Last year at this time, I was a mess. My eldest was about to start kindergarten and my youngest would start school at a new special needs program. Both schools…
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.
Discipline to the Heart
The other day I went to a friend’s house. While our young children organized a My Little Pony rodeo and practiced cow roping on their youngest siblings, my friend and…
The Power of Mom
One of my friends has this great t-shirt. It says, “I make milk. What’s your superpower?” You know why I love that? It reminds me that I’m a superhero to…
Messy House, Full Heart
After my one-and-a-half hour round trip of carpooling this morning, I returned home ready for a quiet day spent writing at the computer (dream on!). I grabbed the groceries from…
Do I Stink?
Being a mother is wonderful in so many ways. Have you ever thought about the connection it gives you to a diverse group of people? How many friends have you…
Who’s Afraid of the Big, Bad Vacuum?
Today as I pushed the vacuum into my bedroom, my dog froze in terror. In compassion I turned to the right so she could tuck tail and run the other…
Giving Thanks
Several months ago while in the midst of our bedtime routine, I kneeled beside Rachel’s bed to pray for her. I started with the usual: sleep all night long, learn…
Rethinking Hospitality
Summer is exhausting me. After a six month (and counting) bout with chronic mono and some other significant health issues, I’m not energetic. Add onto this my six-year-old fresh out…
Hard Times at Church
Three years ago one of my favorite days of the week was Sunday. As a people person, Sundays at church were fabulous. I loved catching up with friends and learning…
High-Tech Baby
After years of waiting, one of my long-time friends had her first baby today! My sister and I met her in college, and she’s since been an honorary member of…