Several months ago, I heard my daughter and her third-grade friends discuss the “recess friendship monitors” at school. When I asked what that meant, they explained that each of them…
Jennifer Dyer
Jennifer Dyer has an M.S. in Communications Disorders, which served her well in her professional career as a speech-language pathologist. Never did she imagine that her education and career were God’s way of preparing her to be a mom to her own daughter with autism. Today, she enjoys reaching out to other families who face similar diagnoses. As a cancer survivor, carpet-cleaning veteran, and originator of the “Messy House Ministry,” Jennifer feels blessed to share joy, peace, and humor with others facing life’s challenges. She and her IT genius husband Brandon have been married since 1998.
Daylight Saving and Autism
I’m not certain who came up with the idea of daylight saving time, although I know they had many good reasons for it. One thing I am fairly certain about,…
Special Needs, Tooth Brushing, and Perspective
This morning I felt defeated. Sadly, that’s a common emotion for me. Even though it takes an Olympic wrestling match to get my autistic daughter into the car, getting her…
Bieber Fever
Have a fever for some Bieber in your house? Or are you wondering what I am talking about? Justin Bieber — hailed as “Super Boy” in a recent Rolling Stone…
Do You Feel Sexy?
Did you answer yes to the sexy question? If so, wonderful! I hope you share your secret with your other female friends. Chances are, though, you answered no. The majority…
Mom to the Rescue!
Once a mom, always a mom. What do you think? In my experience, there are many wonderful women who don’t hang up their aprons, even when they are off-duty. I…
Sex, Marriage, and a Secret, Sizzling Gift …
Have you ever seen one of those spilt milk puzzles? They are all white and full of tiny pieces that all look the same without some good magnifying glasses. Quite the…
Facing Rejection
How can a mom handle her own issues with grace and be an example to her children? Rejection. Harsh word, isn’t it? Even harsher is when it happens to me…
How Far Would You Go?
How far would you go to improve your marriage and family? So, how far would you go? How about selling your house to travel around the country in an RV…
I am a Failure …
I had planned to do everything correctly. I rushed to get into the car and out the door in time to get Rachel to therapy. I set the kitchen timer…