Something that I learned recently is that Empty Nest Syndrome is real. For those who may not know what that is, it’s feelings of grief and loneliness a parent may feel when their child moves out. It can lead to depression. A lot of times it happens with the last child.

Not all parents deal with this syndrome. Some look forward to that little birdie flying away. While others grieve a relationship that will not be the same.

This past summer was a tough one for me. My youngest son got married and moved a town over. I always thought I would be good when that time came. I didn’t expect to experience overwhelming sadness and feeling that now I had no purpose in life. I had dedicated most of my life to raising my children. It all revolved around them. Who was I, besides a mother?

It didn’t help that I was dealing with a handful of other stressful life events at the same time.

I have to say, a Facebook support group for Empty Nesters has been a life saver!

I’m doing better now.