__Finding New Joy and Purpose After the Kids Leave Home__ Feeling uncertain? Scared? Or maybe a little giddy? Your nest is empty, except for a bundle of mixed emotions. As you grieve what's behind you and daydream about the future, you're ready for new adventures. But you might not know where to start!  
  
What you need is a girlfriend who "gets it." Someone who understands the challenges you're facing and speaks with wisdom from a few steps ahead on the journey. Barbara and Susan can be the friends you need to walk you through such questions as:   
  
· Who am I now? What should I do with myself?  
· Does anyone need me? How do I relate to my children? And how will it affect my marriage?  
· Is it okay to feel sad? Or even thrilled?   
  
They'll walk you through ways to celebrate your past and your future, as well as encourage you to consider a brand-new calling for your life. Let Barbara and Susan shine light on your path, making this next season your best yet! __Barbara Rainey__ and her husband, Dennis, are founders of the Cru ministry FamilyLife, and they host Weekend to Remember conferences around the world. They have authored more than two dozen books, including the bestselling Moments Together for Couples. The Raineys have been married for more than forty years and live near Little Rock, Arkansas.  
  
__Susan Yates__ is the author of several books and is a regular guest on FamilyLife Today and other national radio programs. She and her husband, John, are popular speakers at marriage and parenting conferences and live in Virginia.

__Barbara Rainey__ and her husband, Dennis, are founders of the Campus Crusade ministry FamilyLife, and they host Weekend to Remember conferences around the world. They have authored more than two dozen books, including the bestselling Moments Together for Couples. The Raineys have been married for more than forty years and live near Little Rock, Arkansas. Learn more at www.familylifetoday.com and www.everthinehome.com.  
 __Susan Yates__ is the author of several books and is a regular guest on FamilyLife Today and other national radio programs. She and her husband, John, are popular speakers at marriage and parenting conferences and live in Virginia.

__Discover New Passion and Purpose after the Kids Leave Home__   
Many women approaching their empty-nest years do so with mixed emotions--feeling grief for what is no more but also excitement for what lies ahead. Barbara Rainey and Susan Yates are seasoned empty nesters, and they know firsthand the ups and downs, the uncertainty and challenges that accompany this new stage of life.  
  
Although Mom is a lifelong role, the job description changes significantly when the kids are grown. Questions abound: Who am I now? How do I relate to my kids? How will my marriage be affected? Where am I needed? Every woman in this stage needs to determine her own redefined role as wife, mother, friend, and more. Offering practical advice and biblical guidance, along with inspiring personal stories of women who have discovered how to live a meaningful life during the "second half," Barbara and Susan help you work out how to flourish and thrive in your own empty nests.

Although Mom is a lifelong role, the job description changes significantly when the kids are grown. At this stage, you may find yourself asking: Who am I now? How will my marriage be affected? Where am I needed? With practical advice and biblical guidance, let Barbara and Susan help you redefine your role in life and thrive in this new adventure!

Rainey, Barbara ;Yates, Susan

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Title Page

Copyright Page

Endorsements

Dedication

Acknowledgments

Part One: We’re in This Together

Chapter 1. Who in the World Are Barbara and Susan?

Chapter 2. Am I the Only One Who Feels This Way?

Part Two: Let’s Get Honest

Chapter 3. What Do I Do With My Loneliness?

Chapter 4. What Do I Do With My Disappointments?

Chapter 5. How Do I Relate to My Husband Now?

Chapter 6. How Do I Relate to My Adult Kids Now?

Chapter 7. How Do I Care for My Extended Family?

Chapter 8. What Do I Do With Me?

Part Three: Let’s Move Forward

Chapter 9. Take a Break!

Chapter 10. Celebrate!

Chapter 11. Discovering Your New Purpose

Chapter 12. Changing Your World

Epilogue

Appendix 1: Helpful Hints for Caring for Your Parents and In-laws As They Age

Appendix 2: Helpful Hints for Growing in a Relationship With Christ

Appendix 3: A Daily Focus on the Character of God

Appendix 4: Values Assessment Exercise

Small Group and Book Club Study Guide

Introduction

Session One

Session Two

Session Three

Session Four

Notes

About the Authors

Other Books From Barbara Rainey

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Discover New Passion and Purpose after the Kids Leave Home  
  
Many women approaching their empty-nest years do so with mixed emotions--feeling grief for what is no more but also excitement for what lies ahead. Barbara Rainey and Susan Yates are seasoned empty nesters, and they know firsthand the ups and downs, the uncertainty and challenges that accompany this new stage of life.  
  
Although Mom is a lifelong role, the job description changes significantly when the kids are grown. Questions abound: Who am I now? How do I relate to my kids? How will my marriage be affected? Where am I needed? Every woman in this stage needs to determine her own redefined role as wife, mother, friend, and more. Offering practical advice and biblical guidance, along with inspiring personal stories of women who have discovered how to live a meaningful life during the "second half," Barbara and Susan help you work out how to flourish and thrive in your own empty nests.

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