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Empty nester finally

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  1. Unicorn1

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    Our youngest daughter and husband were living with us until they saved enough for a house. They closed on the house three weeks ago. I can't believe I haven't had to repair anything yet.
    So quiet in our house and my wife brings me a mimosa and coffee.
     

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    We had a few of these last night so I'm making a late breakfast.
     

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  3. Eric VW

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    How many was a "few?" :whistle:
    :wacky:
     
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    Anything more than 2.
    He may not remember. :)
     
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    It definitely takes awhile to get used to the "empty nest". Fun part is when everyone comes back and there is noise and confusion for a couple of days and then everyone leaves and you look at each other and say "phew", how did we do it before?
     
  6. Unicorn1

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    I really like making breakfast and my wife appreciate's it too. :) just two drinks each.
     

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    Oh man... right now I'm not looking forward to the empty nest. I have a great relationship with my 16yr old son. We work on saws together and firewood together. The thought of him leaving isn't a positive one. My daughter turns 14 tomorrow. We have a little while yet, not hurrying anything.
     
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    Our youngest has been gone fourteen years. Eldest 21 or so years.
     
  9. Unicorn1

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    I hope we all can stay in the same state as we all grow up.
     
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    I told both all the kids to move far enough away that they won't get any surprise visits...you know...the un-announced ones-"Oh, we were in town and thought we'd stop by" type of visit? :D

    Now the closest one lives 4 hrs (worth of speeding) away; the next one is a troll-about 10 hours away and the last one on the other side of the continental divide!

    I don't think I have ever come close to getting over the empty nest.
     
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    I only have 13more years and I can't wait till the empty nest one gone 3to go I love them but somedays well any how the count down is on:makeitrain"
     
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    Even when they are gone they cost $$$$$$$$$$ believe me I know :whistle:
    empty nester's for 5 years now :dex:
     
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    Congratulations are in order. Enjoy the peace (for now!)
     
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    Nest has been empty 17 years now, it is nice.
     
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    Enjoy it!

    Our youngest just turned 52 last week. Nest has been empty for a long time and we love it.
     
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    DexterDay got me started on that stuff. Sweet!
     
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    Good stuff!!
     
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