Russia Stories
Jim and Jane
Cooper and Kara, home from Russia 10/08
For Jane and Jim of Texas, the idea of adoption had never been a subject of daily conversation; with so many other tasks at hand, the time just never seemed right. When the couple was unable to conceive biologically, though, Jane began researching international and domestic adoption programs. Although Jim appeared less interested in the topic while Jane continued research, the tables turned quickly when Jim encountered friends from high school who had teenaged children themselves. ...
John and Kate
Ivan, home from Russia 12/07
The decision to adopt was never a difficult one for Kate and John, now the proud parents of 22-month-old Ivan. But their choice of domestic adoption was quickly put to the wayside, as the two realized that international adoption was for them. During the final trip to Russia, Kate and John spent their first Christmas with Ivan—and realized just how much reason they had to celebrate. ...
Keith and Deb
David and Julia home from Russia 11/06
When Keith and I married, we wanted to work hard, have fun, enjoy life, and most of all, see and travel the world. We decided not to have children. Years later as we neared forty, we began to rethink having children. When biology did not work for us, we started looking into adoption. When researching adoption agencies and countries, we discovered Adoption Associates. They happened to be accredited with and recognized by the Russian government. ...
Erik and Rebecca
Daniel and Ekaterina home from Russia 8/06
Our adoption story begins like so many other families. We got married and planned to have children within the next few years. But as the years went by without the news of pregnancy to share with our friends and family, we began to wonder if our dreams of becoming parents would ever come true. ...
Tim and Lee
Kara and Garrett home from Russia 5/06
We began our adoption journey several years ago, and like many other families, we did extensive research before choosing an agency. We chose Russia because we already had a knowledge of and love for the country after several mission trips there. We feel like God led us to AAI and ultimately to the children He created for our family. From the very first phone call to AAI, we felt comfortable with the agency and looked forward to completing our journey with them. ...
