The Hibbard Family Profile
We feel we are best able to accomodate one or two children. Our preference is a single girl or a sibling set being a boy and girl but are open to the right children rather than their sex. We prefer ages from 4-10. The racial preferences for the child or children are Caucasian, Pacific Islander, or Hispanic. We will incorporate the child's heritage into our family through food, holidays, dress, etc. We are open to mild special needs such as ADHD or behavioral issues. We are open to limited family or former foster contact through email or phone and would be open to maintaining sibling contact if it is in the child's best interest.Who We Are
Our names are Linda and David Hibbard.
I am currently 48 years old and was born in California.
My husband is currently 50 years old and was born in California.
We have one adopted child together. Our son's name is Jaxson-Lee and he is 3 years old. Like us, our child has a caucasian ethnic background.
I enjoy Camping, shopping and spending time with my family.
Dave enjoys Camping, NASCAR races, riding jet skis, our dogs and family time.
I work full-time for A county department as an Administrative Coordinator. Dave works full-time as an automotive Service Manager. Since we both work full-time we try to spend as much quality time together in the mornings, evenings, and on weekends. We do day and weekend out of town trips as a family and love to be outdoors and do things that provide learning experiences for our son. We love to be spontaneous and have not let a little guy change that. We are very active in our church and consider our church family our own family. We have a regular small group we attend and enjoy spending time with friends. We pray at meals and especially enjoy celebrating Easter and Christmas for what they are, not the gifts. We are raising our son in a Christrian home and try to be as loving and positive as we can be.Home and Community
We live in the State of California. Our home is a single family home. We live in a City neighborhood. We have three dogs, three cats and several tortoises. We have several local children's activities including parks, roller skating, ice skating, sports activities, and we are within a couple of hours to major cities with numerous activities including the beach, museums, amusement parks, camping, etc. We have great local schools and our church also has a private school where our son currently attends daycare. He has blossomed in the few months he has attended and it is our desire to have all our children attend this private Christian School. We know they would get a great education in the local schools if that is where they attend.
Parenting Experience
I have always been around children and enjoy them although my son is my first child. Dave has an adult biological son with special needs and an adult step-son. We have a good relationship with both though we do see his step son more often. We have learned much in the parenting world since we received placement of our son a little over a year ago. He can be challenging at times, but it is during those times that we have to remember to be more patient. We support each other and help each other out when one needs a "time out". We have participated in all available trainings through a support group hosted by our Adoption agency and we also participate in a month support group which has provided invaluable information for us as "new" parents. Support
I have over 9 years in the Social Services field, though I am not currently working there now. I have many contacts with service providers and friends in social services to help me with any needs we may have with foster or adopted children. Our Adoption agency also provides a monthly support group and is always available when a need arises. Additionally, the families who have come together in the support group have formed lasting friendships and we help each other out. Lastly, there are many families in our church who have fostered and/or adopted that we can turn to in times of need. But first and foremost we will rely on our Savior, Jesus Christ for guidance and support in our everyday lives. Motivation to Adopt
We have discussed adopting since we first got married because I was unable to conceive. We were unable to adopt locally because I worked in social services and the time "never seemed right". God made sure we knew the time was "right" and we knew he had laid it on our hearts to move forward. We were blessed with an amazing son and we are on fire to expand our family. We know we have love to give and that we have the patience and support necessary to get through the challenges that lie ahead. We also have the strength in our marriage to stand beside each other and work together in this committment. We are good parents to our son and we want to be good parents to another son, daughter or both. God will provide in His time. |
