10/20/2026
If we've never met, hi! And if we've known each other forever, well… you know what you're getting! 😂❤️
I've noticed some new faces around here lately, and with all the changes this year, I thought it might be a good time to tell you a little about myself!
Hi! I'm Jennifer! Wife to Brett, mom and bonus mom to four pretty amazing kids, Jesus lover, longtime photographer, Pilates enthusiast, and now… REALTOR! 🏡
Our kids range in age from 6 to 24, so we're literally doing ALL the stages of parenting at once! 😂 From elementary school and soccer games to college and adulting, there's never a dull moment around our house. Some days I'm packing lunches, and other days I'm wondering how on earth we have kids old enough to be adults!
My faith and family are the heart of who I am. ❤️ I love Jesus, I love my church family, and I'm so thankful for the people God has placed in my life. Our church is such a special part of our lives, and I truly treasure the friendships and community we've found there.
For years, many of you have known me through Jennifer Ruggles Photography. I've had the privilege of capturing life's biggest milestones, building friendships, and getting to know some pretty incredible families along the way.
But this year, I decided to shake things up a little!
I've always wanted to try my hand at real estate, so I finally thought… why not?! And here I am! 🏡🥳
I've joined Dustin Lynam at Heritage 1st Realty, and what an adventure it's already been! I'm learning something new every day, meeting wonderful people, and loving the opportunity to help people find a place to call home.
And while my career looks a little different these days, one thing hasn't changed. My favorite part has always been the people! The relationships, the conversations, the friendships, and getting to be part of someone's story.
A few fun things about me…
❤️ Family is everything! Although between four kids and everyone's schedules, I think we need a personal assistant!
⛪ My faith is a huge part of my life, and I love being involved in our church and serving alongside some pretty wonderful people.
💪 I've become a Pilates girl! Who knew I'd love something that makes muscles I didn't even know existed hurt?! 😂
🍂 Fall is my absolute favorite! Cooler weather, weekends at the soccer fields, and all the fun that comes with it!
📸 Photography will always have a special place in my heart. It's given me friendships and memories I'll treasure forever.
This year has been full of changes, learning curves, exciting firsts, and a few moments of wondering what in the world I got myself into! 😂 But I'm so glad I took the leap.
I truly believe God opens doors in different seasons of our lives, and sometimes we just have to be brave enough to walk through them. ❤️
Whether you've known me forever, met me through photography, know me from church, or just found your way here, I'm so glad you're here!
And if buying, selling, building, or just dreaming about a new home is in your future, I'd love to be part of that journey!
Jennifer Ruggles | Dustin Lynam - Heritage 1st
📸Kim Stiffler
