Now that your child has settled into their college dorm and your home has officially become an empty nest, it’s time to think about how […]
Author: Alexis M. Bordeaux
Embracing Gradmoon as a Single Parent: A Celebration of Your Journey and New Beginnings
Now that the children are all settled in their dorms, and you’ve waved goodbye as they embark on their new journey, the house feels quieter, […]
Start Planning Your Gradmoon: Celebrating Your New Beginning as an Empty Nester
Start Planning Your Gradmoon! Now that the children are all settled in their dorms or moved into their new space, you’ve waved goodbye and watched […]
What Is a Gradmoon? Celebrating Your Empty Nest Milestone
You’ve done it! After years of supporting, guiding, and nurturing, your child is now off to college, embarking on their own journey toward adulthood. As […]
Embracing the Journey Together: The Importance of Partner Involvement During Perimenopause
Perimenopause, the transitional phase leading up to menopause, is often characterized by an array of physical and emotional changes. These changes can be overwhelming, affecting […]
Redefining Community: How Content Creator Jen Henley’s “Compound” Living Is Inspiring Women of All Ages
In an era marked by increasing social isolation and the ever-expanding digital world, the concept of communal living is experiencing a renaissance. Not too long […]
In Menopause Everything Paused but The Voices in My Head
Perimenopause, the transitional phase leading up to menopause, is a period of profound change for many women. While it often brings a slowing down of […]
Florissant, Missouri’s Bliss Restaurant Bans Young Diners: No Women Under 30 or Men Under 35
If you’re an empty nester looking for a sophisticated dining experience without the hustle and bustle of a younger crowd, there’s a new spot in […]
Why Gatekeeping Tourist Destinations is Essential for Sustainable Travel
As vacation season begins, social media creators have started sharing lesser-known towns and cities in some of the world’s most visited countries, while others are […]
The Past is Not the Present: Avoiding the Trap of Reliving Childhood Traumas Through Your Children
Welcome to the first installment of our series on navigating the complex journey of parenting, sharing advice and tips from our readers, empty nesters, who […]
Why California’s New Bill Banning Anti-Aging Skincare for Kids Under 13 Matters
In a world increasingly obsessed with youth and beauty, Assembly Bill 2491, championed by Assemblymember Alex Lee of San Jose, California, seeks to protect the […]
Celebrating Friendship and Community: 25 Timeless Quotes
Friendship and community are the cornerstones of a fulfilling life. They offer support, joy, and a sense of belonging. Through the ages, many writers, thinkers, […]
The Future of Dating: How AI Dating Concierge Could Revolutionize Online Matchmaking
Imagine a future where your personal AI “dating concierge” chats with hundreds of other AIs to find your ideal match. This vision, shared by Whitney […]
The Ultimate Summer Bag Checklist for Perimenopause: 25 Essentials You Can’t Do Without
Perimenopause, the transitional phase leading up to menopause, can bring about a variety of symptoms that are especially challenging during the hot summer months. From […]
How to Embrace the Non-Linear Journey of Aging
Aging is an intricate tapestry of experiences, emotions, and transformations. It is a journey that defies the simplicity of a linear path, weaving through moments […]
7 Things to Avoid Saying To Someone Struggling With the Aging Process
“You should be grateful to be aging; cemeteries are full of people who didn’t get to be your age. Aging is a gift not afforded […]