Empty Mess: Rediscovering Life After Kids

It’s a disease. And I had it—I thought I could do anything! Add to that my Pollyanna outlook and self-proclaimed role as head cheerleader, and you’ll understand my parenting style.

And then it was over! The kids were gone. My world packed up and moved away. I was alone, feeling sorry for myself, and blaming my husband.

Why didn’t anyone tell me this empty nest thing would be so hard? I had spent years pouring all my energy and attention into being the best mom on the planet, as if it were some kind of competition. And then suddenly the race was over, and I was struggling to find my purpose.

I knew I had to do something.

With a lot of laughter and a few tears, I wrote the stories in this book. They helped me remember the happy times, the crazy times … they got me laughing again, and most of all … they helped me move on. I hope they can do the same for you.

Welcome to my Empty Mess®. ~xo, Stephanie