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Advent Week 4: Transform Love. Transform Life!
The fourth candle of Advent—Love—reminds us why Christmas exists. God’s love is not distant or abstract. It is personal, sacrificial, and deeply present. It enters real-life situations, real families, and real transitions—even ones like the empty nest.
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Connect
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- Oct 11, 2024 Empty Nest Film Fiascos: Roll Tape... Oct 11, 2024
- Oct 18, 2024 Empty Nesters: Indiana Covered Bridge Festival Awaits Now! Oct 18, 2024
- Jun 13, 2025 Midlife Awakening: Your Journey Starts Now Jun 13, 2025
- Sep 1, 2025 🛠 From Home Projects to Heart Work — Our Journey Together Sep 1, 2025
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Financial
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- Nov 24, 2024 Financial Planning for Empty Nesters: Navigating Life’s Transitions Nov 24, 2024
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Home
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- Jul 22, 2022 Upgrading our Flooring: Take 1 and 2 Jul 22, 2022
- Aug 8, 2022 Budget-Conscious Home Office Makeover Aug 8, 2022
- Aug 11, 2022 DIY Concrete Paver Project: Upgrade Your Outdoor Space and Boost Your Home's Curb Appeal Aug 11, 2022
- Aug 12, 2022 Easy Steps for Planting a Raised Garden Bed Aug 12, 2022
- Aug 12, 2022 Kitchen Faucet Upgrade: A DIY Project Aug 12, 2022
- Aug 30, 2022 Expanding our Outdoor Living Space: A Safe Space to Gather During the Pandemic! Aug 30, 2022
- Dec 27, 2022 Christmas Home Decor Tour 2022 Dec 27, 2022
- Jun 24, 2024 Restoring Our Dock Steps: A DIY Guide Jun 24, 2024
- Apr 26, 2025 Hot Water Woes? How We Saved 50% on a Tankless Water Heater (and What You Should Know Before You Buy) Apr 26, 2025
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Life
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- Nov 20, 2025 National Adoption Month: Why This Month Means So Much to Us as Adoptive (and Midlife) Parents Nov 20, 2025
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Milestones
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- Jan 4, 2023 Wedding Registry Benefits Jan 4, 2023
- Jan 19, 2023 The Ultimate Wedding Planning Checklist & Free E-Book! Jan 19, 2023
- Jan 27, 2023 Will you be my bridesmaid? Jan 27, 2023
- Mar 17, 2023 Mother-of-the-Bride Timeline: A Heartfelt Perspective Mar 17, 2023
- Jul 27, 2023 Bridal Shower-From Miss to Mrs: A Dreamy Celebration of Love and Friendship! Jul 27, 2023
- Oct 13, 2023 Planning a Wedding Rehearsal? Top Tips from Empty Nest Parents Oct 13, 2023
- Oct 20, 2023 Wedding Day Timeless Love Story: Through the Eyes of an Empty Nester (Part 1) Oct 20, 2023
- Oct 27, 2023 Wedding Day Timeless Love Story: Through the Eyes of an Empty Nester (Part 2) Oct 27, 2023
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Mindset & Health
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- Apr 26, 2024 Nest Empty, Cups Full: Why Annual Mammograms Are Mom's New Best Friend Apr 26, 2024
- May 31, 2024 The Power Duo: Strawberries and Yogurt May 31, 2024
- Jul 17, 2024 Reveal Your Inner Spark & Thrive Now! Jul 17, 2024
- Aug 11, 2024 Blossom Now: From Wilting to Thriving! Aug 11, 2024
- Nov 11, 2024 ➡️Midlife Moms: Debunk Pain Myths Now, Boost Resilience Nov 11, 2024
- Feb 13, 2025 Embracing the Midlife Journey: Finding Purpose and Joy in the Empty Nest Feb 13, 2025
- Jul 3, 2025 Your Midlife Remix, Mirror Pep Talks and a Spark of Independence Jul 3, 2025
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Passions
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- Nov 30, 2022 Connect - Reading for Fun! Nov 30, 2022
- Nov 18, 2023 4 Tips for Creating New and Memorable Holiday Traditions in an Empty Nest Nov 18, 2023
- Dec 17, 2023 A Magical Christmas Journey: Baking, Bonding, and Becoming Dec 17, 2023
- Apr 22, 2024 Florida - Your Perfect Work-Life Balance Destination Apr 22, 2024
- Jun 8, 2024 Discovering Hidden Gems: A Bargain Shopping Adventure and Awe-Inspiring Navy Blue Angels Aerial Show Jun 8, 2024
- Mar 27, 2025 Transform Your Midlife: Live Every Day Like a Vacation Mar 27, 2025
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Purpose
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- Sep 14, 2022 Connection Inspiration Sep 14, 2022
- Dec 24, 2022 Christmas Reflections Dec 24, 2022
- Jan 1, 2024 Discover Your One Word: Unlock the Power of a New Year's Resolution That Lasts! Jan 1, 2024
- Jan 6, 2024 Purposeful Empty Nester Christian Affirmation Scripture Series Jan 6, 2024
- Jun 15, 2024 Embracing the Empty Nest: Rediscovering Purpose, Passion, and Connection Through Life's Challenges Jun 15, 2024
- Aug 17, 2024 Discover the Purposeful Empty Nest Journey! (Coming Soon) Aug 17, 2024
- Aug 27, 2024 Midlife Mom: Faith, Perseverance and Legacy Aug 27, 2024
- Dec 3, 2024 Rediscovering the Heart of Advent: A Faithful Path to Connection and Purpose Dec 3, 2024
- Dec 31, 2024 Discover Your Guiding Word for 2025: Join the Life-Changing One Word Workshop Dec 31, 2024
- Jan 31, 2025 Don't Miss God's Promises in Life's Changes as an Empty Nester! Jan 31, 2025
- Feb 28, 2025 How God Uses Your Prayers to Move Heaven and Earth Feb 28, 2025
- May 4, 2025 From Empty Nest to Overflowing Purpose: How Midlife Transformation Can Change the World May 4, 2025
- May 8, 2025 Every Kind of Mother: A Heartfelt Tribute for Mother’s Day May 8, 2025
- May 20, 2025 Compassion Isn’t Convenient - It’s Christlike May 20, 2025
- May 29, 2025 “Hands-On” Love: When Jesus Wears a Disguise May 29, 2025
- Jun 5, 2025 Connection: Why Serving Should Be a Two-Way Street Jun 5, 2025
- Jun 13, 2025 Midlife Awakening: Your Journey Starts Now Jun 13, 2025
- Jun 15, 2025 A Lifestyle of Service: When Love Looks Like Showing Up Jun 15, 2025
- Jun 26, 2025 Empty Nest? It’s Time to Rediscover Your God-Given Purpose Jun 26, 2025
- Jul 7, 2025 Return to Shalom: Where Compassion Meets Action Jul 7, 2025
- Jul 10, 2025 How God Feels About Money: It’s All About the Heart Jul 10, 2025
- Jul 17, 2025 Owner vs. Manager: Living With Open Hands Jul 17, 2025
- Jul 24, 2025 A Generous Partnership: Joining God in His Work Jul 24, 2025
- Jul 31, 2025 Freedom From Debt: Living Within God’s Design Jul 31, 2025
- Aug 7, 2025 The 1% Challenge: A Small Step Toward a Bigger Life Aug 7, 2025
- Aug 14, 2025 Psalm 24 – When Ownership Meets Eternity: A Wake-Up Call at 2 A.M. Aug 14, 2025
- Aug 21, 2025 Sharing God’s Story: A Perfect Beginning, A Powerful Redemption Aug 21, 2025
- Aug 28, 2025 Sharing Redemption: How Jesus Restores What’s Lost Aug 28, 2025
- Sep 4, 2025 Sharing: Why and How Should I Tell Others? Sep 4, 2025
- Sep 11, 2025 Speaking Up: How Sharing Your Story Can Change a Life Sep 11, 2025
- Sep 18, 2025 Sharing: The Power of the Middle Chapter Sep 18, 2025
- Sep 25, 2025 Is The Church Important? Belonging vs Attending Sep 25, 2025
- Oct 2, 2025 Is the Church Important? What is Worship? Oct 2, 2025
- Oct 9, 2025 Is The Church Important? Ceremonies: Anchors of Faith and Love Oct 9, 2025
- Oct 16, 2025 Is the Church Important? Small Groups Say Yes Oct 16, 2025
- Oct 23, 2025 Are Church Small Groups Important? The Research Says Yes Oct 23, 2025
- Oct 30, 2025 Exodus 1: God’s Promises Endure Oct 30, 2025
- Nov 6, 2025 Exodus 2: God Raises A Deliverer Nov 6, 2025
- Nov 13, 2025 Exodus 3:1-12 The God Who Calls Nov 13, 2025
- Nov 20, 2025 Exodus 3:11-22 It’s Not About You Nov 20, 2025
- Nov 27, 2025 Exodus 4-6 Learning To Trust The God Who Sends Nov 27, 2025
- Nov 30, 2025 Advent Week 1: Hope When The House Feels Quiet Nov 30, 2025
- Dec 4, 2025 Exodus 7-12: When God Confronts What We Won’t Let Go Dec 4, 2025
- Dec 7, 2025 Advent Week 2: Peace In The Changing Season Dec 7, 2025
- Dec 11, 2025 Exodus 13:1-16: Set Apart For God Dec 11, 2025
- Dec 14, 2025 Advent Week 3: Finding Joy Beyond The Familiar Dec 14, 2025
- Dec 18, 2025 Exodus 13:17-22: Road Takes A Detour? Trust God’s GPS! Dec 18, 2025
- Dec 21, 2025 Advent Week 4: Transform Love. Transform Life! Dec 21, 2025
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Relationships
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- Oct 19, 2022 Entering a New Season of Life: The Empty-Nest Years Oct 19, 2022
- Nov 2, 2022 Grandparenting 101 Nov 2, 2022
- Nov 18, 2023 Transforming Pain into Healing: A Journey for Parents of Estranged Adult Children Nov 18, 2023
- Nov 15, 2024 Rediscovering “Us” in the Empty Nest Nov 15, 2024
