Physician Assistant / Athletic Trainer
Connecticut
Caucasian
Catholic
A few things we would love for you to know about us:
WE ARE A LOVING, AFFECTIONATE, PERSONABLE, AND HARDWORKING FAMILY, AND WE CANNOT WAIT TO BE PARENTS!
OUR BIGGEST DREAM HAS ALWAYS BEEN TO BECOME PARENTS AND WATCH OUR CHILDREN GROW. WHILE WE HAVE FACED CHALLENGES IN GETTING HERE, WE HAVE LEARNED HOW TO COMMUNICATE CLEARLY, LOVE DEEPLY, AND LEAN ON EACH OTHER FULLY.
WE HAVE BEEN BLESSED WITH A STRONG SENSE OF FAMILY, AND WE CANNOT WAIT TO BRING A CHILD INTO THAT FAMILY.
Soon after we were married, we began trying to grow our family. We did not know at the time the long road of infertility that would stretch out before us. And yet, after years of being unable to conceive biologically, our great desire to be parents and have a family has never wavered. We can honestly say that parenthood is what we want most out of life, and while we know we can never be perfect, we are committed to making our family a priority, whatever that may look like. We are so excited to finally begin this chapter of our lives, and we are all in - for the good moments and the hard, the big and the small.
We also want to share that adoption is not new to our community of people. We have family and friends who have adopted children, some are still very young and others are now adults with children of their own, and each has been a powerful example for us of family that goes so far beyond DNA.
Not only do we hope to provide a beautiful, rich life to a child that is filled with love and affection, but we know they will bring immense joy to us, as well. We cannot wait to get to know the dreams and desires of their heart, to listen to them and learn from them, and to build a family of safety, security, and belonging.
OUR HOME IS OUR SAFE PLACE, FILLED WITH MEMORIES, LAUGHTER, AND LOVE.
We live in a raised ranch-style home in Connecticut. We like to say it’s “country quaint” and welcoming! We believe home should be a place where we can rest, where the people we love can gather, and where we all can feel relaxed as memories are made. The moment you walk into our home, you’ll know what season or time of year it is due to the decorations around the house. Daria loves to decorate for each season and believes it adds to the warm, welcoming atmosphere of home always ready to entertain! In any of the rooms in our home, you can find a little touch of Disney magic, a tribute to Daria’s Italian heritage, or our love for the beach. These are some of the things that have brought joy to our lives throughout the years, and we love being surrounded with the memories.
WE LOVE THE LOCATION OF OUR HOME! IT’S VERY PRIVATE WITH A LARGE YARD, AND WE GET TO EXPERIENCE ALL THE SEASONS - THE GREEN OF SPRING, THE FLOWERS IN SUMMER, THE FOLIAGE OF FALL, AND THE SNOW IN WINTER - FROM OUR COZY FAMILY ROOM.
A BIT ABOUT OUR TOWN. Our town is a small, rural community with a lot to offer! We have a great school system, a public library, a pool, multiple parks, and lots of hiking trails. The community hosts seasonal events like an apple and strawberry festival, farmers markets in the summer, and a Memorial Day parade. There are also local farms and nurseries to visit, town fairs, and high school sporting events to get excited about! We love the small town life, and cannot wait to share it!
OTHER HIGHLIGHTS:
Family relationships:
THERE IS LITTLE THAT MAKES US QUITE AS HAPPY AS SHARING OUR FAVORITE TRADITIONS AS A FAMILY.
Some of our favorite family traditions:
MEET DARIA A FRIEND DESCRIBED ME AS WARM, WELCOMING, AND THOUGHTFUL!
I AM... FRIENDLY, KIND- HEARTED, AND COMPASSIONATE. I’M ALSO TALKATIVE! EVERYONE CALLED ME “CHIACCHIERONE” GROWING UP, WHICH MEANS CHATTERBOX IN ITALIAN
A few of Daria’s favorite things: My family • Spending time with my nieces • Pizza, Macaroni, and Ice Cream • Disney • Hallmark movies • Italy • Soap Operas like Young and Restless and General Hospital • Cooking • Reading Books • The beach, palm trees, and collecting sea shells • New Kids on the Block • Italian Soccer, the New York Yankees, and Tom Brady
WHAT I’M LOOKING FORWARD TO MOST ABOUT BEING A MOM. Honestly, everything!! I cannot wait to spend the rest of our lives watching a child grow and become an independent person. I look forward to singing songs to them that my mother used to sing to me, watching them play with their cousins and interact with their grandparents, and enjoying every stage that parenthood brings. I also look forward to celebrating holidays, birthdays, graduations, and everything in between, and watching them find joy in what they enjoy.
MICHAEL…
MEET MICHAEL A FRIEND DESCRIBED ME AS RELIABLE, LOYAL, AND SOMEONE TO LEAN ON.
-IN DARIA’S WORDS “Mike has so many endearing qualities. He is kind, loving, thoughtful, and patient. He has done so much through the years not only for his family but mine, as well.. He has sat in nursing homes with me to visit my grandparents and made trips to Florida simply to decorate a Christmas tree. He is extremely smart and hard working. He finished top in his class in PA school, and others are always seeking him out for guidance or advice. More than anything, he is an amazing uncle. He loves spending time with his nieces - reading stories, attending school events, taking them on the boat, teaching them to garden, or playing a game. He never misses a birthday and loves a good movie night. His heart for them shows me what his heart will be like as a father and I cannot wait for this adventure together.”
I AM... SMART, HARDWORKING, AND GENUINE. I AM QUIET AND ALSO CARING. I LIKE TO GET STRAIGHT TO THE POINT, BUT I WILL ALWAYS TAKE TIME FOR THE PEOPLE I LOVE.
A FEW OF MY FAVORITE THINGS:Spending time with my family • Being on our boat and fishing • Helping people, whether with small or big tasks • Cooking (BBQ) • Sunday football and Phillies games • Working out and staying healthy • Gardening • Reading to my nieces, teaching them to fish, or playing Uno together
WHAT I’M LOOKING FORWARD TO MOST ABOUT BEING A DAD. Raising a child is important to our life and something I’ve hoped to experience for a very long time. I look forward to raising a child in the big moments but also in the everyday. I want that responsibility and can’t wait to bring them to school, go to their activities, and tuck them in at night. I also look forward to sharing activities with them that Daria and I enjoy, such as boating, fishing, traveling, and being with family. Being a part of my nieces’ lives is such a joy, and I cannot wait to love, protect, and provide for our own son or daughter.
We first met at Sacred Heart University where we were both working as Athletic Trainers. What started out as friendship slowly grew into something more. “A year after we met, Mike finally asked me out for ice cream...except I didn’t know he was asking me out, and I brought a friend along!” (Daria) Afterwards, Mike confessed his intentions, we laughed, and planned our second date at a seafood restaurant... this time just the two of us!
As they say, the rest is history. “Mike proposed in my childhood home after a night of Mary Poppins on Broadway (my favorite!) and strolling through Manhattan '' (Daria). We were married two years later at a Catholic church followed by the best party with our family and friends at a country club in New York. It was the start of something beautiful and a day we would live over and over again.
We hope these few short pages have given you a glimpse into our lives and the unwavering love we will have for a child. When we got married, we made a commitment to each other that whatever life brings to us, we would always be there for each other. If you decide that adoption is right for you and your child and you see us as the ones to join you in loving them, we want you to know that this commitment extends to you both, We also promise to...
01 Love and cherish this child with all of our hearts, giving guidance or simply a listening ear as they grow.
02 Provide them with a safe, loving home full of joy and laughter and a community of people who love them.
03 Give them every opportunity in life to succeed and find what brings them joy, like our parents gave us.
04 Expose them to athletics, religion, music, art, and science all of which exist within our family.
05 Honor your child’s story and culture, speaking openly with them about who they are and where they come from.
06 Share of your courage and the love you have for them, always speaking of you with reverence and honor.
WITH LOVE - MICHAEL AND DARIA
Nothing can take away the place you will have in the heart of your child, and we will always hold space for that. Should you desire a relationship with us, we would be honored to hear the dreams and desires you have for your child and how we can be a part of those going forward. For now, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you, and we wish you the very best.