Jennifer is our 17th child and #1 animal lover! Rabbits, chickens, cats, dogs, guinea pigs, and more, Jennifer has an extra-special connection to all the family pets. She loves looking after them—whether they’re technically “hers” or not—and they love her right back!

Jenni is by far the most crafty member of our family, and can regularly be found sewing outfits for her nieces, pouring soy candles to gift to family and friends, and trying out new recipes in the kitchen. She is tenderhearted, and cares deeply for those around her. She has a thoughtful, serious side, and can often be found sitting with the grownups, listening in to their conversations and interjecting with her own thoughts and ideas. Behind Jenni’s matter-of-fact persona is a sense of humor that you’d never guess was there if you’d just met her—she loves pulling a good joke or prank! Her favorite activity is the giant slip n’ slide we put down the hill in our front yard during the summer.