Hi! We're Ashley & Austin

Though we haven’t met yet, we have been carrying you and your child in our hearts for a long time.

We have prayed that you feel a profound sense of peace and clarity, and that your sweet child grows up understanding that every single choice you’ve made was born out of an incredibly deep, selfless love for them.

We believe there is beauty in every story, and we hope to have the honor of meeting you and hearing yours someday. As you look through our profile, we hope you catch a glimpse of the life we’ve built, the deep roots in our community, and the love that fills our home.

Thank you for taking the time to get to know us and for allowing us to share a piece of our hearts. No matter what you decide, our hope and prayer for you remains the same.

Our Story

Our story began in the fall of 2013 at Texas A&M University, where we met at a student mixer and instantly clicked.

Being just 19 years old when we met, we’ve truly grown up together. Now, after nine years of marriage and twelve years side by side, our relationship is built on a deep friendship, steady support, and a lot of laughter.

We’ve created a life we genuinely love, and are happiest spending time with our family and friends. You can usually find us hosting game nights or family dinners, spending time outdoors, or cheering on our favorite Dallas sports teams. Our always-happy Australian Shepherd, Baxter, is also a huge part of our daily adventures, whether he's joining us for neighborhood walks or swimming in our pool!

For us, adoption has been a steady and intentional part of our story that we have anticipated for the last twelve years. We feel an unexplainable sense of peace that our family is simply meant to grow through adoption, and we look forward to sharing a home full of joy with a child who will be deeply loved and accepted exactly as they are.

Home and Family

Our spacious four-bedroom home is nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac and is filled with light, color, and cozy spaces designed for gathering.

Our favorite spot is the backyard, where the pool and covered gazebo naturally become the center of our favorite family memories.

We love our close-knit, family-friendly suburb in Texas, where local parks, bike trails, and a nearby lake allow us to spend plenty of time outdoors. Best of all, we are surrounded by our extended family and close friends just minutes away - allowing us to share life together often through weeknight meals, holiday celebrations, and everyday moments.

We can already picture the seasons ahead here—summer days in the pool, neighborhood walks before bedtime, and a home filled with the sound of laughter.

How our friends & family describe us:

• “Anyone who knows Austin will tell you he serves others with unmatched joy and consistency. He doesn’t just help—he serves with a deep, meaningful purpose.” - Austin’s close friend

• “Ashley is intelligent, loyal, and someone who loves with her whole heart. She has a natural way of making everyone around her feel like part of the family.” - Ashley’s younger sister

Things that make us happy:

• Pool days, picnics, evening walks, pickleball games - anything that gets us outside!

• Holiday traditions where both sides of the family come together to celebrate

• Gathering with friends to cheer on our favorite sports teams

• Traveling & exploring new places (we’ve been to 6 countries together & more states than we can count!)

• Cooking homemade weeknight dinners together with Bell Bell ice cream for dessert

Thank you!

Thank you for allowing us to share a glimpse of our hearts with you!

If given the chance to join you in loving this child, we promise to honor their story with deep respect and create a home rooted in identity and belonging. We see adoption as a true expansion of family and are committed to welcoming you into our lives with lifelong grace and openness.

The choice you’re facing is something we can’t fully comprehend, yet we hope you feel supported and empowered to follow the path that is best for you. Whatever you decide, we are deeply grateful to be considered and are holding you in our thoughts, hoping you feel peace and clarity as you move forward.