Awesome Empty nest Album and Music Offers

You're done . . . but you're not finished! And one more thing. You're not alone. Feeling unsure? Scared? Expectant? Maybe even giddy? Is your nest empty--except for a bundle of mixed emotions? As you grieve what's behind and daydream about possibilities, you'll feel young again, ready for new challenges and adventures Yet you may not know what to pursue or how to discover what's next. Many women in this season of life wonder: Who am I now? And what should I do? How will my marriage be affected? Does anyone need me? How do I relate to my children? Is it okay to feel sad? Or thrilled? What's next?

Barbara and Susan can be the friends you need to walk you through these new experiences. They'll guide you to answers, and together you'll discover a new purpose and passion for your next life adventure..
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Lovesick sheep, rumors of war, storms at sea, whisky galore - a midlife escape from an 'empty nest' in America to start afresh in the wilds of Scotland

When their children grow up and leave home, authors Jack and Barbara Maloney sell their house in a midwest suburb and run off to the Highlands. Following a one-lane track called ''The Wee Mad Road,'' they discover an isolated remnant of traditional Gaelic culture, peopled by characters as unique and memorable as the surrounding mountains.

The Maloneys settle into an old stone cottage and spend two years in repeated collisions with quaint Highland ways. Entries from Barbara's diary detail the realities of village life, while Jack recounts tales of poachers, crofters and lairds in one of mainland Britain's most scenic and isolated corners.

The Wee Mad Road is a warm and witty account of two years in the Highlands, with illustrations of everyday life in the wildest reaches of the United Kingdom. It's a 'how to' book for anyone who dreams of escaping the doldrums of suburban midlife and starting over..
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For every woman on the verge of becoming an empty nester, a wry, insightful chronicle of rediscovering oneself at midlife.

In her critically acclaimed first book, Still Life with Chickens, Catherine Goldhammer wrote of the six baby chicks that helped to pull her and her daughter forward, out of one life and into another--leaving the chaos of divorce far behind. Since then, the two have grown into their quirky life together in their rustic New England cottage by the sea, a life that Catherine has come to love.

Now, in this wise and lyrical narrative, Catherine finds herself at a new crossroads: her daughter, brilliant and sophisticated and sixteen, is growing more independent by the day, and Catherine must face the reality that she will soon leave home for good. Like so many mothers, she is at first unprepared. Yet, as unexpected friends and ex-lovers, adventures and opportunities emerge, it becomes clear that Catherine’s life will not end with her daughter’s departure, but begin anew.

With wit, charm, and rare honesty, Winging It chronicles Catherine’s journey of self-discovery through one of life’s most universal transitions—and reveals the infinite possibilities for a daring single woman at midlife. It is sure to speak to the thousands who, every year, hesitantly send their children off into the world and, with both fear and glee, wonder what’s next?.
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A heartwarming, wry, and often surprising collection of essays about the next rite of passage for Baby Boomers: what happens when the kids leave home

As the baby boom generation ages -- the oldest are now turning sixty -- many of them are learning to deal with a whole new way of life, after the last child has finally moved out and they are, once again, alone. It’s the same milestone their own parents faced, but as with so many other markers, this generation approaches it in a whole new way.

In this fascinating collection, journalist Karen Stabiner has assembled essays from thirty-one writers about their own experience with the empty nest. Parents whose children left home last week join those with grandchildren to explore how life changes once the offspring leave (unless, of course, they move back in again later). They represent the full range of experience -- from traditional nuclear families to single parents to gay parents to grandparents -- with humor, grace, and poignancy..
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Finally! The long awaited "directions" that women have yearned for and needed in order to cope with, transition through, and ultimately make the most of life's many challenges, crises, and changes This 260-page hands-on, "how-to" book is designed for women of all ages and stages, and provides a winning combination of practical advice, spiritual wisdom, proven suggestions, and compelling examples of women's trials and triumphs. Betty Hill Crowson, holistic life coach, retreat director, and motivational speaker, introduces the reader to her Eight Solutions of practicing self-acceptance, becoming balanced, growing spiritually, learning to let go, choosing to heal, being willing to stop, look, listen, and learn, taking right action, and living consciously. Together, these Solutions address a woman's immediate concerns during a critical or transitional period, deepen her self-awareness, increase her spiritual well-being, and promote her capacity for joy. For every woman who says, "Don't just tell me to let go, or to heal, or to change -- show me how!," The Joy is the Journey: A Woman's Guide Through Crisis and Change is the answer..
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Thirty million mothers between 40 and 60 years old are about to face childless households for the first time in decades For some women, it is a lonely and confusing time; but for the vast majority, it's a journey of joy and discovery. Through intensive and wide-ranging original research, author Carin Rubenstein reveals how and why some mothers thrive and others do not. She breaks the post-motherhood launch down into three stages--grief, relief, and joy. If a woman makes it through to the final stage, friendships blossom, work thrives, and she develops a renewed sense of confidence and well-being. While in many instances, increased time together hastens the end of a struggling marriage, most women discover their relationships improve when children leave. BEYOND THE MOMMY YEARS offers fascinating research, helpful advice, and amusing anecdotes to the millions facing this uncertain but potentially enriching stage of life.

"An encouraging counterarguement to the idea that an empty nest leads to an empty life."--Library Journal

"Carin Rubenstein, PhD., nails it: Any woman worried about her post-car pool life should read this book."--Sally Koslow, mother of two sons in their twenties, and author of Little Pink Slips

"Beyond the Mommy Years bridges the knowledge void felt by so many moms after their children leave for college...A thoughtful discussion of the positive changes that lie ahead for mothers after our children are launched. While parenting never ends, this book provides moms with the tools to live a rich and full life."--Linda Perlman Gordon & Susan Morris Shaffer, co-authors of Mom, Can I Move Back in with You?

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The Perfect Graduation Gift-for Parents!

What's a parent to do when the kids leave home? Mixing humor with practical advice, Lauren Schaffer and Sandy Fleischl Wasserman's 133 Ways to Avoid Going Cuckoo When the Kids Fly the Nest is a good friend to laugh with, a shoulder to cry on, and a manual of sound advice to help those in need keep their sense of humor while riding the emotional roller coaster of Empty Nest Syndrome. Their essential, indispensable tips and strategies encompass everything from the painful first days to return visits to expressing your new empty-nester self, including:

* Why you shouldn't immediately convert your kid's room into a
studio, bordello, or workshop
* The right movies for a good laugh or cry
* How to keep the lines of communication open (use good old-
fashioned guilt to keep the phone calls coming)
* How to stuff a wild care package
* Return visit diplomacy (do not take personally her overwhelming desire to reconnect with friends instead of cozying up to you for a long pajama-clad chat)
* How to fight maudlin memories (go to Toys "R" Us between Thanksgiving and Christmas and eavesdrop on some tantrums).
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An ideal gift for women whose children are graduating from high school, When You’re Facing the Empty Nest lets readers know they aren’t alone in their feelings of loss. It offers a sense of hope for the future and practical suggestions for parenting their young adult children. Froehlich helps women discover the new things God has in store for them as they enter this phase of life. The book also includes discussion questions for use in small groups..
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The drive home was filled with silence and emotion Emily and Dan had just taken their youngest child to college Both of them were replaying years of images in their minds. "What's next?" They would glance at each other with a knowing smile, but inside they were afraid, excited but afraid. They knew this was an opportunity to rebuild their relationship, but how? Like Emily and Dan, empty-nest couples in record numbers are asking themselves: What can we talk about now that we've lost the emotional focus of our life? How can we revitalize our marriage? With the kids gone, what is my new identity? Where do we go from here? Fighting forYour Empty Nest-Marriage offers clear-cut instructions for dealing with one of the most difficult periods in any marriage?the transition period when the children leave home. Based on the Prevention and Relationship Enhancement Program (PREP) and the results of a national survey of long-term married couples, this warm and helpful guide is brimming with practical suggestions and wisdom for learning to let go of the kids and preserving the sense of commitment, love, partnership, sensuality, and fun within a marriage. As practical as it is informative, Fighting forYour Empty Nest-Marriage starts off with a helpful quiz that can identify key patterns and pinpoint the problem areas within a marriage. Armed with the results, you can use this down-to-earth book to learn how to: Put romance and sensuality back into your relationship Slow down and get life in perspective Look at the positives in your relationship Have fun together as a couple Balance your life as a couple between your kids and your aging parents At the end of each chapter, the book includes helpful exercises for avoiding marital burnout and rekindling a loving and long-lasting partnership. Fighting for Your Empty Nest-Marriage offers fundamental information and teaches vital skills needed to regroup, refocus, and refresh a marriage after the children leave home. Learn the skills you need to fight for the future of your empty-nest marriage The cofounders of Marriage Alive International and the developers of the acclaimed Prevention and Relationship Enhancement Program (PREP) have joined together to create this much-needed guidebook to help empty-nest couples prepare for the next stage in their relationship. This enlightening book helps empty-nest couples focus on positive change within their relationships and offers solid advice for learning the skills needed to have a more fulfilling and intimate relationship than was possible during the hectic parenting years. "Bravo! This book is brimming with practical suggestions and good advice for couples who want to make the second half of their marriage the best half. " David Blankenhorn, president, Institute for American Values; author, Fatherless America "This book is the step-by-step, can't miss, user-friendly guide to having it all-to sharing the happiest time of any marriage with the love of your life. It should be required reading for all those about to embark on the empty-nest journey. " Diane Sollee, founder and director, Coalition for Marriage, Family and Couples Education "A team of top-notch marriage savers offers first aid for marriages facing one of life's most disorienting transitions. Their advice is practical and up-beat. It is refreshing to read a book about marriage written by people who don't just believe in marriage but actually understand how it works. " Frank Pittman, M. D. , author of Private Lies and Grow Up "There is no better team of authors for a book on empty-nest marriage-and no better book. Give it to someone whose marriage you care about-including yourself. " Bill Doherty, professor, family social science, University of Minnesota "Married people are healthier, happier, and better off financially than the single. This important book tell you how to keep your marriage itself healthier and happier after kids are gown, with exercises, checklists, and tips for managing conflict. A great 'off to college' present for parents. " Linda Waite, professor of sociology, University of Chicago; coauthor of The Case for Marriage.
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