my top three:
1. an instant connection! im just that way. Im really big on the love at first sight thing. lol I loved the Long's profile and just felt it....and when I met them it sealed the deal! They are wonderfull.
2. first time parents. another thing that i really wanted. ill tell you why. i remember when I held my first child Marc in my arms after I had him and became a Mommy. It is a moment that is so special. I wanted to witness my AP's feel that too.
3. a better life growing up than i had. my life wasn't bad. but we struggled. and you should always want better for your kids. i wanted my child to feel secure and happy. and he does!!!!