Tonight we were out with a small group gathering. As I left, a single mother made an insightful remark.
We were going home to peace and quiet! She had kids that would be up and about. For a good part fo the evening.
There is a blessing in having an “empty nest.” I am able to come home and fall asleep watching TV. I can wake up moments later.
The kids are somewhere else in the world — and not in a corner of the house where they shouldn’t be. The house has not been ransacked. Most of the time, my time is my time.
Now, I’m not one to be selfish. I will try to do whatever I can for other people. But, let me just exhibit a bit of selfishness. I do enjoy going to bed when I want. I do enjoy having meals without many spills (other than my own). I even enjoy the freedom of a bathroom only shared with one other person.
I trust the single mother has a good night’s sleep. And I trust you do as well. I’m pretty sure I will!!