NEW & UPDATED 12/30/08

Here are some recent adoption announcements!  If you know of someone who has finalized an adoption (or if you have finalized an adoption), please let us know so that you can be added to this list.  Send Tammi an e-mail.

 Congratulations to Tracy and Cathy Opdyke on the adoption of their daughter, Kate Ann, age 15 months.  Kate's adoption was finalized during National Adoption Month on November 14, 2008.  Kate joins big sister Rachel, age 13, and big brother Cole, age 4. 

 Congratulations to  Gina Sampaio, and her husband, Andy Hanley, (Hunterdon County) on the adoption of their son, Eli, age 2. Eli's adoption was finalized during National Adoption Month, on November 7, 2008. Eli joins his big brother Gabe and big sister Bella.  (Eli's bio-brother, Kasir, is currently being fostered by Gina and Andy, and they are together as well.)

  Congratulations to Keith and Michele Pagach and Family on the adoption of their son, Deven Berry.  Deven's adoption was finalized in July 2008, after 4 long years.

  Congratulations to Dave and Sheri Laman, on the adoption of their son, Boden, age 2 1/2. Boden's adoption was finalized on October 10, 2008, after being with them for only a year. Boden joins Grayden, age 6 1/2, and McKenna, age 4.  Mom's Direct Quote:  "We're thrilled that Boden is "officially" a Laman and our forever family is complete!"

Congratulations to Darren and Tracy Pieper, on the adoption of their son, James, age 11. James' adoption was finalized on January 25, 2008.

Congratulations to Annie Pike and her husband, Johnathan Steenstra, on the adoption of their son, Joseph Johnathan Steenstra, age 7.  Joe's adoption was finalized on September 5, 2008, after 2 long years.  Joe holds a very special place in mom and dad's heart as he was not only their very first foster child, but their first (adopted) child!  Joe has a younger foster sister, age 2.  Mom's Direct Quote:  He is happy, intelligent, healthy and very friendly and caring.

Congratulations to the Banfield Family on the adoption of their son, Josh, age 10.  Josh's adoption was finalized on September 19, 2008, after 3 long years.  Josh has an older brother, Walter, an older sister, Nicole and 2 foster brothers and 1 foster sister.  Mom and the rest of the family couldn't be happier!

Congratulations to the Dorfman Family on the adoption of their son, Julian Shawn, age 2, whose adoption was finalized on July 24, 2008. Julian was placed with the Dorfman Family when he was 3 1/2 months old, back on July 31, 2006. Mommy's Direct Quote:  He has jumped hurdles in his short time on Earth and is no longer medically fragile!  Just a DEFINITE bouncing two year old!  (I may become fragile if he keeps being two much longer!)

Congratulations to the Fischer Family on the adoption of their daughter, Jaiden, age 12, and their son, Biagio, age 7.  Jaiden and Biagio's adoptions were finalized on August 13, 2008.  They join older siblings, Brendan and Erin. 

Congratulations to the Fennelly Family on the adoption of their daughter, Nikole Rose ("Nikki"). Nikki's adoption finalized on July 24, 2008. She joins big brothers Josh and Erich, and big sisters Kaelynn and Hannah. Mommy's Direct Quote:  Nikki is a wonderful addition to our family, and the final addition. She lights up in the room when she enters and her little devious smile will just melt your heart!!!

Congratulations to the Braman Family on the adoption of their son, Jason.  Jason's adoption finalized on June 25, 2008.  He joins big brother Michael, and sisters Melissa, Kristina and Ashley.

Congratulations to the Marino/Capello Family on the adoption of their daughter, Violet Samantha Marino-Cappello.  Violet's adoption finalized on February 14, 2008.  She joins big brothers Kirby and Percy, and big sisters Helena and Maya.  Direct Quote From Mom:  "Violet was officially adopted on Valentine's Day, February 14, 2008.  It was the best present of LOVE that we could ever have asked for!  She is now 20 months old, and so smart and talkative!"