Comments on: Do Big Kids Need Their Mother, Too? Review of “Doing Life with Your Adult Children”

By: babyeszone

babyeszone — Mon, 16 Sep 2024 15:59:32 +0000

Doing Life with Your Adult children " highlights the ongoing role parents play, even as their kids grow up. Big kids may not need their parents in the same way, but the emotional support, guidance, and wisdom are still important. This book emphasizes balancing boundaries with connection, showing that parenthood doesn't end when children reach adulthood—it just evolves..

By: Nonfiction November: Sounds Good – Semicolon

Nonfiction November: Sounds Good – Semicolon — Sat, 02 Nov 2019 05:03:00 +0000

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By: Kim Turner McCulley

Kim Turner McCulley — Tue, 04 Jun 2019 17:46:11 +0000

I love this so much! What a great post. Our youngest of five children joined the Army in December, and I’m struggling with this Empty Nest. Thank you for the encouragement!

By: Lesley

Lesley — Mon, 03 Jun 2019 21:21:37 +0000

This sounds like it will be a really helpful book for many! The quotes are full of wisdom!

By: floyd samons

floyd samons — Sun, 02 Jun 2019 17:52:57 +0000

This new territory we finds ourselves in is challenging. Keeping my mouth shut is the hardest thing, but I do it.

The most interesting part of this stage of life is the kids themselves and their actions; the ones I thought would be a certain way are not and vice versa. Very odd. But it’s all good, stressful sometimes but good.

By: Jean Wise

Jean Wise — Sat, 01 Jun 2019 18:55:33 +0000

going to read this book, I too have been so surprised at the changes and my lack of preparation for this stage of parenthood. Love that line you laughed at too. Thanks for bringing this to my attention. On my list!!

By: Martha J Orlando

Martha J Orlando — Fri, 31 May 2019 19:38:20 +0000

I’m in that boat big time, Lisa. As I read your review, I was relieved to discover I’ve pretty much done those things as my children have grown into adulthood, but it certainly hasn’t been easy, and there are times I have to force myself to keep my mouth shut. I think what has helped me do this is that my own mother interfered constantly in my life when I was a young adult, and I certainly didn’t like it one bit, and vowed not to be that way with my own children.
Blessings!

By: Natalie Ogbourne

Natalie Ogbourne — Fri, 31 May 2019 17:43:24 +0000

What a challenge this time of life is! I was so much better at bringing babies into the home than sending kids out. This book is on my list. You’ve motivated me to get it in my hands. Thanks, Lisa.

By: LisaNotes

LisaNotes — Fri, 31 May 2019 15:51:29 +0000

In reply to Susan Nowell @ My Place to Yours. That's excellent advice, Susan: we don't have to do the convicting; that's God's job. Yes, I'm learning anew too that as a grandmother I have to double-down on keeping my advice to myself unless asked. :) I see so much wisdom in your words; thanks for sharing here!

By: Susan Nowell @ My Place to Yours

Susan Nowell @ My Place to Yours — Thu, 30 May 2019 20:41:59 +0000

Oh, how this resonates, Lisa! For starters, your post (and the comments above) are great reminders that we are not alone in our frustrations, concerns, etc. about our adult children. What’s the saying? “Misery loves company.” ? Seriously, though, I often have to remind myself that it is God’s place to CONVICT my children. It’s mine to LOVE them. Life and relationships are much easier when I remember that. When a grandchild came on the scene (and now two), I was reminded all over again how important it is to not meddle in my children’s lives. I want to have relationships with my grandsons, and the best way to ensure that is to support and encourage their parents — sometimes by keeping my mouth shut!