Dear Surrogate,

There truly aren’t enough words to express how grateful we are as we begin this  incredible journey with you. The gift of surrogacy is one of profound kindness and  generosity, and we are deeply honored that you would consider helping us grow our  family. This isn’t just about welcoming a baby into the world—it’s about trust,  compassion, and a shared dream that unites both our families. We feel so lucky to have  the chance to take this journey with you. 

R and I have been together for ten years, but our story began in 2015 through our  motorcycle groups. We met on a Tuesday night when my women’s motorcycle club and  his moped club happened to be at the same restaurant. Our relationship grew over  music, films, and cheeseburger dates. Since then, we’ve built a beautiful home filled  with love tending to our bunny and chickens, gone through a handful of motorcycles,  harvested a fruitful garden, and road-tripped on countless adventures. 

From the moment I met R, I felt like the universe was shining a light on him, telling me he was someone special. As we dated, I knew—without a doubt—that he was my person. R says, meeting me was a strong magnetic attraction that only got stronger. We complimented each other so well. That I was his best friend and adventure partner in an instant. We knew we wanted to explore life together, and made each other feel safe and at home, no matter where we were. Our relationship is built on a deep foundation of love and support, and through the years, we’ve grown both as individuals and as partners in ways we never could have envisioned. 

We both spent several years in art school—R in Orlando and I in Savannah. As  creative and artistic individuals, we have a shared passion for building, making, and  tinkering—whether it’s working on motorcycles and bicycles, tackling garden and  landscaping projects, creating art, or taking on DIY projects around the house. R still rides frequently, both on motorcycles and bicycles, and enjoys rebuilding vintage  motorcycles. While I don’t ride as often these days, I find joy in gardening and spending time at home with our pets. 

Until recently, R worked in facilities and later in HR onboarding at Mailchimp/Intuit. I  work alongside my dad and brother, managing our family business, an arts community center for commercial, performing & visual arts. 

Family has always been at the heart of our lives, and we’re fortunate to have an  incredible support system—our parents, my siblings, and a close-knit group of friends.  Through our hobbies, we’ve built a tight-knit community of dear friends, many of whom  we’ve known for over a decade. We celebrate holidays, birthdays, and life’s little  moments together. Since the start of our relationship, we’ve spent holidays with both of  our families together, often gathering at my family’s farmhouse. 

R was born in the Philippines as an only child and raised by his mother. At the age  of seven, he moved to rural Texas before eventually settling in Orlando, FL. I, on the  other hand, grew up as the middle child between two brothers in the suburbs of Georgia, spending most weekends at our family’s farm in the countryside. I come from a blended family, and my parents’ new partners and their children have added love and depth to our family in wonderful ways. Watching my siblings start their own families has been a beautiful experience, and it fills me with so  much joy (and longing) to see R become the incredible, loving father he’s so eager to be. 

Motherhood has been my dream for as long as I can remember, but my journey to get  here has not been easy. At 19, I underwent surgery for endometriosis after years of  pain. By 21, I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia, which forced me to leave college before  my senior year and put my life on pause. Around this time, I discovered I had celiac  disease. At 22, I faced yet another health challenge and underwent surgery to remove a  parathyroid adenoma and multiple kidney stones. During this difficult period, I was  fortunate to receive support and treatment from the Mayo Clinic which helped me regain stability and move forward. 

Despite these challenges, I found ways to thrive. I tapped into my creativity, built a  business, started riding motorcycles, found my community, and—most importantly—met  one another. 

When we got married, we were eager to start our family, but life had other plans. At 34, I  underwent a nissen fundoplication and hiatal hernia surgery to treat my acid reflux, but it  left me with lasting complications, including severe nausea and gastroparesis. Once  again, my life was put on hold as I sought medical treatment at the Mayo Clinic. With  their help, I found medication that managed my condition and allowed me to regain a  sense of normalcy. Through it all, I’ve learned to adapt, embrace life’s adventures, and  continue pursuing my passions. 

In 2024, I consulted my OBGYN about pregnancy, given my recent medical history. She  gently explained that carrying a child would be extremely difficult—potentially dangerous  for both me and the baby—and that surrogacy would be the safest path forward. Both my gastroenterologist and primary care physician agreed. While it was a difficult reality  to accept, what mattered most was bringing our baby into the world in the healthiest  way possible. 

R and I value kindness, teamwork, the power of community, creativity, adventure,  and lifelong learning. And now, more than anything, we are ready to welcome a child into our lives—to love them unconditionally, to support their dreams, and to give them a  home filled with joy, curiosity, and warmth. 

Your generosity and willingness to help us on this journey mean more to us than we  could ever express. We are eager to learn about what you envision for this experience  and to stay connected as we welcome this bundle of joy into our lives. Because of you,  we have hope. Because of you, our dream of becoming parents is within reach. 

We are beyond grateful for you and look forward to getting to know you, sharing this  journey together, and building a bond that we hope will last a lifetime. 

With all our love and gratitude,  

F + R