Founder of MOMSWEB and United States Navy retiree, LaVender Williams, wants only to be recognized as a supporting wife and loving mother.
An Air Traffic Controller for 18 years and a Chaplain's Assistant (Religious Program Specialist) for two years, she is quick to say her role as a mother is the most rewarding and definitely the most demanding position she has ever held.
Adjusting to civilian life wasn't easy. She jumped right into the full-time motherhood role after retirement without missing a beat. "I was literally slapped in the face with the reality of Motherhood."
LaVender's husband, Kevin, plays a major part in We Snap In Silence with his 'old school' ways and ideas on marriage and the roles of wife and husband. She refers to him as her 'high maintenance' hubby and thanks him continually for agreeing to place their marriage in print.
There's another name LaVender has for Kevin, but you'll have to read the book to find out his 'aka' identity.
Kevin and LaVender have two sons referred to as Firstborn and Secondborn. 
Both boys have always been homeschooled, however, Firstborn entered public high school in August of '09.
LaVender enjoys reading, writing, and baking. Her signature cake, Perfect Peace, poured the foundation for We Snap In Silence. As you read, you'll find out how Life is Like a Cake!
While giving credit for all her endeavors to her Heavenly Father, the author is quick to say she is not a religious person. "I strive to be the church - not just in the church. Living a Christ-led, Christ-controlled life is my life and if the things I do and say seem peculiar to you, it may be because I'm called to be a peculiar believer."
This picture was taken the day of LaVender's retirement from the United States Navy. This was the her final walk (with husband and sons) from active duty to her life as it is today - a life living in perfect peace as a woman, wife, and mother.
This day was quite monumental for husband, Kevin, because just as LaVender was getting relieved from her watch, Kevin was getting relieved from his watch of being a stay at home dad for two years.
