My name is Kelly Dyer. You may remember me as Kelly Cobb or Kelly Thompson.

Ben and I married on May 25th, 2007. We have known each other since 7th grade and I was his first girlfriend and kiss. We found each other online in 2006 and quickly realized that we were meant to be together.

Our daughter, Sophia Sakura Dyer, was born on January 17th, 2008. She was 6 weeks early and spent two weeks in the NICU learning how to eat. She is perfectly healthy now and is a joy. We can’t imagine life without her.

On June 26th, 2009 we welcomed Gideon Kiyoshi Dyer into the family. He decided to follow his big sister’s example and also arrived 6 weeks early. Who knows what we’re in for with these two impatient but beautiful children!

I am currently a housewife and mother. It’s been my dream for years and I enjoy it immensely. I love cooking and even enjoy cleaning to a certain point. I’m learning to be a more frugal housewife. I also post my recipes here in an effort to show people that cooking is a blast.

Since 2004 I have been diagnosed with a severe anxiety disorder and major depressive disorder. I used to self-injure and I still deal with agoraphobia. If you are dealing with any of these problems or anything similar, please take comfort that you are not alone. I hope to fight against the stigma that these mental issues still carry.

I am a Christian and my faith dictates every aspect of my life. God has done amazing things in my life.