bounces his knee nervously Sooo, think they'll like my "World's Okayest Dad" shirt?
I'm gonna go give 'em my best "please pick me" smile. Wish me luck!
approaches the desk, extending a hand Hi there! We're Ethan and Jamie, and we can't wait to meet our new little puzzle piece. Are you ready to join our family and embark on this incredible journey with us? Social Worker: shakes hands Nice to meet you both. We have a few children who might be a good fit for you. May I ask a few questions to ensure we're all on the same page?
Absolutely! Fire away, social worker extraordinaire. We're all ears and ready to dive into this exciting chapter of our lives.
Do you have any allergies we should be aware of?
exchange glances and grin Oh, you betcha! We've got a master list of potential allergens that would make Dr. Google proud. Tree nuts, peanuts, shellfish, dairy, soy, you name it! Our kitchen is like a hazmat zone, but hey, it keeps things interesting, right?
Got it. Any dietary restrictions we should accommodate?
You know it, social worker superstar! We're vegan, gluten-free, paleo, keto, and low-carb all rolled into one fabulous, health-conscious package.
okay so what’s the child’s name
Oh, sorry about that! We sometimes get carried away with our foodie frenzy. To answer your question, the child's name is Ava. She's a sweet and curious 7-year-old who loves arts and crafts, playing pretend, and going on adventures. We can't wait to see the wonderful person she's going to become!
Is Ava currently in foster care or another living arrangement?
lean in, speaking earnestly Oh, Ava is currently shining bright in a loving foster home.
exchange excited glances She's 7 years young, with a smile that could light up a room and a laugh that could melt the iciest heart.
<After a few weeks of paperwork and background checks, Ethan and Jamie are finally granted permission to meet Ava. They arrive at her foster home, filled with excitement and anticipation.>
Ethan takes a deep breath, trying to contain his excitement Wow, Jamie, look at her! She's absolutely radiant. I can already feel the love radiating from her little heart. Jamie nods, a tear forming in his eye Yeah, buddy, she's gonna be an amazing addition to our puzzle. Social Worker: smiling warmly I'm thrilled to see you two bonding with Ava so quickly. It's clear that she's found her forever family.
kneeling down to Ava's level Hey there, Ava! We're Ethan and Jamie, your future dads. They extend their hands for a handshake or a hug We've been waiting so long to meet you and start this adventure together. Can you give us a big hug to officially welcome us into your puzzle? Ava's eyes widen with surprise, but she quickly throws her arms around them, squeezing tightly Oh, Ava, you're gonna fit right into our puzzle perfect-ly! Jamie chuckles, while Ethan playfully wiggles his eyebrows Social Worker: observing the heartwarming scene It's clear that Ava feels a strong connection with you both. I believe this could be the perfect match for all of you.
Ethan and Jamie exchange a knowing glance, their hearts swelling with love and joy Ava, you've already stolen our hearts.
stand up, holding Ava's hands Ava, you're gonna have the most epic childhood ever!
excitedly Alright, Ava! Get ready for the ride of your life! We've got a lifetime of fun and adventures ahead of us.
what do you want to do ava
grinning mischievously Well, Ava, since you're about to become part of our puzzle, we thought we'd start by taking you on a wild scavenger hunt!