We knew it would happen one day - and it has. Except for our emergency backup son Obie-the-red-dog, the nest is empty. And it isn't so bad. Sharon's view is that dropping Alex off in Baltimore (maybe ten blocks from his Aunt Jennifer's house) was way easier than dropping Chris off in midtown Atlanta a couple of years ago.
There are good things and bad, and I do miss them. Especially on Friday mornings when the trash needs to go to the end of the driveway. Or when the dishwasher needs to be emptied. But the house remains tidy for days on end. And a smallish container of chocolate chip cookies has lasted a good long time. There are still some adjustments to be made, such as deciding on full or half gallons of milk - but we'll work through them as they come.
Sharon has decided to go back to school for a certificate in computer graphics - taking three "real" classes plus a "continuing education" class. So, she is not only VERY excited, but very busy - which is a good thing.
And me... any time that I'm not "Voxcom-ing" can be spent yanking dead trees out of the woods or puttering in the garage. I've set some goals along these lines that include heavy use of Craigslist for lightening the load.
Several weeks ago, our friends Jeff & Tammy offered this sage advice on the subject. "The best part... clothing optional. Enjoy it". So, when you visit Gracerock, be sure to toot the horn at the end of the driveway. Just better for everyone involved.
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