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Airplanes, Empt Nest, Parent, Thanksgiving, Travel with Children2 Comments

Just say “NO” to airport self-serve yogurt machines!

November 24, 2017 Ieva Melbardis

It is Thanksgiving morning and I am sitting half comatose at the kitchen counter waiting for the coffee maker to create its magic. My drug of choice is caffeine and I wait impatiently for last steamy gurgle that signifies the … Continue reading Just say “NO” to airport self-serve yogurt machines!

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Never let your kids name the lobsters.

November 11, 2017 Ieva Melbardis

My hubby and I live in northern California. One son attends college in Chicago and another in Maryland. This is our first year living at home without them and I write this blog about empty nesting because I find it … Continue reading Never let your kids name the lobsters.

Empt Nest, Halloween, Parent3 Comments

Grrrr…..My Grumpy Halloween Spirit

October 26, 2017 Ieva Melbardis

“Bah Humbug!” It’s the wrong time of year for that saying but I can’t help but feel grouchy and listless about the upcoming Halloween. I don’t have any kids at home so why bother? I briefly look over my boxes … Continue reading Grrrr…..My Grumpy Halloween Spirit

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Oh Baby, Let’s Get It On…

October 21, 2017 Ieva Melbardis

  When the cats are away do the mice really play? One of the benefits of empty nest living is the actual empty nest. No kids or friends of kids hanging out. In my case it’s just me and my … Continue reading Oh Baby, Let’s Get It On…

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The End of “Up-Close” Parenting and Why It Feels Like Finishing off the Best Dessert

October 16, 2017October 16, 2017 Ieva Melbardis

This is the excerpt for your very first post. Continue reading The End of “Up-Close” Parenting and Why It Feels Like Finishing off the Best Dessert

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