The Empty Nest
Blog: Keep the Faith
I thought an empty nest meant downsizing. So, one would think that with four out of five kids graduated from college and three (soon four) already married, we would be downsizing a...
Married Life
The Later Years
Couples whose marriages last their whole lives are a gift to their families, the Church, and the world! They show that faithful, lifelong love is possible, giving hope to those around them. The elderly, who are often grandparents, have much wisdom to share, and deserve the care of their children and family members. You’ll find here book suggestions for couples in their later years, as well as advice for transitioning to an empty nest after actively raising children for many years.
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Re-connecting after a business trip? There are typically two conflicting needs. The traveling spouse might be looking forward to relaxing while the at-home spouse may be looking for reinforcements (with kids, chores, etc.). Connect first by talking, then reinforce, and finally relax together.
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