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Empty Nesters Shortlived

Photo of my babies taken Christmas a year ago--My Hubby and I became empty nesters for the first time in March when our youngest, an 18-year-old daughter moved out.  She turned 19 in May.  She lived on her own for all of 10 months and is moving back home.  Our son moved back in September.  He's been on his own for quite a while.  So, we are busy totally redoing our modest 14 x 70 mobile home to accommodate all four of us.  So just about the time Hubby and I were learning there are actually perks to being empty nesters, we are a family of four living under the same roof again.  I had a hard time with my youngest leaving.  I am happy she is coming home.  It will be nice to be a family of four again even though I know it is only temporary.  My family is EVERYTHING to me.  So...our adventures continue...

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betty said…
LOL, Susan, I had to laugh. Our 22 y/o just moved back in this past Monday after being gone for a year; it is a good thing but I was just getting used to being empty nesters myself. Like you, I know it will be temporary but I'll enjoy it while it lasts!

betty
January 25, 2012 at 9:48 AM
Amy said…
That's so exciting! I'm so happy for you!!
January 25, 2012 at 11:01 AM
Unknown said…
Families that are still close these days is so rare, my sweet friend. I'm so glad you have your children home with you, if only for a little while. Glad to see you're posting again. You take care. Have an awesome day. Love you much.
January 25, 2012 at 4:09 PM
mtrib2 said…
I enjoyed all the photos on your page. Thanks for viewing my blog even though I am not making any new entries. I am doing slow tedious work inside that does not show much. Putting up fiberglass insulation and last summer my floor for what will be the bathroom. It was so hot inside that little got finished. My electrician will be here in the morning to start work on the new electrical. I hope your family is staying healthy and things are going well for all of you. Mark/salty
January 30, 2012 at 5:49 PM
Missie said…
I don't think my kids are ever going to move out. They will be living at home for the rest of my life! LOL
January 30, 2012 at 10:39 PM
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