My family and friends are the most important things in my life! Growing up, my parents always instilled a strong sense of family values in my sister, Shaylyn and I. My parents attended every sporting event, every play, every awards ceremony and always supported us in our goals no matter how big or small. I plan on supporting my future child the same way, and instilling those same family values in them.
I have a large extended family – my dad, Richard, has 5 siblings, and my mother, Shani, has 3 aunts and uncles, all of whom have lots of children and grand-children. Most, if not all, of my extended family lives in Merced and are no more than a 5-minute drive from my home, and some are even a 10-minute walk away! We get together often for holidays, birthday parties, or just because! Many of my cousins, as well as my friends who I consider family, have young children, so your child will always have someone to play and grow with.
My older sister, Shaylyn, and my younger sister Paisley are excited to be aunts! Shaylyn works at Monterey Bay Aquarium and can’t wait to teach my future child all about marine biology. Paisley is excited to babysit and teach the baby to dance, as Paisley is an incredible dancer! My dad, mom and step-dad are also ALL excited to be grandparents! We all can’t wait to welcome a new baby into our family.
Family Traditions: We love traditions! We always spend Thanksgiving and Christmas together, as well as birthdays! Another fun tradition is that each year my dad, uncle Wes, and sister Shaylyn go to a different island of Hawaii. We all can’t wait to take my future child on this special annual trip and soak up the Hawaiian culture and sun.
What Others Say About Me:
• “Paige is not only my sister, but a great person and an excellent role model. To me, she would be the best mom because she is loving, protecting, nurturing and most importantly – selfless. She will make sure her child is equipped with the knowledge and skills to be successful in life and I am certain this is her calling in life.” – My sister, Shaylyn
- “I noticed Paige’s maternal instincts early on. As a young girl, she was always first to dote over the newborn cousins. I know she will make an excellent mother” – My dad, Richard
- “I wholeheartedly trust Paige with my child, who I would give my life for” – Friend and daycare client, Aileen
- “Paige always has/does an amazing job taking care of my little one. My husband and I truly couldn’t ask for more.” – Friend and daycare client, Alyea