Kevin & Brianne
Marriage Length
22 Years
Home State
Washington
Denomination
Catholic
Pets
2
Children
Alexandra
yr
About Us
Hi! We are Brie and Kevin. We first met each other in college and married soon after graduating. Kevin works in developing and maintaining safety programs in a science foundation while Brie works in accounting.
Brie has been called to adopt since very young. We also tried to have children of our own but were unsuccessful, we lost a daughter at 16 days after birth, a son after 20 weeks early birth/miscarriage as well as two early miscarriages. These events have caused us to go through with our adoption plans a bit earlier. Our family is also made up of several adopted people and this is something we wish to continue out of other’s need as well as our love, Kevin’s mother, uncle and Brie’s aunt are all adopted. You don’t need common blood to be family. After considerable prayer, now also seems the right time to look into and start the adoptive process.
We live in a safe and comfortable suburban house with our very friendly corgis (dogs). Our neighborhood has many wonderful resources for a developing child to be able to thrive, including many parks, trails in the woods and along local beaches, libraries, schools, and museums within walking distance. As well as restaurants and grocery stores from a incredibly diverse range of cultures and ethnicities. We also have valuable resources including medical offices and hospitals in the immediate vacinity.
We like to spend our time with constructive hobbies, including cooking nutritious and delicious meals using food from our gardens. We also enjoy traveling to the coast and exploring areas in our state and neighboring ones. We have a love of enjoying games together, be it board games, video games, puzzles, or books.
We are looking forward to growing our family through any of the following adoption opportunities:
Type
Open , Semi-open , ClosedGender
Any genderRace
Any RaceCircumstances
- Differently-abled except for Cannot be limited to wheel chair or have difficulties with stairs due to house. Not deaf nor blind.
- Older children up to age Age: 6
- Twins
- Sibling groups up to 2
Kevin's TESTIMONY
I believe in The Father, Son, and Holy Spirit and the importance that God will provide through love. I was raised in an ELCA Lutheran home and family that has a strong belief in the goodness of God and the importance of trusting in God’s mysteries. Through attending a Catholic university, I was able to meet Brie and also to see more of other denominations within the Christian faith from the strong interfaith teachings of my university. After marrying Brie in a Catholic wedding, I found myself called to convert to Catholicism. Through many hardships, including the loss of our daughter and son, I have always known God’s love and the peace that can only come from this faith. I know that God will provide what we need and will help us to also provide the love and family needed for a child in need of stability and love. I believe in angels, miracles, and the strong hope that only faith in God can provide.
Brianne's TESTIMONY
I believe that God is three in one, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. I believe in the existence of angels. I believe in works and miracles of the Holy Spirit and that these continue today. I believe that Mary gave birth to Jesus as a virgin and that he opened the way for all to get to heaven through his death and resurrection. I believe that everyone can be saved if they believe in Jesus and live how he wants us to live, by loving each other and doing right by each other, hence the 10 commandments.
Letter to you
Read MoreOur Christian Commitment
Kevin was raised Lutheran and Brie was raised Catholic. Kevin converted to Chatolicism after marrying Brie. Kevin and Brie both attended a Jesuit college, where they initially met each other.
We love attending weekly mass together every Sunday morning and participating in the holy sacriments. We have in the past been involved in various activities within the church, including Brie having previously been a member of the choir and Kevin having previously played in a handbell choir. We love attending various church events and events that help to support the local Catholic school, including education events and fundraisers.
Vision For Raising A Child
We plan to raise our child in a home where the bible is read and studied, where we pray at meal times and regularly bless the home. The child will be attending Catholic school and we as parents will be involved in the many activiites that entails. The child will also attend various faith and bible classes with the church depending on age and evenutally will attend confirmation classes before partaking in the sacrament of Confirmation where they declare themselves adults in the church. Christian music will be highly encouraged but not pushed and there will be appropriate parent rights and authority over electronics and social media etc. Age appropriate use of electronics will be maintained and learning how to care for others and work to maintain the home will be taught in age appropriate stages. We will have many gatherings with the extended family as well and celebrate holy days accordingly. The child will also learn to enjoy God's creation by visiting parks, nature, oceans etc and having opportunities to learn more about our world by going to musems, art exhibits, science exhibits etc.
ABOUT Kevin
Kevin has a love of gardening and cooking, knowing this is one of the best ways to bring people together - with a good coversation while enjoying a delicious meal. Kevin participates in charitable work to help causes close to his heart including children's health, animal welfare, and ways to support the church. Kevin also appreciates the need for one to have fun and relax by enjoying games and getting close to nature.
EXTENDED FAMILY
Kevin's parents, Brian and Joanne, live about 15 miles away with their little dog. They are a frequent visitor to his home, just like Kevin is frequently a guest at their home. Kevin and his father often are helping each other with various projects and Kevin has a wonderful time just getting lost in conversation with his mother.
Kevin's brother Rob also lives in the area with his wife Amber, and their two sons David and Sam. School and activities for the nephews constantly keep their house busy, but time is always made to remain in contact and to get together as often as schedules allow.
Kevin's grandmother recently passed, but was a strong influence in his life. She provided examples of strength through her unbending faith and immense love.
Kevin enjoying Halloween with his nephews.
Kevin and Rob sharing a laugh at Christmas time.
Kevin's grandmother Maudine - She's no longer with us, but her lessons, faith, and love are always in our hearts.
Rob, Amber, David, and Sam enjoying some family time.
Playing video games with Rob, David, and Sam is a great way to enjoy a rainy afternoon.
WORK & EDUCATION
Kevin has always been amazed by science. In college he majored in biology, while also enjoying the theology and philosophy classes that a Jesuit college provided. He applied this education to becomming a researcher in childhood infectious diseases. Eventually Kevin transitioned from being a scientist to providing safety and regulatory guidance for his fellow researchers. Kevin is blessed to have a casual work environment that leaves him feeling content and appreciated.
This focus on safety has helped to also let Kevin make sure that their home is always safe and prepared for any potential emergencies.
HOBBIES & INTERESTS
Kevin loves to make sure any guest, visitor, or loved one has a full belly. This has led to a enthusiasm for gardening and cooking.
Kevin has also always been at peace when in nature. He grew up knowing the simple joys of camping in the woods and mountains, and later in life learned to beauty of being near the coast.
Dogs are a constant part of Kevin's family. He grew up knowing the love a pet brings to their family. Kevin and Brie have had corgis for many years.
Kevin is also happy to play a game or solve a puzzle as a fun way to spend time with his loved ones.
Kevin likes to apply his interests in charitable causes. One of his favorite yearly activities is playing video games for 24 hours in an event called Extra Life to fundraise money for Children's Miracle Network Hsopitals.
Kevin's passions include outdoor cooking - be it grilling or making a homemade pizza.
Kevin and Brie picking fresh peaches from one of their fruit trees.
Sometimes all Kevin needs is a little family time relaxing in their backyard.
Kevin and Iroh, his corgi, walking a local trail. Iroh got tired, so Kevin assisted.
Kevin and Iroh, the corgi, at sundown on the coast enjoying the wonders of God's creation.
Kevin having an adventure in the woods near the coast.
ABOUT Brianne
Brie is an accountant and nerd. She loves books, video games, music, costumes, singing, cooking, comic books and anime. She also loves weight lifting, hiking, traveling and walking the dog. She has a large family with four siblings, She has five cousins and they all have children as well. Family get togethers are important to Brie as is having smores at the firepit with friends and family.
EXTENDED FAMILY
I have a very large family and extended family. Sadly none of my Grandparents are alive but I have three brothers and one sister. The order is as follows: Matt, Thomas, Rachael and Ben. Matt is an engineer, Thomas works for our local metro transit and he is married to wife Heather. Rachael is training to become a nun and Ben works for our state parks. Brie's parents are both retired and love to travel, they are very active in their church community and they ahve two dogs and two cats. In the picture at left, starts with Brie, Matt, Kevin, Heather, Thomas and Rachael.
From left to right, Ben the youngest, Rachael the sister and Matt.
Middle brother Thomas and wife Heather at their wedding.
Matt with Dad and Mom.
Further extended family, picture includes Aunt, Uncle, cousin with her family, she is expecting more.
Brie with Aunt Char and her grandchild Caroline.
Brie's Aunt Cathy and Uncle Cliff.
WORK & EDUCATION
Brie went to Seattle University and majored in Political Science and minored in German. She interestingly started a career in accounting due to temp jobs after college. Brie started gaining expirience and moving up the ranks at the various jobs she has held. Currently she is working for a office furniture and design firm. Her office is a working room as well and she gets to use state of the art conference rooms and other office amenities.
HOBBIES & INTERESTS
Brie loves costumes, makeup, dressing up as well as reading, cooking, sci fi movies and shows, anime, manga, comic books, steam punk and watching historical dramas. She also loves hiking, walking the dog, going to the beach and travel in general. She is very passionate about her corgis and loves animals in general. She loves to ride on the ATV on the trails at the family propery in the woods. Music is also a love and passion and she has been in church and school choirs for most of her life.
Alexandra
Kevin and Brie had a daughter, Alexandra. She was born with multiple medical issues. She is no longer with us, but we grew from her love and were blessed by having her in our lives. We were able to get her baptized despite the complications in her short life.
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ABOUT OUR WORLD
ABOUT OUR HOME
Kevin and Brie live in a quiet house in a safe suburban city. We are blessed to have the space to grow our gardens and a house that allows us to host family gatherings and prepare amazing food for loved ones.
Home is truly where the heart is.
Enjoying a warm summer afternoon with family, making s'mores and memories.
The dining room table - where we break bread and where we play games.
There is always something delicious being made in the kitchen.
Cooking is not just for the kitchen. We are a family that loves to grill.
Having some fun with a rhythm video game in the rec room while Iroh the corgi relaxes.
ABOUT OUR WORLD
Our world starts close to home and expands to all the wonders of God's Earth. We always look for an adventure, be it close to home at a farmers market, in nature, or an educational and amazing experience like an aquarium or museum.
Supporting our community at our local farmers market.
Bringing both of our extended families together for a celebratory night out.
Summer is a perfect time to enjoy the coast.
Brie and Kevin monkeying around at a fun museum.
Brie and Kevin checking out an arcade in a new city.
Kevin and Brie learning about the environment at a coastal aquarium.