Photolisting Profile for Maura

Maura is a 14-year-old girl from Pennsylvania who is hoping to be adopted.

Maura is an attractive young lady who has brown eyes and a bright smile. She has beautiful hair, and enjoys putting her hair up in various styles. Maura is very athletic and has enjoyed running on the track team. She is also interested in playing basketball for her school this year. Like most teenagers, Maura is very sociable and enjoys spending time with her many friends. Academically, Maura is an honor roll student and receives outstanding grades. She hopes to be a microbiologist or veterinarian. Her interests include playing football with her friends, going to the movies and shopping at the mall. She especially enjoys gospel and pop music. She is very involved with her church and likes to participate in praise dance. She likes to bake pies and would like a family environment where she can cook . Maura is helpful around the house with washing dishes, dusting, vacuuming and cleaning her room. However, if given a choice with outside chores, she states, she would rather plant flowers than do yard work! Maura describes herself as easy to talk to and someone who does not get into trouble. She is a very mature and insightful young person who is able to express her feelings appropriately. Maura is very articulate and understands the kind of family she is looking for. Maura has stated she would like to be a member of an African-American family with both a mom and dad. She also likes big dogs and is OK with other children in the home, preferring a girl her same age. She favors a peaceful environment and does not like a lot of noise. Because she would like to maintain her relationship with her siblings and extended family members, Maura has stated she would like to live close to her current area. She prefers to live in the suburbs or country. Maura would be a wonderful addition to any family. She is legally free for adoption.