Meet Carol,

by Rob

Close-up of a smiling woman with long red hair, wearing a black top, in an indoor setting. Expectant mother placing her baby for adoption.

Carol is the love of my life. She is warm, thoughtful, and has a natural way of making people feel cared for. She brings joy and laughter into everyday moments and reminds me to slow down and appreciate the little things. She has a gentle way of helping others feel seen and supported, and there is always time for a hug when you need one.

Carol is a helper at heart. As a psychologist in private practice, she supports people through many different life experiences. The same patience, compassion, and attentiveness she brings to her work are part of who she is as a person. She has created a flexible schedule that allows her to work from our home office, giving her the ability to be present and actively engaged in daily family life.

A woman and a young boy sitting on a wooden floor surrounded by toys, including a stuffed dinosaur, a toy train, and a toy tractor. The woman is wearing a plaid shirt and jeans, and the boy is wearing a blue long-sleeve shirt and blue pants, holding a toy.
A woman in a white wedding dress holding a bouquet, and a young girl in a white dress with a floral crown holding a small bouquet, standing hand-in-hand outdoors in front of a green vineyard under a bright sky.

Carol is playful, loving and kind. Children are naturally drawn to her. She has always had a gift with them.

A woman with red hair sitting on a couch, reading a book titled 'Go, Dog. Go!' with a black dog sitting beside her, both covered with a plaid blanket.
A woman holding a young girl in a colorful dress and large purple bow, both smiling with the woman holding a pink bouquet, in an indoor setting.

Carol comes from a large, close-knit family. As the youngest of six, she grew up surrounded by love, laughter, and strong connections. She is a proud “Auntie Carol” to 11 nieces and nephews and cherishes the time she spends being part of their lives.

A woman playing with two young boys on a wooden floor, with toy trains, a plush toy, and a ball pit in the background.
Woman chopping orange and red bell peppers in a kitchen.
A woman in a blue shirt and gray shorts crouching next to a large black dog with a red bandana, on a rocky mountain with a forest and lake in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
Woman in a red life jacket and gray cap kayaking on a lake with a scenic view of distant hills and a blue sky with clouds.
Woman and dog playing a game with red and white pieces on a blue tray on the floor.

Since childhood, Carol has felt most at peace in nature. Time spent outdoors—whether hiking wooded trails, kayaking on the water, or simply listening to birds in our backyard—helps her feel grounded and recharged. In the summer, she enjoys caring for our garden and using what we grow to prepare meals for family and friends. She also has a natural eye for photography and loves capturing the beauty of the places that mean so much to us. Some of our favorites are below:

A mountainous forest landscape with green trees, fallen logs, and a prominent granite formation in the background, under a partly cloudy sky.
Scenic view of a lake at sunset with colorful sky and clouds, surrounded by trees, with a large rock and small boats on the shore in the foreground.
A black dog wearing a pink harness and collar is standing in a shallow puddle on a mountain overlook, with a stone wall behind it. The background shows blue mountain ranges, green trees, and a partly cloudy sky.
Sunset over a marina with boats docked on the water, viewed from a sandy beach with footprints.

Carol is excited to share the things she loves with a child, while also encouraging them to discover their own interests and strengths. She believes in creating a supportive environment where a child feels confident being themselves and comfortable exploring what brings them joy. I feel so lucky to share my life with Carol, and I know the same love, patience, and care she shows the people around her will shape the kind of mother she will be.