Joel & Syna

Hoping to Adopt (Utah)

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Matt Frandsen

Friend

I've known Joel and Syna for over a decade and have watched them bring Mika into their world and into a loving family. Knowing that they're ready to do it all again makes me excited for them and Mika. They have a great relationship and I don't know of a happier child than Mika. He goes nonstop and Joel and Syna are right there for all of it! As parents, Joel and Syna love to be active, uphold good morals and standards, and have created a loving home. They are good people, good friends, and excellent parents.

Matt Frandsen Endorsed Loving Parents, Honest and trustworthy, Fun and Adventurous, Hard working, positive

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Jenna Noun

Cousin

Hello! I am Syna’s cousin Jenna. I have known Joel since I was a little girl. These two have been a huge part of my life and I have always looked up to them as role models. I love how adventurous and brave they both are. They are such loving people and are amazing parents to my nephew Mika. They have always treated me with kindness growing up and I know that Mika and their future children will grow up to be amazing and kind people just like them. We have such a fun family who have so much love for one another. No one ever feels left out. Joel and Syna want nothing more than to find their missing puzzle piece to make their family whole and we would be so excited to welcome a new member into our big family.

Jenna Noun Endorsed Loving Parents, Honest and trustworthy, Fun and Adventurous, Hard working, positive

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Kim Harris

Sister in law

I have known Joel for over 18 years, and Syna for more than 14. It’s hard to express how much I love and adore them as individuals, as a couple, and as parents. They work hard and play harder! They are the best parents to little Mika. We have been to so many family events together over the years! I have watched them in their home and on vacation, and I can’t think of a more fun and genuine couple. Love, love, love them!

Kim Harris Endorsed Loving Parents, Honest and trustworthy, Fun and Adventurous, Hard working, positive

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Clark Jessop

Brother-in-law

You can't find better parents than Joel and Syna. They have been the best aunt and uncle to my kids, and now amazing parents to Mika. They are absolutely responsible, and will love your child unconditionally. As Mika has gone through all of his health challenges, I have seen their willingness to sacrifice everything for his well being. Mika is a fun, energetic boy, and will be a wonderful older brother. Your child will grow up in a loving home, and will have the life you hope for them to have.

Clark Jessop Endorsed positive, Hard working, Fun and Adventurous, Honest and trustworthy, Loving Parents

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Sothea Soumphonephakdy

Sister

I have known Syna all her life (she is my youngest sister). I can honestly say that your child will grow up in the most wonderful and loving home. Not only will their home be loving but their extended family is also just as caring and loving. I can attest to both sides. Joel's side is just as wonderful as our side. They will grow up in a fun and adventurous environment that will also give them opportunities to learn and grow. Joel and Syna are probably one of the kindest, down to earth, fun couples I know. They remind me of Chip and Joanna Gaines! Your child will also grow up in a very cultured home. We are Cambodian and are strongly connected to those Cambodian roots. Joel served his mission in Samoa and still loves and admires that culture as well. I do not have children of my own but I have seen these two around our nephews and they are wonderful with them. They are playful and loving with them. Also the young men and women in their church love to be around these two. I know that these two will make wonderful parents. I hope that you strongly consider them on your search.

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Ricky and Whitney Archibald

Friends

Joel and Syna have a great marriage and love to be together. We have been on camping trips with them and they are so fun to be around. They spend a lot of time together and complement each other really well. Joel and Syna are absolutely stable in every way to care for children. They will be such amazing parents. They are spiritual people and put church and family first. They are very reliable. We get together with Joel and Syna pretty much once a week and have been on some awesome trips together. We have been on some pretty intense canyoneering trips with them and both of them stay calm throughout the canyons and give encouragement to all involved. We have also seen them struggle with infertility and they have always remained positive. They always talk about when they have kids and they are so optimistic about the future. Both Joel and Syna have so much fun with our kids. They are so good to actually get on the floor and play games with our kids each week. They always have fun with the kids but they also know when it is time to be serious and they have had to discipline our kids as well to make sure they don’t get hurt. I have left my kids with Syna during baseball games and they always have a great time and stay safe. They will be amazing parents and the children will be lucky to have them as parents!

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Bryan and Brenda Arnell

Friends

We have known Joel and Syna Harris for more than four years now. Having met through church and now as dear friends, we have watched first hand their dedication to the Lord and their service to the youth. They give countless hours, planning and executing activities that will engage and include each child. They reach out to be sure each one feels welcomed and loved. Working with youth ages 12-18 can be stressful, but we’ve watched Joel and Syna handle the complaints and stress with grace. They are determined and won’t give up. They truly love the youth they serve and it shows. In turn, the youth love and look up to them. They’ve spent hours with our own children and have always treated them with love and respect. They spend extra time with them. They truly listen to them and treat them as though what they are saying is so important. They laugh and giggle with our younger children and mentor our older children. My children look up to them both. They would put the needs of a child first. They know how to say no, but would do so in a loving manner. They will be amazing parents! Their home is clean and welcoming. It’s also a home of service. Whether it is a neighbor with a broken fence or downed trees, or hosting a garage sale as a fundraiser for the youth of our church, they are always willing. A child in their home couldn’t help but feel completely loved and will be taught through example how to love and serve others in return. As a couple, they are a true partnership. We’ve witnessed them planning together for vacations or for ways to serve others. Each is willing to listen and compromise. They both love their extended families and encourage each other in supporting and serving their families. Having a child come to them would be absolutely wonderful! They have been looking forward to becoming parents for years. The child would be wholeheartedly loved. Their home is full of sunshine and laughter already, a child would only brighten it. He or she would be so blessed to have Joel and Syna as parents. Sincerely, Bryan and Brenda Arnell

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Lesli Dustin

friend!

Joel and Syna Harris have a close and happy marriage. They do almost everything together, including annual anniversary trips. They like the outdoors and do lots of hiking, climbing, etc. I have never heard either one say anything bad about the other. You can tell they really like being together. They are both very talented in their respective careers and work hard. Syna is very friendly and can talk comfortably with anyone. She accepts people for who they are. Joel is very loyal to his family and is easy to talk to. He makes you feel good about yourself when you're around him. Joel and Syna relate to children very well. They both volunteer with youth groups. They know all the kids' names. They speak to them respectfully and as equals. When we were contemplating a couple of days out of town, they were the first people we thought of when talking about who we'd be comfortable with staying with our kids. Overall, Joel and Syna are wonderful people. They live with integrity. They are cheerful and kind and will be amazing parents!

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