Hi! We are Ruud and Bendert from the Netherlands. First of all, we would like to thank you for letting us introduce ourselves. We are honored to be a possible part of your journey and the future of your child. We can’t imagine what it must be like to make this difficult choice, possibly the hardest to make. We think you are so strong and brave by choosing this future for your child and we hope you will find what you wish for your child in our profile.
It is our way to introduce ourselves to you. An impression of who we are, what we like to do and what we would like to offer your child. In each part you will read that family is a big part of our lives, we are real family men. Our biggest wish is to extend our family by becoming dads, share our love and our hearts with a child. It is more difficult to adopt in the Netherlands, so we are grateful to be able to start our family through adoption in the United States.
Our Story – Our Life Together: We met each other ten years ago. A mutual friend introduced us to each other. From the moment we met we knew that there was something special. It felt right, we could totally be ourselves and we felt safe and stronger together. So only nine months later we moved in together. Bendert took his dog and cat with him, Ruud brought his two cats.
In September 2016 we decided to start the adoption process and also to get married. Our first home together was an hour and a half away from our family and friends. Because of the strong family bond we drove back very often. On the road we talked a lot about how much we would love to have a family of our own one day. When we became uncles this feeling became even stronger.
We didn’t want a huge wedding, so we decided to have a small ceremony and high tea with our nearest family and friends.
Almost 2 years ago, we moved closer to our family and friends. We would like them to be an important part in the life of our child. They are really excited for us.
What We Like to Do: We love the outdoors – Taking long walks with Kees, our dog, over the beach or through the forest, while taking photographs or just enjoying the sights.
We also like cultural things like reading, going to the theatre, the movies and exploring cultures and architecture in foreign countries.
Bendert likes to go horseback riding two times a week. He rides a Frisian horse and competes a few times a year. Some Saturdays, Bendert and his grandfather join a classic car ride.
Ruud likes to take pictures, listen to music and sing. When he was younger he performed often. Now he likes to sing with the children that he teaches and of course when he’s taking a shower.
Most of the things we like to do, we do with our friends and family. It’s a way to share the fun and stories. Even when Bendert bakes cakes, he bakes for family, neighbors and friends. But from time to time there is nothing better than being at home, working in the garden, watching a movie and just have a quiet time together.