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Erin

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Hi and thank you so much for taking the time to get to know me. I know that if you’re reading this, you’re in the midst of making a truly brave and incredibly loving decision, and I want to start by saying how much I respect and admire your strength.I would be honored to be considered as a potential adoptive parent. Becoming a mom is something I’ve dreamt about for a long time, and I’m so ready to welcome a child into my home and my heart.

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I grew up in Kentucky in a loud, big-hearted family, with two brothers, the world’s most supportive parents, and a whole lot of lake days and board games. That’s where I learned to water-ski, got my love of storytelling, and developed a fierce streak of competitiveness in games like Scrabble and Stratego (I still hold the title!).

Eventually, I followed my dream and moved to Los Angeles to become a television writer. In Los Angeles, I've built an amazing community of friends who share my passion for travel and trying as many restaurants as possible. I've also formed a network of single moms, other women who have started their families on their own, who inspire me everyday.

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WHY ARE YOU ADOPTION:

My journey to adoption has been shaped by both my own life experiences and the family I come from. My mom has worked for many years at St. Joseph’s Children’s Home in Kentucky—an organization that supports children in finding loving adoptive families—and so from a young age, I was taught to see adoption not just as a path to parenthood, but as something truly beautiful and meaningful.

When I learned that it would likely be difficult for me to conceive naturally, it didn’t take long for me to realize that adoption was exactly how I was meant to become a mother. The choice felt natural, and honestly, exciting.

INTRODUCE YOURSELF:

CAREER: One thing that I'm very proud of in my life is the career I've built for myself. I never get tired of being a comedy TV writer. I’ve been lucky to work on shows like Will & Grace, and That 90s Show. Currently I am on a Netflix animated comedy. While TV writing can be fast-paced, it’s also flexible—I get long breaks in between seasons, kind of like a summer vacation, which I plan to use for fun trips and time with my future child. I try to live life with joy and curiosity, and while I work hard, I never take myself too seriously.

Here are some quotes my friends and family gave during the home study approval process:

"Erin is a calming presence who strives to do her best in all aspects of her life. She is who I go to when I have a problem or need advice. She’s funny, kind, loyal, smart, and excellent cook. Amazing dog mom, super active

and a big lover of travel."

"Erin was born to do this."

"When my kids are around Erin she is comfortable and at ease... She was able to make my kids feel comfortable while they were nervous and excited."

"Erin is creative and fun loving. She likes to plan and execute group activities. She works very hard in her career field but also enjoys her downtime."

HOBBIES & INTERESTS: I love being outside—especially hiking the trails around LA with my dog, Luna. There’s one trail in Malibu that ends at a waterfall that’s my absolute favorite spot, and I imagine the day I get to bring my child there for the first time.

When I’m not outside, I’m usually being crafty. I’m obsessed with embroidery (at one point I even had a little Etsy shop where I sold Harry Potter–themed embroidery for charity). I’m already dreaming up the handmade onesies and nursery art I’ll get to create.

I also grew up on the water, spending summers boating and swimming in Kentucky, and I’ve kept that love alive by getting out on the ocean here in California as much as possible.

HOME AND COMMUNITY: I live on a peaceful street in the San Fernando Valley, a cozy neighborhood in Los Angeles that feels like its own little world. My home has a large yard I love—a place where I grill dinner, grow herbs, there’s even a cute swing in the giant willow tree out front.

There are great public parks nearby, and I’m within walking distance of two wonderful schools. It’s a neighborhood where kids ride their bikes and neighbors say hello, but I’m also just a short drive from the beaches of Malibu, the museums of downtown, and—very importantly—Disneyland.

My favorite thing about my home, though, is how it feels. It's warm, inviting, and full of little corners meant for reading, playing, creating, and cuddling. I’ve spent a lot of time making it a space where a child will feel safe, inspired, and totally loved.

EXTENDED FAMILY: Family means everything to me. I’m lucky to be close with my parents, who recently bought a house just a few miles away from mine so they can be nearby as I start this next chapter. They are incredibly supportive and excited to become grandparents for the first time!

I also have two brothers who are both married and thinking about kids of their own, so a cousin crew may be in the future. My extended family is still in Kentucky, and we visit every year for lake time, holidays, and family reunions filled with food, laughter, and probably a few heated card games.

Here in Los Angeles, I’ve built a chosen family of dear friends who are just as excited about this adoption as I am. My future child will grow up surrounded by people who love them deeply—in California and Kentucky alike.