By Adina Aureliana
My name is Adina Aureliana and I am 33-years-old. Although I am not married, I have always focused on building my professional career. I am a hardworking, ambitious woman with a clear vision of my goals. I did not speak any English when I moved from Europe to the United States when I was 14. Within a year, I learned English and Spanish, becoming fluent in both languages.
Growing up in Europe, my grandparents raised me and instilled strong values of integrity, focus and perseverance. They taught me to maintain a clear vision, respect others and work hard to achieve my goals. Most importantly, they raised me with a deep understanding of God and His guidance in our lives. My childhood was beautiful and full of fond memories, eating healthy homemade meals, learning to cook, clean, live independently and share with others. Education was always a priority, encouraged by my grandmother, who managed a post office division in the entire city. My grandfather was a general contractor who built whole cities, bought and sold cars and raised animals on a very large farm.
My grandparents have always worked in the garden, growing everything organically and my grandmother is still doing it at the age of 76. My grandfather had a deep love for horses and I was always around them growing up. I can honestly say that horses bring me a sense of peace and one day, I hope to own several on my own farm here in the U.S. I would love to be able to help those in need, just as my grandparents taught me and serve as an example to my community just like them.
A new life in the U.S.
Though my childhood was filled with love and laughter, especially with my 12 cousins around me, moving to the U.S. was challenging. I had to adapt to a new culture with only my immediate family and two brothers by my side. My parents were strong role models for me, although we didn’t have much time together. My father is a general contractor who plays the violin professionally and serves God. My mom, a true hero, and my dad worked tirelessly to provide a better life for my brothers and me. Both of my parents are very young, especially my mom and we’re often mistaken for sisters.
For the first several years, we lived in California, but after discovering my career path, I moved to Washington. I prefer Washington because it has a lot of greenery, experiences all four seasons and has a landscape that reminds me more of Europe despite the heavy rainfall. My entire family moved here after a couple of years, except for my brother, Ady.
I pursued a degree in higher education to become a nurse and worked in healthcare for several years. After that, I opened an adult family home specializing in Alzheimer’s and dementia care. During this journey, I discovered my entrepreneurial spirit and also took a second job as an apartment manager.
I quickly discovered my passion for business and decided to explore the construction industry. After realizing how challenging it was to find reliable service providers, I closed my home care business and started my own construction company. I concentrated on providing thorough services to prepare apartments for new tenants, handling everything from moving-out to ensuring the space is move-in ready.
My business thrived, enabling me to purchase a home and save enough money to become a franchise owner of ServiceMaster Restore. I found great satisfaction in helping people restore their homes after damage from water, fire and mold. Recognizing the growing need for general contractors in this field, I earned my contractor’s license and expanded my services to full-scale restoration. The sense of fulfillment I experience from helping my clients is indescribable and I can’t imagine doing anything else.
I love spending time in nature relaxing. Whether it’s hiking in the mountains, enjoying the snow or soaking up the sun at the beach in the summer, I find great joy in these activities. I have traveled extensively across the U.S., Mexico and Europe, visiting many different countries. However, my favorite place is Laguna Beach, California and I hope to purchase a vacation home there one day. Fashion is a huge passion of mine and I’m skilled at crafting and doing DIY projects. I also have a strong love for home design, which I approach with a lot of care and creativity. My clients often say I’m almost too good to be true!
I’m someone who can be one of two ways: either I’m at my worst, doing nothing or I’m all dressed up and feeling like a million bucks. I value quality over quantity and am very conscious of my finances. I enjoy sharing with those in need, but my family is always my top priority, right after God. In Europe, we have a strong understanding of our culture and I take my responsibilities toward my family very seriously. This commitment comes not from obligation but from deep love.
I love flowers and make it a point to buy fresh ones every few days. I’m also very mindful of my health and make an effort to eat nutritious foods while paying attention to my weight and overall well-being. I respect all individuals, regardless of their race, color, or size and I believe it is wrong to judge others. I live by the saying; Only God can judge.
All about family
My two brothers are very different from each other. My oldest brother, Ady, is married to his beautiful wife, Lola, and they have three wonderful boys that I adore. I consider Lola a sister since I never had one. My brother James is passionate about going to the gym, traveling, fashion and seeking new experiences. He often assists me with my business and frequently expresses his desire to be like me when he grows up, even though there is an 11-year age difference between us. Ady and I are only a year apart.
I’m a very happy person who enjoys meeting new people and striking up conversations with anyone I cross paths with. I’m open, honest and sometimes quick to get frustrated, but I also let things go just as easily. My favorite food is cabbage rolls made by my mom (no one cooks better than her!) or my grandmother, who I affectionately call “Buni.”
Unfortunately, my grandfather passed away about 10 years ago, but he has lived on in my heart ever since. Everything I do reminds me of the example he set for me growing up—not through words, but through his actions. My grandmother still lives in Europe with my Uncle Gheorghe on the farm my grandfather cultivated with his own hands. I try to visit them every few years, though my busy life makes it hard. I miss them every day and wish we were closer so I could visit more often and relive the old memories.
I’ve been dating a wonderful person, Cornelius, for the past two years. He’s kind, loving and incredibly respectful. We’re very much alike—both hardworking, devoted to God and committed to our families. Though we live in different states, we have a healthy and fulfilling relationship and I’m truly happy about it. He supports me in everything I do and offers advice when he feels I should make a different decision to avoid disappointment. He’s the person I can lean on, cry on his shoulder if I need to and he never judges me.
I am committed to pursuing my passions and hope to marry in the future. I want to help as many families as possible in Bonney Lake and the surrounding areas restore their homes. I am also looking forward to visiting Europe soon because I miss my Buni and I’m excited to see what God has in store for me next.
Contact information
ServiceMaster Restore
3025 142nd Ave., Building A, Suite 105, Sumner
Phone: 425-589 2041
Website: www.servicemasterrestore.com/servicemaster-restoration-by-ciocea