Hey there! We are Michael and Aarika

We want to begin this letter by expressing our deepest love and affection to you, whether you choose us as parents, another person or couple, or choose to parent your child yourself. We understand that this decision is not taken lightly and is being done with the utmost love and protection for your child.

We have been married seven years and value family over everything. We are an adventurous couple who genuinely live life to the fullest. We love to travel and have been to numerous cities together. With friends and family all over the country, we frequently enjoy going on trips to visit them, and if we are invited to a wedding, you can almost guarantee we will be in attendance!

In our first year of marriage, Michael and I were so excited to start a family. We've always loved children and have valued the fulfilling relationships we've had with our nephews and godchildren.

As a couple who has walked through the journey of adoption once before, we have so much respect and admiration for the decision you’re making. We acknowledge the weight of this choice and the selfless love that is going into it.

We've been amazed and humbled by the outpouring of love and support that we've received from everyone around us. Being given the opportunity to love and raise Bobbie, has been the most rewarding gift. Your child would never lack love and attention from us or our community. They would be precious additions to our families (the 2nd grandchild on Aarika’s side and 5th on Michael's side). Your child will be unconditionally valued and cherished!

To close, we send all the love and prayers your way, no matter your decision.

Our Story

After 7 years of marriage, we have definitely learned a lot! Michael and I are big communicators. We talk over everything and make every decision together. Our philosophy on marriage is “iron sharpens iron.” We are two big personalities, with a lot of opinions and feelings that we have found a way to mix together to create a beautiful life. Through deep love for each other and each other's emotional and mental needs, we have forged a life that we are so proud of. From infertility to moving states, new careers, and growing our family, we believe that we can do anything if we have each other.

Michael and I laugh A LOT. We are constantly joking around and having fun. We are a very social couple, with lots of friends that we love to see and are so lucky that they love Bobbie and can’t wait to love any future children. Together, Michael and I continue to dream about and build the life we always envisioned.

Home sweet home!

In July of 2022, our little family moved to the Dallas/Fort Worth area of Texas. We prayed for years leading up and then everything fell into place.

We love our home and we are so blessed to be surrounded by a wonderful community and friends. We moved to the same neighborhood as our close friends and have a really fun and loving friend group here. So many kids of all ages and plenty of people who have grown to be like family.

In our house, we love to sing and dance and play! Bobbie loves to dance and play with her tonie box, Winter (our dog) is never far from any of us, keeping a close eye on everything that is going on!

We have a lot of family, Michael is the 2nd of 4 children and I am the oldest of 5 children. Michael's family all resides in California, while my siblings and parents are spread out in Nevada, Washington, and Florida. We are so lucky that we get to see all of our family as much as we do and enjoy traveling to see them for vacations or visits.

Fun Facts

Favorite Family Traditions

• Christmas pajamas

• John Wayne eggs on Christmas morning

• Reading Twas the Night Before Christmas on Christmas Eve

• Big 4th of July party every year! (We love America)

Our Friends Would Describe Us As

• Outgoing

• Friendly

• Bold

• Loyal

• Energetic

• Loving

Thank you!

It's our hope and dream to add more children to our little family. We know we can provide a loving, stable, exciting life for any child that comes into it. Further, a life filled with purpose and passion.

It's our goal that our children will be raised to value their story and their differences. We want our children to be raised to be people of integrity, confidence, compassion, and perseverance. We want them to know that they have been loved since before they took their first breath. To know that many people loved them and had dreams for them, not just Michael and I.

While navigating post-adoption placement will have its challenges, we look forward to leaning into those challenges with you, if you choose us. If you wish to have openness, we will put in the effort to allow for that to happen from the get-go. We would love to grow a relationship with you as the years go on. It's important to us that our children know where they come from, and can get answers that Michael and I may not be able to give them.

Finally, it's with hope and love that you are able to find the answers you seek on this journey. If Michael and I are the answer, we cannot wait to be on this journey with you in whatever capacity you are comfortable with. Know that we will love you in whatever way you need. Know that we love you already, no matter your decision, and are praying for you.