Richard and Valerie Rieben have been married for 7 years and have been blessed with five incredible children, Evan (5) adopted from Ukraine in 2007 (Arthrogryposis), biological triplets Maren, Lukas and Jacob (4) and Joshua (2) adopted from Uzbekistan in 2007 (limb different).

Shortly after returning home from Uzbekistan and Ukraine with Joshua and Evan, the Rieben’s began to feel the familiar “nudge” that their family was still not complete.  In the summer of 2008 their hearts were turned again towards Eastern Europe  and in February 2009, the Rieben’s began the process to bring their children home.  Since March, the Rieben’s have waited to receive the files of several children whom the Lord had placed upon their hearts.  After a difficult wait, they have finally received the file of one of their beautiful little girl’s and they are excited to move forward to bring her home (Maren, who is currently holding down the fort as the only girl, is especially excited for the estrogen increase!).

The Rieben’s are thrilled to be expanding their family once again through the miracle of adoption and greatly appreciate all help and support in bringing their newest children home!