The people who know us best

I am writing this letter in full support of Patrick and Tracy adopting a child. I have known Patrick for essentially my entire life. Our families met when we were students at Our Lady of the Snows ~ we both grew up in the same neighborhood, played on the same sports teams, attended the same parish, and shared the same friends. I had the honor of being a groomsman at Patrick and Tracy's wedding, and Patrick a groomsman at mine.

As someone who has spent a significant amount of time with both Tracy and Patrick, I can fully attest to the fact that they possess the qualities and characteristics that make them ideal candidates for adoption:

• Dedication and Stability ~ Patrick and Tracy are fully committed to each other and have continuously expressed their desire to have a family. They have worked tirelessly to make that a reality with no obstacle standing a chance of making them waver.
• Dependable ~ Since I have known Patrick and Tracy, I have always been able to rely on them. They are always willing to help with anything, whether that be babysitting my 5-year-old son (which they have done on multiple occasions) or just helping with a move. I always know I can count on them.
• Positive and Healthy Environment ~ Patrick and Tracy have created a beautiful home in Island Park that offers everything a child would need to prosper. It is a safe area with excellent access to top schools and recreational facilities.
• Financial Stability ~ Patrick and Tracy both maintain very good jobs and are financially responsible.
• Strong Community ~ Patrick and Tracy are actively involved in their community, and they have a strong support network nearby with family and friends willing to help whenever needed.

In summation, I hope I have made it abundantly clear that I believe Patrick and Tracy are ideal candidates for adoption. They will provide a loving, supportive, nurturing, and stable home for any child.

Sincerely,

James

Tracy has been my best friend for the last 25 years. We were lucky enough to meet in gym class in 8th grade and have been best friends ever since. We grew up together and have stayed close through all of life's stages. Tracy has proved to be a reliable and supportive friend ~ she is the person I trust with everything. She has always been there for me through life's highest highs and lowest lows. She stood next to me on my wedding day and was the first person outside of my immediate family to come meet my children when they were born.

Not only is Tracy an amazing friend, she is an incredible aunt to my two daughters. They absolutely adore her and get so excited when she comes over for a visit. It is extremely heartwarming to see them together. Tracy would make an amazing mother. She possesses all of the qualities that embody a wonderful mother ~ she is so kind, respectful, trustworthy, nurturing, understanding, sympathetic, and patient. I have no doubts she will naturally ease into the parenting stage of life. Additionally, she is an excellent teacher. Her administration and fellow coworkers love her because they see how much she cares about her students and their success.

I have known Pat since he started dating Tracy 8 years ago. Just like Tracy, Pat is kind, loving, caring, funny, lighthearted, supportive, hardworking, and patient. He is also extremely positive and views the world with a glass-half-full attitude. Pat is great with my children as well. He finds ways to connect with each of them and always gets down on their level to interact with them.

I have absolutely no reservations about recommending Tracy and Pat to be approved as adoptive parents. I know how badly they want to start a family and know they will meet this opportunity with open hearts, ready to take on any challenges together.

Respectfully,

Lyndsey

I am happy to write this letter in support of Pat and Tracy as they pursue adoption. I have known Pat for nearly fifteen years, originally through my work in television production. Over that time, Pat has worked with me on numerous sets, and through those years our professional relationship naturally grew into a friendship. Spending long days on production sets with someone tends to reveal their true character, and Pat has consistently proven himself to be one of the most genuine, dependable, and thoughtful people I know.

In an industry that can be fast-paced and stressful, Pat has always stood out for his calm presence, strong work ethic, and the way he treats the people around him. Tracy's work as a teacher speaks volumes about her character as well. Her dedication to helping children learn, grow, and feel supported reflects the same patience, compassion, and guidance that she brings into her home life.

Over the years I have also had the opportunity to see Pat and Tracy in their personal lives, and it has been clear how much care they put into the people around them. Watching the way they have welcomed a young exchange student into their home, extended family, and neighborhood ~ supporting her growth both in school and in her everyday life ~ has been incredibly moving.

As someone who was adopted myself, I have a deep appreciation for the role that loving and supportive parents play. With that perspective, I can say with confidence that Pat and Tracy possess the warmth, stability, and dedication that every child deserves in a home. Without hesitation, I believe Pat and Tracy would make exceptional adoptive parents.

Sincerely,

Ryan

I have known Patrick and Tracy Parrino for over twelve and six years, respectively. I met Pat at work on Project Runway in the summer of 2013, and in the years since we have worked closely together on a great number of other shows and projects, as well as remaining good friends throughout.

Pat is a hard worker, a great friend, and a good man. He works in a tough role on sets filled with chaos, ego, and large personalities yet always has a smile, keeps calm and focused, and is keenly aware of the people he works with and their humanity. He is firm, steady, and kind as a person, and it shows in his work.

Tracy is a teacher by trade but also by nature. She is patient, smart, and empathetic, reaching out to and connecting with people in a near effortless way that invites them to come along and join in, teaching by example. Watching her with Pat over these years has shown them as complementary people ~ both with strengths and passions that together can raise and help each other to and through a fulfilling life.

Both Pat and Tracy have and do still work with children. They have a stable and loving marriage, a lovely home, and are financially secure. They are currently hosting a young woman from Spain as a host family for her high school study abroad program. They have been working to start a family for quite some time, and I truly think they would be amazing parents.

Living just outside of New York City is a wonderful setting for their family ~ a quiet little neighborhood right near the beach, with sidewalk-lined streets and parks within walking distance. Knowing Pat and Tracy has been a privilege and one that has made our lives better on a constant basis.

Sincerely,

Will

We first met Pat on a film project while living in Mobile, Alabama. Within the first few days, we were quickly becoming friends and I highly respected him for his work ethic and ability to stay calm when plans were quickly changing. Finding people who can handle multiple tasks at a time, stay calm, and juggle responsibilities while keeping a smile on their face is a challenge ~ and Pat does it naturally.

Eventually Pat and Tracy met, and it has been a joy to watch them grow as a couple. Being asked to photograph and be a part of their wedding was a moment of pure joy. They are some of our best friends and have had big moments in our lives ~ and we know that will continue in the future.

Both Pat and Tracy are focused individuals on creating the environment that they want for themselves and those around them. When facing challenges ~ longer work schedules, social or family commitments ~ they work together as a team to balance the workload and responsibilities. While they might not agree on basketball teams, they definitely agree on their family and putting that as the main priority.

Over the years I have had the privilege of watching them interact and spend time with family members who always love to see Uncle Pat and Aunt Tracy come to town. The fun aunt and uncle who can always make them laugh and share their experiences in the world ~ sometimes this involves special seats at an NBA game, or carving out time on a family vacation to show them how much they are loved.

To say that Tracy and Pat are ready would be an understatement. Both of them are natural planners, and their jobs of organizing chaos ~ in the film industry for Pat and as a teacher for Tracy ~ make them beyond ready for this adventure and all of its challenges.

With love,

Kyle

I met Pat through my husband Kyle, and from the very first moment it was clear that he was someone special. Tracy and I came into each other's lives around the same time, and what started as a friendship built around shared experiences quickly became something much deeper ~ the kind of bond that doesn't require proximity to stay strong.

I had the privilege of being a second photographer at Pat and Tracy's wedding, and watching them together that day told me everything I needed to know. Their venue was hit by a hurricane the day before ~ and they handled it with the kind of calm and grace that most people only dream of. In a moment that could have easily unraveled, they moved through it with gratitude and an ease that comes from two people who are completely sure of each other. That is just who they are ~ calm, present, and genuinely joyful no matter what the weather throws at them.

Over the years, no matter the distance between us, Pat and Tracy have always shown up. They check in, they remember the details, they make you feel like you matter. That kind of consistency and compassion is rare, and it is exactly the quality that will make them remarkable parents.

Watching Kyle write his letter for them, and being trusted to help build this very website, has only deepened my appreciation for how loved and how ready they are. A child who gets to grow up in their world ~ full of warmth, laughter, and people who show up ~ will be incredibly lucky.

With so much love and zero hesitation,

Tabi