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Before the mouse took residence in Orlando, Florida, to me, it was a state filled with old people. Early-bird dinners, coconut patties, and gold squiggly pineapple necklaces are my childhood memories. Everything about Florida screamed last stop before the grave. Even after a trip to Disneyworld, I wasn’t swayed. The Magic Kingdom was like the Vatican, a separate entity stuck in the middle of the breeding grounds of senility. Spring break in Ft. Lauderdale did nothing to convince me. The strip of beach and hotels populated with girls gone wild and their drunk counterparts was another anomaly. At the time, I was visiting my ancient aunt and uncle, and they drove me down the main drag in their old-school Cadillac. It was a traumatic experience. Over the years, as my family grew, it was wonderful visiting my parents in Delray Beach. There is a funky main street with trendy bars…

I am not alone in my concern (sweating panic) about what is next in my life now that my daughter is a Freshman in College and my son a Senior in High School. I gave up my original career (earning more than sub-minimum wage) a million years ago (almost 19) when I gave birth. Mommy groups, PTA, Community Service Volunteer, Political Activist (I went to 1 march), Girl Scout Troop Leader, Team Manager, and Carpool Organizer extraordinaire are all behind me. Now What? I have no idea. However, it may be fun to document my entry into this scary new stage of my life. Maybe together my fellow almost empty nesters and I can glide smoothly (or not) through the next adventure of our lives with fun, laughs, and hopefully grace. Follow me on my journey as I navigate through these terrifying waters. So much of the future is uncertain.…