Matthew from Texas

Matthew is a sweet, intelligent, and outgoing child who enjoys building positive connections with others. He has a strong interest in first responders and aspires to work in law enforcement or emergency services one day because he values helping and protecting others. Matthew enjoys spending time with peers and likes playing with Legos, baseball, and video games. His favorite baseball team is the Houston Astros. Matthew also has a love for learning and school, and he enjoys picking up new skills whenever possible. He appreciates music from around the world, particularly a cappella and quartet-style Renaissance arrangements. Matthew describes himself as "nice, smart, and funny" and is grateful for even the smallest things. In his free time, Matthew enjoys outdoor activities such as riding his bike, going for walks, and playing on playgrounds. He previously participated in Cub Scouts, an experience he found very rewarding. He has also shown interest in gardening and enjoys helping plant and maintain a vegetable garden. Matthew loves spending time in nature and interacting with animals.

Matthew's forever family will provide structure, consistency, and caring communication. He would thrive as the youngest or only child in a home that enjoys physical activities and supports his interests. Maintaining contact with his biological family, including his sister and cousins, is important to him.