Thanks to Life Reimagined, who sponsored this post and provided incredible support during my project, I have actually reached my organization goal. I know — I’m as shocked as you! You may remember that I was invited to try out Life Reimagined last month, and I decided that was a good time to finally tackle the…
Thank goodness for Life Reimagined, who not only sponsored this post but has already made a difference in my life. You see, since Alex and Sara left for college years ago, I’ve come to realize that the idea of an “empty nest” is not really accurate. Yes, the kids are out of the house —…
Our nest has been empty for half a dozen years — yes, that picture, above, was taken a long time ago — but every time September approaches, I get nostalgic about back to school time. I wish I was still making trips to the store with my kids for notebooks and pens and backpacks, and…
Today is the first day of August, which means if you turn on the TV or open a newpaper, you’re likely to see ads and commercials for back to school sales. It’s my favorite time of year.
I never thought of myself as someone who defined herself by her children. Whose life was so closely intertwined with theirs that I would feel lost once they left home. But apparently I am.
