The Empty Next may…
Ponder the age-old question: Is the nest half full or is the nest half empty (chin scratch)?
Put the pro in profanity.
Be a non-advice column for recovering people pleasers and aspiring narcissists.
Detail my “coming of middle age” and new things I’m doing–ukulele lessons and couples therapy!
Be serious. I use humor as an instrument of truth. Laughter is expected, tears are also welcome.
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