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Featured Family: James and Lisa
Jimbo and Lisa
What does "Family Life" mean to you?
Family life means sharing our experiences and faith with those that are the closest to us.
Describe your childhood:
Adoptive Mom? I grew up in an all American neighborhood with children everywhere I had mountains for a backyard and my mother could never find me at dinner time. I was blessed and had a pool in my backyard and all I ever wanted to do was dive for pennies, nickels and dimes. My parents did not spoil me I had to work every summer and had a list of chores a mile long but it made me who I am today.
Adoptive Dad? I was raised in a large (7 kids) catholic family surrounded by many friends and relatives where we shared many gatherings together including the holidays. My dad was the B-Q officianato and always had the family over for outdoor picnics. I was fortunate to have a great circle of friends as well. We would always get together for outdoor games such as "kick the can", football, baseball, fort building and bike riding. I no doubt have very fond memories of my childhood and feel very fortunate for my up-bringing.
Tell us about your home?
We live in a desirable neighborhood that caters specifically to family life. Our community recently was named in the top 10 best areas to raise a family according to parenting.com. We live 1.5 hours away from the mountains and 1.5 hours from the beach.
When you have a 3-day weekend, what do you like to do?
Barbeque with family and friends, getaway to the outdoors, such as camping or a weekend at the beach.
Do you have pets? If so tell us about them?
Yes. We have two cats with two different personalities. One thinks she is a dog, the other a princess.
What is your favorite food?
Sushi and Barbeque.
What do you hope to teach your children?
The high standard of morals we grew accustom to from our upbringing.
Do you play any musical instruments?
Jim has been playing the drums since he was in grade school.
Describe your neighborhood?
Very family and religion oriented.
Share something about your spouse that only you know:
Husband? A worry wart. Wife? A control freak.
Describe the last romantic thing you did together?
Surprised Lisa by taking her to dinner at her favorite Sushi restaurant.
What will you tell your child about their birthmother?
She is the most unselfish women you will ever meet.
It's Daddy's day - what activity do you want to share with your child?
Going to a SF Giants baseball or SF 49ers football game.
Do you plan on sharing with your child what their birth parents were like?
Absolutely.
What kind of education are you hoping to provide for your child - Private or Public?
Whatever is in their best interest. We live in some of the nation's best school systems.
How did you come to the decision of adoption?
Infertility.
What faith will you raise your child?
Catholic.
How will you help your child accomplish their dreams?
Provide them with the values and tools in order for them to achieve their goals.
What kind of a relationship do you hope to build with your birthmom through her pregnancy?
One that I hope she feels comfortable in and feels free to ask questions and express concerns.
How did you meet?
In High school when we discovered we had a crush on each other.
What was your relationship with your parents like?
Loving most of the time. Of course, sometimes challenging as adolescence.
What attracted you to each other?
Jim's sporty looks and Lisa's hot looks.
Please describe your personalities:
Husband? Type A personality, terrific natural sense of humor. Driven.
Wife? Strong willed, type A personality, nurturing by nature and a team player.
What are your hobbies (please share those you enjoy as individuals and those you enjoy as a couple):
Husband? Individual-Riding motorcycles, playing the drums, restoring classic cars. Couple- Long walks/hikes, working out and camping.
Wife? Skiing and running and camping with my husband.
When you close your eyes and see yourself holding your precious baby in your arms what are your thoughts regarding the birthmother?
I think of my birthmother holding me.
How will a child enrich your life?
We get to share all the wonders of the world with them and learn some new ones ourselves.
Why did you each choose the career path you decided on?
Husband? Sales- Allows me to work a job as if it is my own company. Untapped earning potential.
Wife? My love for medicine.
What makes a birthmom special?
She has completed my circle from being an adopted child to an adoptive mother.
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