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Slow Hobbies: Finding Something That’s Just for You
For years, I was very good at having hobbies I didn’t actually choose. My weekends revolved around soccer…
Armchair Travel: 5 Books That Will Take You Somewhere New
There are times when I want to go somewhere without actually having to go anywhere. I want the…
What I Wish Someone Had Told Me About Life After the Kids Leave
There are things people tell you about the empty nest. They tell you the house will be quieter….
The Joy of Having Something to Look Forward To
I have a theory that one of the reasons life can feel a little different as we get…
I Thought That Part of My Life Was Over. I Was Wrong.
For decades, I told myself I wasn’t a dancer anymore. That chapter had ended. Or so I thought….
Building New Traditions as an Empty Nester Couple
The first weekend after the kids no longer lived at home felt…strange. There wasn’t anywhere we had to…
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Thoughtfully chosen products, purchases, and practical luxuries that have earned a place in everyday life.
