Jennifer Andersen Smith

Jennifer Andersen Smith is a daughter, wife, mother and grandmother. She has built herself a life full of joy and love. As someone who deals with depression but works hard to stay positive, Jen has done her best, with God’s help, to stay strong in the face of the lowest lows. Through her writing, Jen shares what she has learned about how to handle those times in life when things are tough.

Jennifer and her husband Craig have a blended family of 9 children and 12 grandchildren. She loves interacting with each of them and enjoys watching them excel in achieving their individual goals. Jennifer believes that being part of a community of family and friends that celebrates people collectively and as a whole is the most important legacy. For relaxation, Jen loves to read, garden and watch her favorite baseball team, the Chicago Cubs.