Hello! We (Matt & Joey) met working at a music venue in Washington DC. Eventually, our work crushes became very real, and we have been in a committed relationship ever since. We have been together for six years and our relationship has been tested more in the first two years than most are in the first 10. After facing challenges like job loss, the pandemic, sickness and the loss of loved ones, we proved to each other that our love is pretty stinking boundless. We made a commitment to be together and grow our family through adoption.

Independent from one another, we both wanted to adopt. Growing up, our homes were always an open door, always inviting in friends who needed a break from their own homes or just wanted the warmth that our families offer. We know that this is a rare set up for people, and for that we are grateful. Our home now is the same, and our door is always open (metaphorically – otherwise we keep it locked). This is why we find adoption so beautiful – family is not defined by anything other than love.

We can’t wait to meet the special child who is going to add more light to our lives, and we are ready to provide them with a safe and colorful home to call their own.

Fun Facts About Joey & Matt

Favorite places: Chicago, New Zealand and Belize!
Favorite foods: Sushi & Indian food
Favorite hobbies: Playing cards, finding someplace to swim for free, seeing live music
Favorite music: Femme Punk, 90s hip hop, soul revival