We can’t wait to meet you!
Our Story
Hi!
We are David and Joanna (or Jae) and have been together 18 years (married for 15 of those years). We met at a comedy club in NYC and laughter has always been an integral part of our family dynamic! David was the manager of the club and Joanna was an administrative assistant for an organization who rented the space weekly. After seeing one another repeatedly, we decided to hang out outside of work. We hit it off right away and have been together since! We were married in Avalon, NJ and resided in New York for 15 years before the world was changed by the global pandemic. During this time period, we relocated to the Seattle-area for a bit of nature where we lived for five years with our two small senior dogs, London and Spike, who love to cuddle and share their joy. Last October, we returned to the East Coast to be closer to Joanna’s family in Pennsylvania. We love our new home in the city of Philadelphia and reside close to art and history museums as well as picturesque trails along the Schuylkill River.
We are thrilled to be on this path toward adoption. We believe that the culture of openness and respect we have built in our relationship and home will be present as we confidently raise and love a child as he/she navigates the ever-changing world. We can’t wait to be a part of a child’s journey through this life.
Status
Married
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Occupations
Creative Support
Joanna is a Creative Arts Therapist, Artist and History Educator. David is an Audio-Visual Designer for a local business.
Where we’re from
Across the US
Joanna was born in rural Pennsylvania and David in Wisconsin Dells, WI.
Fun Facts
Art + Music
Joanna loves to paint and visit art museums. David plays the bass and drums, enjoys history museums and theater.
David’s thoughts on Joanna ~
Joanna has truly been one of my best friends. Her love of life has always given me hope and joy. Through her art therapy practice, she continues to guide and inspire others on their walk through life and is a pillar to her community. She values family relationships above all and brings a warmth that nurtures our home and grows our spirits. I am so blessed to have her in my life and call her family.
Joanna’s thoughts on David ~
David is one in a million. He understands commitment and is fantastic at listening, slowing down to enjoy life and offering an alternative perspective when in a pickle. He expands your mind with fun facts and is always up for exploring new things together. He is a kid and kid-person at heart, more than ready to offer love, time and experiences to a new little soul. Me and the dogs are grateful for his presence and thoughtfulness in our lives every single day.
Our Home In Philadelphia
We have had the great opportunity to live in a variety of places, learn from those who reside there and explore both cities and nature. Right now, we are enjoying a calm city life in the Fairmount neighborhood of Philly where we host friends and family on our outdoor deck and experience the diverse culture and large variety of food options!
