Photolisting Profile for Lazaro

Lazaro is a 16-year-old boy from Texas who is hoping to be adopted.

Lazaro is an energetic, outgoing boy who is easy to talk to and can a carry a conversation with anyone. He gets along well with his sister Maribel who is his best friend. Lazaro cannot see himself placed in adoption without his sister. Lazaro likes to make his sister laugh and play jokes on her. On occasion, Lazaro is known to become upset when he is unable to get certain things he feels he needs for school, to wear, or just to have. Lazaro is overcoming past issues and needs guidance and direction when his behavior is uncooperative and argumentative. He has times of sadness and needs encouragement and praise. He gets along with all the children and care providers while in foster care. Lazaro enjoys outdoor activities like camping, playing organized sports, and going on field trips. He likes to watch comedy movies, listen to hip hop music, and play video games. Lazaro is very athletic and is good at playing football and baseball. He has been a member of his school football team where he has been recognized for his performance. Lazaro is an average student in school. He gets along well with all students and teachers and especially the girls who share his class schedule. Science class is Lazaros's favorite and one he has done well in grades and projects. Lazaro would like to be a coach or science teacher some day.

Maribel and Lazaro are active and family oriented youths who enjoy sports activities and spending time outdoors. They are ambitious and take their education seriously. They are supportive towards each other and like to think about the future. They are waiting for a permanent family. Lazaro enjoys outdoor activities like camping, playing organized sports, and going on field trips. He likes to watch comedy movies, listen to hip hop music, and play video games. Maribel likes to talk on the phone, watch action movies, and listen to hip hop and country music. She also like sports and has participated in track and field events at school. This sibling group of two would benefit from a family who has adolescent childrearing experience, who likes outdoor activities, different types of sports, and be involve with Lazaro and Maribel's extracurricular activities. These siblings desire a family who can provide them with lots of love, encouragement, and fulfillment of their individual career choices and dreams.

Lazaro and Maribel want to be adopted together. An active family who likes outdoor activities, organized sports, and sport participation will do well with this brother and sister. The family will need to have experience raising or living with adolescents and the dynamics of a sibling group. A family with one or two other children in the home would be acceptable.