We are Mike, Chandra, & Ivan!

We have been married since 2015 and live on our family farm in rural Southeast North Dakota. Mike manages the family farm where we raise corn, alfalfa, sunflowers, and soybeans. Chandra is also active on the farm but spends most of the year teaching agriculture classes at a local two-year college.

Ivan joined our family through adoption in 2025. Ivan is the absolute joy of our life, and we are so proud of who he is and can’t wait to see who he will become. He is the coolest little guy and has the most genuine smile.

Our days are spent chasing Ivan around the house, reading books, playing outside, and laughing at his crazy antics. We also enjoy spending time together, hanging out with the pets, sitting by the bonfire, relaxing at the cabin, gardening, or exploring a national park.

We absolutely love our life and have a ton of love and energy to share. We are committed to providing Ivan and any future kiddo with a life full of adventure, creativity, support, and love.

We are also committed to an open adoption and building a strong lasting relationship with the birth family.