The term “Sandwich Generation” was officially added to Merriam-Webster’s Dictionary back in 2006. The Sandwich generation is a generation of people who care for their aging parents while supporting (financially and/ or emotionally) their own children. It’s me and possibly you? There are many ways to build the sandwich… Traditional: those sandwiched between aging parents who need … Continue reading Midlife – the sandwich generation
Midlife and the Empty Nest. I’m many years into both but still searching to understand this new rhythm and stride. Shouldn’t someone have written What to Expect when I’m Expecting — but don’t Know What? In my experience, the freedom is intoxicating at first. You do fun things you couldn’t fit in before. The bucket list … Continue reading It’s About Time! Musings at Midlife
1 Corinthians 12:6 “God works in different ways, but it is the same God who does the work in all of us.” I’m offering a glimpse into my awkwardly-haulted, mid life, empty-nester, sandwich generation life — but I’m hoping you won’t diagnose me just yet. Because wonder and expectation are the joys I’m beginning to taste, … Continue reading Fruitful “Bunny Trails”