Make new friends, but keep the old; Those are silver, these are gold. Joseph Parry Friendship — A Gift From God I am convinced that friendship is one of God’s greatest gifts. Friends add so much to our lives — someone to laugh with, someone to cry with, someone safe to vent our frustrations with, … More The Value of Old Friends, New Friends and the Best Friend Ever
Have you ever heard someone say something that you knew was probably true but didn’t want to acknowledge or agree with? I have. It was just a few weeks ago. Message From A Stranger Our neighborhood set out luminaries on Christmas Eve. We’ve been doing it for years. In the early years, a crew went … More How One Stranger’s Comment Had Me Pondering My Empty Nest
Is it just me or does anyone else feel like they’re barely limping across the finish line of 2022 and staggering into 2023? What a year! What an ending to a year! My last couple of posts have been about the importance of being flexible during the holidays when you are an empty nester. That … More How An Unexpected Ending To An Unexpected Year Affirmed The Importance Of Flexibility
A Wave Of Grief They say that grief comes in waves. I believe that it’s true. When you least expect it, a memory comes to mind and draws you back into the grief. The wave crashes then ebbs and all is calm again. That happened to me a couple of weeks ago. Someone posted an … More How Joy Can Balance Waves Of Grief
Snowbirds and Leaf Peepers Where I live, in central Florida, we have an annual phenomenon each winter — the arrival of snowbirds. In late fall you start to see more cars with license plates from northern states like Michigan, Indiana and New York. You can even spot a few cars from Canada. These northerners head … More Why Going Home Inspires Me With Thoughts Of The Journey To My Eternal Home
When It’s Hard To Wait How many times have you said, “I can’t wait until . . .” Perhaps, the change of a season or an upcoming holiday. Or a visit from a grown child or a friend. Or maybe a special event like a wedding. When we were kids, it seemed like forever before … More A New Grandchild: The Joy Of Anticipation Fulfilled
Change is in the air. I can sense it. I can feel it. A new season is on the way. It’s not just a new season on the calendar either. Something big is about to happen and I can’t wait. Autumn In The Mountains As I write this, we are in the very last days … More Changes Are Coming: Why I’m Excited About A New Season In My Life
Things are not always as they seem. I was reminded of that ten years ago, when my son had just graduated from college. Something happened that solidified the importance of not jumping to conclusions. The Time I Met An Unlikely Friend It was in the spring of 2012. My husband and I pulled into the … More How I Discovered Friendship In An Unlikely Circumstance
Spring Has Sprung It’s that’s time of year. The seasons are changing once again. We’re hearing about fewer snowstorms and more tornados. Signs of new life emerging from the dead of winter. (Or in Florida, the slightly cooler and browner of winter). In the past couple of months, I have made five trips and have seen … More How Seasons On The Calendar Are Like Seasons Of Life
What is one thing that helps fill the void in your empty nest life? For me, it’s friendship. Friendship is important in the empty nest life, especially as our adult children marry, begin careers and establish their own lives. Treasured friendships can help fill the void in our lives and our time when our adult … More Four Reasons Why Friendship Is Important In The Empty Nest
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