About the Siblings
Let Noah lead the family during a rendition of “cheer, cheer for Old Notre Dame.” He also enjoys going to the movies and attending 4-H fairs on his days off along with playing group video games with friends. “Noah likes multiplayer games in which you can interact with others, and this is his preferred way to socialize,” says one of his close adults. “Noah reports that his favorite parts of school are computer class, gym and recess.” His favorite food is burgers, his favorite color is red and his favorite animals are dogs. Noah dreams of visiting Florida someday, and when he gets older, he wants to work in a restaurant. One of his favorite eateries is Culver’s. Even though he’s often quiet and reserved, Noah will open up to his new forever family once he gets to know them.
Pardon Raymond for asking for quiet. It just comes naturally to him. “Raymond likes things quiet,” says one of his close adults, but where he likes hanging out also shows why he prefers very little sound. “We go to the library, and Raymond hangs out in the teen section where he picks out books. He likes graphic novels.” In addition to reading, Raymond enjoys drawing and says grey is his favorite color. His favorite subject in school is math, and his favorite holiday is Christmas. After school and on weekends, you’ll find Raymond shooting hoops in the driveway. “He loves to play basketball,” says one of Raymond’s close adults. “We take him out to the movies, 4-H fairs and Notre Dame football games.” Raymond says playing basketball and video games are his favorite things to do when spending time with friends. Raymond participates in a youth group, and he enjoys going to an amusement park with them. A forever family will enjoy having Raymond in the house. He’s not a picky eater – “I eat anything” – and he’ll pitch in – “I’m helpful!”
“Noah is a good boy,” says one of his close adults. “Noah has come a long way in the last year both at home and at school. Noah is proud that he is doing better in school where he earns good grades.”
“Raymond is a great kid,” says a close adult. “He is eager to learn, he has a lot of potential and he listens. Raymond is respectful and follows the rules. He gets along well with others both at home and at school.”
A forever family must be willing to adopt Raymond and Noah together. The boys would do best with two parents, but a single parent with a strong support system would be considered. Their new family must be fierce advocates for the services the boys need to flourish. Their new family must be able to provide Raymond and Noah the guidance and attention they require. Their family needs to be open to letting the boys maintain their sibling relationships.