A friend called recently. Only days from having her first baby, she was nervous—understandably so. “Any last minute advice?” she asked. I could hear her heavy, tired breaths, and the…
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.
Toxic Environment
While waiting to see Rachel’s DAN (Defeat Autism Now) doctor, a book in the waiting room caught my eye. I can’t remember the exact title, but I do remember that…
Sweet Prayers
Dinnertime is hectic, but precious. Both my husband and I want to preserve that time to reconnect and build strong family ties. But it has been a struggle for many…
Three Cheers for Dad
I’d like to send accolades to all those dads out there. Why? Why not! Growing up, I am sad to admit, I had very little respect for men. It’s strange…
Fun Summer Reading?
Summer was always my favorite season because it offered me time to read. My love for books propelled me into the world of writing. As a burgeoning fiction writer, I’ve…
Time to Go Bananas
A few months before Rachel was diagnosed with autism, I was having one of THOSE evenings. My husband was late. Dinner was still a mystery. The phone was ringing. Our…
Summer Vacation Blitz
It’s started. Summer vacation season. The other night I sat with some friends and listened to their varied vacation plans. I have to admit I was jealous. Vacation is a…
Camp Communication
My big girl just went to camp. When I dropped her off, it felt like the first day of kindergarten all over again. My heart squeezed in my chest, and…
Hope in the Sunset
Like my MomBlog colleagues, I’ve been praying and grieving for the loss of baby Molly. Today I read Dennis Rainey’s touching email about his tiny granddaughter’s last day on this…
School’s Out. Now What?
Ten months ago I was a mess. My first baby was about to start kindergarten. I couldn’t fathom how she would survive all those hours away from me, and I…