Coping with an Empty Nest

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Children have the ability to crawl into all the spaces in our hearts and life. We often wonder what we were doing with our time before they were born! Our life revolves around their school, after school activities, health and emotions. Even our holidays are centered on their interests and needs. So when it is time to send them away to college overseas or another town for further education, or even marriage, it can be heart wrenching.

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anonymoussunshine

Really nice article and great coping strategies, especially the point on reconnecting with your spouse! -Hima