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the mother of all storms

Lois Alter Mark13 years ago5 years ago121 mins

The biggest storm in history is hitting the East Coast, my children are in the middle of it and I’m 3000 miles away from them. This bothers me way more than it bothers them.

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Fly Away, Little Bird

Lois Alter Mark14 years ago5 years ago21 mins

I love this song. I don’t really think it has anything to do with emptying the nest but since both of my kids are heading back to college this week, and since I’m already sad happy sad happy, it makes me weepy every time I hear it — which is often since I have it…

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lois and michael on becoming empty nesters

Lois Alter Mark15 years ago5 years ago1510 mins

Lois says: When Sara was two years old, she would leave her shoes by the front door before she went to bed and, in the morning, she’d point to them and say, “Go.” Whether we were going to the park, to the grocery store or just to walk the dog, Sara was ready. There was…

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About Amber Readmond "As a former flight attendant, travel fuels my passion for life. Whether enjoying luxury cruises and resorts or embracing more adventurous travel like camping or road-tripping, I’m happiest when exploring new places, soaking in nature, and creating meaningful connections along the way."... Read More

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Lois Alter Mark of Midlife At The Oasis

About Lois Alter Mark “At this point in my life, I know what makes me happy, and I’m going for it. Midlife at the Oasis is a community of women who feel the same way, and who have the power to make things happen — for themselves and others. As someone once said — and, really, I would credit them if I could remotely remember who it was — it’s the second act that has the happy ending.”… Read More

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