our child is mesmerizing and I can’t wait to see him do fun activities with our little one.

Some of our favorite hobbies are road tripping and being outdoors. We enjoy taking day trips, and finding activities like outdoor concerts, or farmer’s markets - taking time to explore new places. We share a love for the outdoors - which includes spending time on the water (kayaking, or boating), or on land (taking walks and hiking). We also love spending nights at home, binge watching our favorite shows. Eddie enjoys cooking and grilling - and Bradley enjoys cleaning. We also take time to do “hubby reads” where we read or listen to books together. Some of our favorite memories are a blend of these activities - listening to books while taking a day trip to a new place, or visiting with family and friends.

We live in the Pasadena that not a lot of people have heard of -Pasadena, Maryland. We can’t even begin to describe how much we love living here - we feel incredibly fortunate to call this place home.

We are very close to anything that we might need (Hospitals, Airports, Police & Fire Stations). We have several exemplary public and private schools in the area for when the time comes - as well as neighborhood amenities, such as free little libraries, parks, a playground, and nature paths. There is also a small neighborhood store that we enjoy visiting for a cold drink or cup of coffee. Our neighborhood also has water access, so we have opportunities to enjoy the water. We are lucky to have a large yard, and lots of space to spread out and enjoy our hobbies at home (like raising chickens, growing gardens, and swimming in our above ground pool). And we look forward to building a playset in the back yard.

Benedict, our adorable dachshund chihuahua mix, is more than just a pet to us - he’s a beloved member of our family. He does his best to help “herd our chickens” but we just love watching him run around the yard. He likes short walks, and treats. His favorite spot is cuddling up right next to you, and making sure you stay warm. His playful energy and affectionate nature are a constant source of joy and laughter in our lives. Benedict is also great with kids! Benedict has let us know, he is ready to be a big brother.

We are so fortunate to have a wonderful community of loved ones just as excited about this process as we are. From parents and siblings, to aunts/uncles, cousins, & friends, your child will be surrounded by people who love them unconditionally and will be there to offer guidance and support throughout their life. We know that it truly takes a village to raise a child, and we feel so grateful to have such a strong and supportive village to help us on this journey.

We should mention that Bradley’s parents live directly across the street - so the presence of family will be there from day one. Nearly everyone else in our family lives within about 10 minutes or so. Our siblings are in the process of building their own families, so we are hoping to have lots of same age cousins around. Our parents are excited to be grandparents, spending time and doing fun activities with the little one. Bradley’s mother has already begun creating her own “registry list” of things to buy. Eddie’s dad looks forward to taking them to Orioles games. And, Eddie’s mom is excited about taking them to the beach.

One family tradition is to take a summer vacation in Highland Lakes, New Jersey. This is a place very special to Eddie, as he spent summers there growing up, and it was actually where his father was born!

Halloween is our favorite holiday. From dressing up, and spending time with others - we spend a lot of effort thinking of and executing our costumes - and look forward to adding a tiny human to that mix as well.

We hold the values of caring and empathy close to our hearts - we believe that treating others with kindness and compassion is key to fostering healthy relationships and a thriving community.

As professionals in human development, we want to ensure that we are providing the most effective parenting strategies that will ensure our child’s overall health and wellbeing.

We love the concept of open adoption and we understand the importance of healthy boundaries for the benefit of all involved. We’re committed to ongoing communication if that is what you desire, and will respect your wishes, regardless. We are open to communication with other family member’s too, to ensure that everyone’s needs are being met.

Above all, we believe that people are inherently good, and that our child will thrive with a foundation of love, trust, and respect. We’re excited to embark on this journey of parenthood and can’t wait to see all the amazing things that our future child will accomplish.

If you are considering an adoption plan for your child, we want to express our deep admiration and respect for your decision. As two loving husbands, we understand the importance of creating a safe and nurturing environment for your child to grow and thrive. We believe that every child deserves to be surrounded by love, support, and encouragement, and we’re committed to providing that in abundance. With us, your child will always know that they are cherished, valued, and celebrated for exactly who they are. We would be honored and overjoyed to welcome them into our family and share all of life’s joys and adventures together, and we look forward to getting to know you as well.