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A Different Version Of The Empty Nest with Shara and Aaron Goswick – E131

  1. A Different Version Of The Empty Nest with Shara and Aaron Goswick - E131 Rick and Clancy Denton | Empty Nest Life 30:40

Not every empty nest looks the same.

In this guest episode, Shara and Aaron Goswick share their story of building a Marriage that began right after high school, raising their Family young, and navigating a version of empty nest life that still includes supporting an adult son at home.

They also share why weekly date night has remained a non-negotiable part of their marriage, how they approach family boundaries as grandparents, and how Shara’s Life Stories Podcast grew from a simple idea into a platform for conversations with people making a difference.

Listen to Shara’s podcast: https://lifestoriespodcast.com/

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Chapters

00:00 Welcome and guest introduction

01:26 Married young and starting family life

07:35 A different version of the empty nest

10:06 Parenting an adult child who needs support

17:08 Grandparent life and family joy

22:18 Why date night still matters

26:35 How Life Stories Podcast started

29:30 Where to find Shara’s podcast

If this version of empty nest life feels familiar, join the conversation in our Facebook group. https://www.facebook.com/groups/theloudquiet🎧

Find all episodes, podcast apps, and YouTube links here:https://www.theloudquiet.com

Want to be a guest on The Loud Quiet – Empty Nest Living?Send Rick and Clancy Denton a message on PodMatch:https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/theloudquiethost

Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and Entertainment purposes only. The views and opinions expressed are those of the hosts and guests and should not be taken as legal, financial, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified attorney, financial advisor, or other professional regarding your specific situation. The opinions expressed by guests are solely theirs and do not necessarily represent the views or positions of the host(s).

Rick Denton The Loud Quiet

Rick & Clancy have been enjoying life together for 28 years...married for 24. Starting August 2023, they now have two college aged kiddos and are about to enter a new phase of life. The house is quieter than before...it's a loud quiet, indeed. Join them as they laugh, cry and yes, probably argue while trying to figure out how to live the empty nest - new adventures / challenges await!