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Phoenix, Arizona

Elena and Vincent embracing on a sandy beach

ELENA & VINCENT · OUR ADOPTION STORY

A little window
into our world.

Two people. A life full of love.
And a chapter we hope to share.

Come on in
ROOTED IN PHOENIX, ARIZONA

A LITTLE CLOSER

Every story starts
with getting to know you.

Two people, two dogs, and a life in Phoenix. We’re hoping to grow our family through adoption.

Thank you for taking time to meet us. We do not know what this time feels like for you. We hope you feel welcome here. You do not need to have every answer today. Take your time, read our story, and say hello if and when you feel ready.

With warmth, Elena & Vincent

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Elena works with children who have autism. She is also a CASA, or court-appointed special advocate. She speaks up for children and helps them feel heard. At home, she loves to bake, cook, and watch a good show or movie.

Vincent works in government IT and builds software. He loves technology, science, and video games. Away from a screen, he loves trying new food, cooking with Elena, and seeing new places together.

OUR FAMILY & FRIENDS

A whole circle
of love.

The people beside us. The moments we share. The love we hope to pass on.

From celebrations to a quiet afternoon together, these are the people who make our life feel full.

More of our family & friends
Elena and Vincent smiling at each other on their wedding day

THE TWO OF US

Family is what
you make it.

Adoption has been part of our story from the beginning.

THE EVERYDAY MAGIC

Home is in
the little things.

Something baking. Two dogs underfoot. New places to explore. Take a peek at whichever part of our life feels interesting to you.

Three little windows into our life
Tamales & time together

Making tamales with family is a Mexican tradition Vincent grew up with. Now it is part of the life we share.

The holidays are a big deal here

We love Christmas, and our neighborhood does too. Each year, homes fill with bright lights for a holiday contest. On Halloween, hundreds of kids come out to trick-or-treat. We hope to share all of that fun with a child.

Good food. Good company.

We both love to cook, and Elena loves to bake. Trying new food is also part of the fun when we travel.

THE LIFE IN BETWEEN

A few moments.
A whole lot of us.

The dressed-up days. The everyday days. Our favorite kind of together.

Browse our photo album
An embrace on the beachElena ready for a celebrationVincent by a waterfallSharing a book with a little oneSide by side at our wedding tableElena walking with Nala and NoodlesA small smile with a little oneOur sample-station Halloween costumesA day outside with friendsElena with a fresh loaf of breadFamily gathered around the patio tableTogether beside the riverNala and Noodles in the doorwayA day at the baseball gameA quiet cuddle on the sofa

A FEW VERY SALGADO DAYDREAMS

A little ahead
of ourselves.

Too many snacks. Dogs in all the good seats. Vince turning a small project into a huge building job.

We dream about small days, big moments, and a child to share them with.

WHENEVER YOU’RE READY

Here’s to
a little hello.

If you’d like to know more about us, we’d love to hear from you.