Well I'm kind of an 'old' 'new' member here. Joined a few years ago with intentions of posting but somehow got away from it. Came across the site again and was looking through all the post (that takes some time!) and saw this topic so thought I would put my two cents in.
I've been an empty nesters for a long time. Have 4 kids with the youngest turning 40 this year and the oldest almost 50! Have 6 grandkids and am a widow of almost 8 years. It wasn't always easy when the kids first starting leaving the nest and admit it took a while to finally get adjusted to all of them being on their own with their own families! It's really nice now though, especially with all the grandkids. They really help keep me company not to mention busy. Since I lost my husband it has been extremely nice to have them around as much as possible. They are a real blessing. Their ages range from 6-16. They all waited until they were in their 30's to start having a family.
I do get to see all of the "parents" too, some more then others so that is nice.
I would just have to say that becoming an empty nester can be a difficult one for some but with time and adjustment you can get through it! You just have more of an 'adult' relationship with your kids, even though you may always miss those childhood years gone by.
Hang in there Moms!
