Spacious Living—The Adventures of an Empty Nester

1 Oct

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Welcome to #write31days in October. As the seasons are changing and fall ushers in cool weather and beautiful leaves, I am going to write about the new adventures I am finding in this “empty nest” season of my life.

I loved my time raising our four children and when I suddenly found myself with empty bedrooms and way too much time on my hands, I did not dance for joy. I cried. I felt the loss deeply.

Three years have passed since the last child left home and I’m not feeling the emptiness as much—instead, spaciousness would best describe my season. I’m finding adventures beyond my wildest imagination.

So, join me as I share some of the fun, fulfillment and new focus I’ve found in my new season of life.

Day #1 Introduction

Day #2 From Empty to Spacious

Day #3 Some Dance, Some Weep

Day #4 Taking Stock

Day #5 Anecdote for the Blues

Day #6 Tutoring

Day #7 What’s a Docent?

Day #8 No More Sorrow, No More Tears

Day #9 My Husband, a Stranger

Day #10 Moving to the Desert

Day #11 Desert Garden

Day #12 Desert Skies

Day #13 Surprise Discovery

Day #14 What Makes a Good Painting?

Day #15 What Can You Do with Art?

Day #16

Day #17 Grandchildren

Day #18 Long Distance Grandparenting

Day #19 Impossible Challenge

Day #20 Getting Fit

Day #21 Traveling Light

Day #22 What is a Hostel?

Day #23 Travel Fears

Day #24 Loos, Toilets and Bidets, Oh My!

Day #25 Traveling by Eurail

Day #26 Standing Where Martyrs Stood

Day #27

Day #28 How Old is Old?

Day #29 Limits

Day #30 Art Exhibit

Day #31 More Adventures Ahead

 

  • Beverly Dillow

    Rhodema! I’m so excited about your series. I can’t wait to read about all of your adventures!