Fernanda
Caregiver
Religion Other
Education Some College
Profession HR Business Partner
Zodiac Sign Virgo
Political Affiliation Very Liberal
Lance
Hero
Religion Other
Education Bachelor’s Degree
Profession Technology Sales
Zodiac Sign Virgo
Political Affiliation Very Liberal
Complete the sentence, “I can’t live without……”
I cannot live without human interactions. I enjoy communicating and need friends and family in my life daily.
Fernanda
Three years from now, I hope our birth mom is…..
Feeling at peace with her decision knowing her child is happy,loved, safe and thriving.
Fernanda
What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you look at the night sky?
The first thing that comes to my mind is that no matter where in the world a person is, they see the same sky at night.
Lance
Three years from now, I hope our birth mom is…..
Healthy, happy, and confident in the choice she made choosing Fernanda and I to raiser her child.
Lance
In five years, our relationship with you will...
Our relationship will be even better. Having a child together is a dream we had for so long and our family will be complete; our relationship will be solidified as parents.
Fernanda
Dogs or cats?
I love them both but especially dogs! I love the flat nose dogs and currently have two pups: one Boston Terrier and on French Bulldog.
Fernanda
Favorite season and why?
Summer in Seattle is my favorite. We have long and mild summer days here so we are able to enjoy the parks and lakes after our workday is done.
Fernanda
My favorite place in the World is...
My favorite place is South Africa. When we visited, I enjoyed seeing the animals (especially the lions!) in the wild as well as experiencing a very different culture. The food was amazing too!
Lance
If you had to live on an RV or sailboat for the rest of your life, which would it be?
Sailboat! I love the ocean and being on the water makes me so happy.
Fernanda
Dogs or cats?
I love all animals and we have dogs currently, but I love cats. When Fernanda and I met, I had cats that moved with me from college to Seattle. I really hope we will add another cat to our family.
Lance
My neighborhood is a good place to raise a family because…
It is very diverse! Here we have people form all cultures and backgrounds of life. I enjoy getting to know my neighbors and extended families, and love all of the different cuisines!
Fernanda
We are the best choice because…
We have a lot of love to give as well as the resources to provide a healthy and happy home for a child. I am also adopted, which helps me understand the challenges adopted kids face as they grow up.
Lance
If I could have dinner with anyone -- dead or alive -- I would pick...
I would pick Nelson Mandela because I am in awe of his ability to stand up for the rights of the oppressed, while forgiving the people and system that created so much difficulty and pain in his life.
Lance
If you had to live on an RV or sailboat for the rest of your life, which would it be?
I would live on a sailboat so that I could travel the world, visit many different countries, and experience cultures that are new to me.
Lance
My favorite place in the World is...
Europe! I love how close all the countries are so you can get to visit many different cultures easily.
Fernanda
We are the best choice because…
We are real! Our family that has gone through real life struggles and is better because of that. Our love and partnership has made us stronger and happier for sure.
Fernanda
What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you look at the night sky?
It make me feel we are all connected- my family in Brazil is looking at the same sky I am, and makes me feel part of something larger.
Fernanda
Favorite season and why?
Fall is my favorite season- the air is cooler and change is in the air. Football, chili and the potential for snow are also great.
Lance
What is the best word to describe your family?
Acceptance. We come from different countries with different cultures and we have learned and accepted so much about each other.
Fernanda