Explanation of title

Recently while talking with a friend, she shared that she was wondering what to do with an empty nest.  I had to admit that I was  looking forward to it.  (Sorry Sarah and Mike.)  Since Mike has been driving for a year, it has been REALLY nice not to have to go through the car lines, schedule pick-ups/drop-offs, etc.  I guess you could say that, for me anyway, the grunt work of parenthood is mostly over.   Don't mis-understand me, I loved having younger children with their open minds and innocence.  Toothless smiles and snotty kisses are priceless!   I have been truly blessed by both my children, but this fall was enjoyable in that Marlin and I were able to arrive at band competitions when we wanted, after stopping for picnics, and eat where we wanted to (without having to find out if chicken nuggets were on the menu!)  In the mean time, if I get lonely for all the activity of preschoolers, I can volunteer at church or baby-sit.  Enjoyable, but with a definite time limit!  LOVE IT!!

My nest (full at Christmas)