Hear from our friends
Hear from Our Friends
Lauren
I have had the pleasure of knowing Lyle our entire lives. We became friends around the age of 2 and have continued a relationship over distance and time that continues to grow stronger. When Lyle met Sammy, WOW! Lyle had never taken a leap for love and Sammy is the perfect and most right reason. Sammy brings out the best in Lyle, he is kind and generous and has brought out such a wonderful, playful side of Lyle. ​ My 3.5 year old twin daughters are the lucky people that get to be loved by Uncle Lyle and Uncle Sammy. We live about an hour apart and they are both always willing to come and spend time with the girls when I need to be at work or have a little personal time. The relationship between the four of them continues to grow, they love spending time in their home and look forward to our get togethers whenever planned. Watching the two of them together as well as the separate interactions with my children, I know they are going to be incredible dads because of how the care for their nieces. They speak with kindness, and love – they help redirect them into making better choices and share such warmth when they are struggling in a moment. Eden and Isabella associate a local park in their town as theirs, because they have spent time there together. I love watching them laugh together and when the girls ask me to call them because they want to go over their house. ​ In my profession, I have worked with children and their parents for more than two decades and I can say without a doubt that together and in the moments they will be parenting separately – they will make decisions that support their child to become the best possible version of themselves.
Morgan
I have had the privilege of knowing Lyle for over a decade and Sammy for the past four years. During this time, I have witnessed their relationship blossom into a deeply loving, committed partnership—one grounded in respect, kindness, and a shared desire to build a meaningful life together. Lyle has long been like family to me. He and Sammy have stood by my family during our highest highs and our lowest lows, consistently showing compassion, loyalty, and love. These are not only the hallmarks of lasting friendship, but the very qualities that will make them exceptional parents. When I became pregnant with my son, Jules, Lyle and Sammy immediately embraced us with joy and unwavering support. Since Jules’ birth, they have been the most loving, playful, and attentive uncles. I’ve watched them soothe him when he was upset, engage with him through laughter and play, and offer the kind of consistent affection and presence that every child deserves. To Jules, they are a source of joy and comfort. To me, they are a model of what it means to be nurturing, present, and emotionally attuned caregivers. In my professional role, I work with families every day. I understand what it takes to raise a child in a safe, stable, and loving environment. Lyle and Sammy exemplify those very qualities—compassion, emotional intelligence, integrity, patience, and an unwavering commitment to those they love. I know without question that any child placed in their home will be deeply loved, well cared for, and given every opportunity to thrive.
Claire
I am deeply grateful for Lyle and Sammy’s friendship. Their strengths as individuals and as a couple are perfect for becoming parents. They are both responsible, caring, thoughtful, intelligent and have deep family values. Their relationship is rooted in respect, lots of humor, and mutual support for each other’s careers and dreams. They know how to compromise and approach the normal challenges of a new marriage with humor and patience. They are both natural caregivers and show up for others. I have seen this personally throughout the last two years as my family has faced many challenges. They are the kind of friends who drop everything to help without any notice and who are there with unwavering emotional support. My family has been fortunate to spend holidays with their extended family and know that they have wonderful people in their lives who will help them nurture a child. Sammy and Lyle will make wonderful parents, and any child will be lucky to have them as Dads. I know that they will do everything necessary to create a stable and joyful home environment. Their home is already filled with love, laughter, tradition and joy and they are very excited about sharing it with a child. They share a vision for creating a family that is grounded in their values and rooted in the treasured traditions from their families of origin. I believe that Lyle and Sammy will be exceptional parents. Their future child will be cherished and loved beyond measure. I am pleased to recommend them with the highest confidence.