Welcome! Meet:

Dan + Maribeth

Assistant Golf Course Superintendent / Regional Sales Manager

Ohio

Caucasian

Christian

All About Dan & Maribeth

Hi! We are Maribeth and Dan. We live in Columbus, Ohio and bought our first home in July of 2023. Dan is from Columbus and moved back to Ohio in 2017 after living in Arizona for over nine years. Maribeth moved to Columbus in 2014 and is originally from Perrysburg in northwest Ohio. We both like spending time together by either cooking, playing pickleball or binge watching our favorite shows. Dan’s personality is very laid back and chill. He is so sweet, kind and thoughtful. Dan is such a loving person, really thoughtful with his words, and always knows the right things to say. Maribeth has a more outgoing and vibrant personality, and she is very loving.

Why Adoption?

Over the past couple of years, we have been trying to have a baby naturally. Dan was diagnosed with Klinefelter Syndrome which causes him to be infertile. After learning about this, we both talked about the next steps. We decided to use a sperm donor and try IUI. After four failed attempts and using two donors, we decided to stop that process. We both were very open to adoption from the very beginning as we learned that we wouldn’t be able to have a biological child. We have a few coworkers and friends who have siblings who were adopted as well that we talk with too! It’s really nice to know people who have been adopted or are adopting in our network. We are ready for adoption, because this is something we both want so badly as a couple. Going through all we have in the past few years was probably one of the hardest things we have endured in our lives. We are so happy and excited for this next journey and can’t wait to meet our birth mother and start this new beginning of being parents. We love children and can’t wait to see our child and give them all the love and support they deserve!

Family & Home

We live in a small township North of Columbus, which has a local playground area with swing sets, slides, and a park. In the summer the park hosts concerts which are family friendly. Our home has 3 bedrooms, a nice backyard and patio.  Our house is conveniently located across the street from the elementary school. Our neighborhood is culturally diverse and kid-friendly. We even have a committee that plans family events throughout the year including concerts and scavenger hunts. We are extremely close with our families. Dan has two sisters and Maribeth has a brother. Our siblings’ families have multiple kids.  Dan has three nieces and one nephew, and Maribeth has two nieces and one nephew. Our families are very open, warm, and accepting. The kids in our family range from 21 to six months old. Both families are thrilled and eagerly anticipating the arrival of our baby. Dan’s parents live locally in Columbus, and Maribeth’s parents live not far, only about two hours away in western Ohio. Most of our friends already have kids and are super supportive and excited for us to have play dates!

How others describe me

Maribeth - From the first day I met Maribeth, I knew she was the one. Maribeth has a magnetic personality that draws people in. She’s always thinking about other people before herself.  She has an infectious personality and amazing sense of humor. Coming home to Maribeth is like coming home to my heart and soul, where I know I’m always welcomed and cherished.  All the attributes you can come up with that describe a great mother, she embodies them and lives with every day. Her love is unconditional, her strength unwavering, and her patience endless. She is more to me than just my wife; she is a hero, a role model, a source of inspiration. She is everything a mother should be and so much more.

Dan - What attracted me to him is our first date was at a coffee shop, and we sat and talked for over three hours. It was nice to not go out for a drink or dinner on a traditional first date instead we just got to know one another over coffee. I remember thinking how sweet, kind and nice he was. How thoughtful he was too. A true gentleman. He has a very laid back and chill personality.  Dan is such a loving person, really thoughtful with his words, and always knows the right thing to say. He writes thoughtful notes/cards to me at any time, and I really appreciate that. He is a very hard worker too. He works in the golf industry which can be very demanding and hard during the peak season of summer, but he has a great work ethic and never complains, because he loves his career. His love, commitment and thoughtfulness are all very important to me and who he is as a person. I value that so much in him which will make him a great father.

how we met

How We Met

We met online on Bumble, a dating app in 2019. What clicked immediately was that we sat there and talked for over three hours and got to really know one another!

Advice to Future Child

As you navigate through life, remember to always be true to yourself.  Stay grounded in your values and beliefs, and never compromise your integrity for anyone or anything. Surround yourself with people who lift you up and support you, and never be afraid to ask for help when you need it. Remember that failure is not the end, but simply a stepping stone on the path to success. Embrace challenges and setbacks as opportunities for growth and learning. And above all, never forget how loved and cherished you are. We believe in you and know that you are capable of achieving great things. Trust in yourself and your abilities, and the world will be yours for the taking.

Perspectives on Open Adoption

We look at open adoption as a wonderful opportunity for birth parents to stay connected with their child and be a part of their life. The most important thing is that the child's needs and wellbeing are prioritized in any adoption arrangement.

Favorites

Daniel
  • Favorite Movie: Top Gun
  • Favorite Holiday/Tradition: 4th of July
  • Hobbies/Interests: golf, cooking, pickleball, landscaping, video games
  • Dream Vacation: Switzerland
  • If I Could Choose a Superpower: shapeshifting
Maribeth
  • Favorite Movie: Dirty Dancing
  • Favorite Holiday/Tradition: Christmas
  • Hobbies/Interests: pilates, gardening, cooking, pickleball
  • Dream Vacation: Italy
  • If I Could Choose a Superpower: telepathic

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