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Barbara and Susan's Guide to the Empty Nest - by Barbara Rainey & Susan Yates (Paperback)

Barbara and Susan's Guide to the Empty Nest - by  Barbara Rainey & Susan Yates (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Although <i>Mom</i> is a lifelong role, the job description changes significantly when the kids are grown. At this stage, you may find yourself asking: <i>Who am I now? How will my marriage be affected? Where am I needed? </i>With practical advice and biblical guidance, let Barbara and Susan help you redefine your role in life and thrive in this new adventure!<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>Discover New Passion and Purpose after the Kids Leave Home<br/></b><br/>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.<br/><br/>Although <i>Mom</i> is a lifelong role, the job description changes significantly when the kids are grown. Questions abound: <i>Who am I now? How do I relate to my kids? How will my marriage be affected? Where am I needed?</i> 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.<p/><br></br><p><b> From the Back Cover </b></p></br></br><b>Finding New Joy and Purpose After the Kids Leave Home<br/><br/></b>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!<br/><br/>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: <br/><br/>- Who am I now? What should I do with myself?<br/>- Does anyone need me? How do I relate to my children? And how will it affect my marriage?<br/>- Is it okay to feel sad? Or even thrilled? <br/><br/>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!<b><br/><br/>Barbara Rainey</b> 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 <i>Moments Together for Couples</i>. The Raineys have been married for more than forty years and live near Little Rock, Arkansas.<br/><br/><b>Susan Yates</b> is the author of several books and is a regular guest on <i>FamilyLife Today</i> and other national radio programs. She and her husband, John, are popular speakers at marriage and parenting conferences and live in Virginia.<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>Barbara Rainey</b> 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 <i>Moments Together for Couples</i>. 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.<br/><b><br/>Susan Yates</b> is the author of several books and is a regular guest on <i>FamilyLife Today</i> and other national radio programs. She and her husband, John, are popular speakers at marriage and parenting conferences and live in Virginia.

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