I've got a fascinating and rather complex life story. It started at conception with a random error in cell division that led to my cells forming with an extra x chromosome. This is known as 47XXY or Klinefelter's Syndrome. The impact of this additional x chromosome in my DNA has been significant. I was in trouble in school and extra-curricular activities from Kindergarten on. And unfortunately, I didn't get diagnosed until age 27 when I learned I was infertile. Until then, my experience with "grownups" had led me to conclude I was just "a bad kid", "a troublemaker" and one who would never fit in. Thankfully, I've overcome that identity and now live in deeper purpose through my identity in Christ and as a dad. To this day I believe that I would not have made it through middle school, much less to where I am today if it weren't for my awesome parents, siblings and the engaging connections we shared throughout all of my formative years. ​

As a result of my diagnoses I was privileged to adopt my three kiddos, Noah, Elizabeth & Isaac. I was blessed beyond words by two different birth moms who chose life for their unexpected pregnancies.

Because of my unique experiences in life I have found a voice to share with others. Parents who are navigating family life in this crazy culture and parents who don't know if they want to be parents or not. That's my heart and what fuels my passion for families.