O.K. so it’s March and my “kids-are-gone-blues” have all but lifted from my heart. I can honestly say that I am getting the “zip” or spring back into my step. It’s not a full-blown, I am so happy zip-a-dee-doo-dah feeling, … Continue reading Every little thing, gonna be alright…
What’s better than flying to see your son at his college town after not seeing him for such a long, long, long, long time? Nothing! What’s better than the sound of “thumpety-thump-thumps” as you wheel your carry-on bag filled with … Continue reading Welcome to Chicago- My Son’s Kind of Town…
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!
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.
“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
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…
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
Peppermint Scoop 