Well, Glyn and I helped our eldest son Cameron move out of home this weekend, and as our youngest is currently in Wellington, we are now empty nesters! Whilst there was no sports bag, gym shoes or car keys parked at the top of the stairs all weekend, and the grocery bill was a fraction of what it is previously, it is a little … well empty! Below is one of many articles that I found online about the “empty nest” syndrome. How to Thrive with an Empty Nest: 30 things to do after the kids leave home Hi friends! I don’t know about you, but seeing all the back-to-school supplies appearing in stores lately is making me feel reflective.  This time of year always brings back memories of dropping our youngest off at college and the tearful ride back home, knowing I was leaving behind not just our daughter but a time of life I’d loved so much.  While I’m not wild about the term empty nest, it’s a pretty good description of what our home felt like for the next several months. That was seven years ago.  And, honestly, those feelings still come up now and then–especially after our daughter and her husband come home for an extended stay and then leave again. The best advice I have for friends going through this time of life is to just let yourself feel all the feelings.  Shed your tears for the end of this chapter in life.  You need to respect and cherish your life’s seasons.  But be careful not to let yourself get stuck there.  At some … Continue reading Welcome to empty nest syndrome!