Empty nest...

[yungatart]

Young hXc is moving out, going flatting and making his own way in the world. He is the last of our brood to do so.
After 6 kids and 35 years of being a parent, it feels a little 'different'. Even when he buggered off overseas, we knew he was coming back....
It is now time for us, well deserved IMHO...Mstrs and I got together 21 years ago, each with kids, and the dramas that blended families bring. Now they have all gone, and our 'job' is done (not that you ever stop being a parent, but the hands on day to day stuff is over)
It will be nice to be just a couple and have time to devote to us, I reckon.

[allycatz]

I have last child at home this year then she is off to Uni......she will be the sixth to leave also, kinda feels like a mother duck losing her ducklings

[davebullet]

I reckon. As The Cars said... "Let the good times roll"

PS: Enjoy the break while it lasts... GRANDCHILDREN!!!! ARRRGHHHH :laugh:

[yungatart]

I reckon. As The Cars said... "Let the good times roll"

PS: Enjoy the break while it lasts... GRANDCHILDREN!!!! ARRRGHHHH :laugh:

We have them already...currently numbering 7! Taking the oldest 2 girls camping this weekend...why I said i'd do that I will never know!

[peasea]

I have last child at home this year then she is off to Uni......she will be the sixth to leave also, kinda feels like a mother duck losing her ducklings

But how would you know? The mother duck might be thinking "yee-haaar, bring on the drakes", you never know with ducks.

[Mom]

Young hXc is moving out, going flatting and making his own way in the world. He is the last of our brood to do so.
After 6 kids and 35 years of being a parent, it feels a little 'different'. Even when he buggered off overseas, we knew he was coming back....
It is now time for us, well deserved IMHO...Mstrs and I got together 21 years ago, each with kids, and the dramas that blended families bring. Now they have all gone, and our 'job' is done (not that you ever stop being a parent, but the hands on day to day stuff is over)
It will be nice to be just a couple and have time to devote to us, I reckon.

House sex :yes:

[gwigs]

I,ll be glad when my two move out in a couple of years,then I can have my life back....being a solo Dad isnt exactly what I had planned for the last 10yrs.....cramps your style a bit....still love them though..
Probably won,t know what to do with myself once they have gone.

[P38]

I've found it great Yungatart.

After having four boys eating and drinking me outta house n home I can finally relax.

The food bill was cut by at least 75% and when I fill the fridge up with beer it stays there untill "I Drink It"

However my wife is missing cleaning up after them.... I do my best to fill the void .......but I just cant seem to make the same amount of mess.

[MSTRS]

Note to P38..."Must try harder":stoogie:

[P38]

Note to P38..."Must try harder":stoogie:

Hahahaha

Wounder if there would be any consequences or maybe even a reward for trying harder.

[Hitcher]

It will be nice to be just a couple and have time to devote to us, I reckon.

I can see one of these in your future...

http://animal-world.com/dogs/Non-Sporting-Dog-Breeds/images/BichonFriseWDN_Ap6D.jpg

[vifferman]

What's the secret? :confused:
Tell me, so I can get rid of the MutantTroglodyteSprogs. They currently cost me in the vicinity of $1200/month to feed, water, and provide with Interdweebs. :eek5:
Mind you, between them they contribute about $400/month in board, so I'm only down by $800/month, or $9600/year. :rolleyes:

Iffen I got rid of them, I could afford a new bike... :weep:

[P38]

What's the secret? :confused:
Tell me, so I can get rid of the MutantTroglodyteSprogs. They currently cost me in the vicinity of $1200/month to feed, water, and provide with Interdweebs. :eek5:
Mind you, between them they contribute about $400/month in board, so I'm only down by $800/month, or $9600/year. :rolleyes:

Iffen I got rid of them, I could afford a new bike... :weep:

Stop feeding them for starters!

[MSTRS]

Hahahaha

Wounder if there would be any consequences or maybe even a reward for trying harder.Definitely :eek5:


I can see one of these in your future...
No. You can't...

[allycatz]

I can see one of these in your future...


Arghhh a barkin slipper!!!!

[yungatart]

House sex :yes:
Mmmm. you could be on to something there...bugger about the boarder tho'...do ya reckon we can scare him off too!


I can see one of these in your future...

Feck off! Your crystal ball needs to go for repairs if that is what you see....


What's the secret? :confused:
Tell me, so I can get rid of the MutantTroglodyteSprogs. . :rolleyes:

Iffen I got rid of them, I could afford a new bike... :weep:
One word ! RULES!!! Make 'em tough...the little beggars can't wait to leave...absolutely NEVER bend them, because then you will be stuck with them for alll eternity.
If all else fails, see Mom's post above...guaranteed to send them packing!

[Squiggles]

Dont worry, we go broke and come back to raid the pantry :lol:

[MSTRS]

It's like cutting the umbilical...the parental life support unit is no longer available!

[Hitcher]

Feck off! Your crystal ball needs to go for repairs if that is what you see...

Clucky women have been known to do strange things from time to time...

[Mom]

Mmmm. you could be on to something there...bugger about the boarder tho'...do ya reckon we can scare him off too!


Feck off! Your crystal ball needs to go for repairs if that is what you see....


One word ! RULES!!! Make 'em tough...the little beggars can't wait to leave...absolutely NEVER bend them, because then you will be stuck with them for alll eternity.
If all else fails, see Mom's post above...guaranteed to send them packing!

A Few whips and chains should see him making sure he gives you plenty of warning about his expected eta :killingme

Let him go! I cant wait till my youngest leaves, really I cant. Much as I love her to bits, she needs to be out there doing :yes:

[yungatart]

I'm not clucky...FFS, you don't think six of the little darlings have cured me of that?....plus the seven squealing grandies....sheesh, man, I'm looking forward to quieter pursuits like the crackle of my trusty kwaka...if only I had some money...

[slowpoke]

You guys are thinkin' 'bout this all wrong. Don't think of them as kids, think of them as a crop: some of those sweat shops strewn throughout the world would pay good money for 'em. Time they learned how to make those Nikes that YOU paid for.

[Gareth51]

Young hXc is moving out, going flatting and making his own way in the world. He is the last of our brood to do so.
After 6 kids and 35 years of being a parent, it feels a little 'different'. Even when he buggered off overseas, we knew he was coming back....
It is now time for us, well deserved IMHO...Mstrs and I got together 21 years ago, each with kids, and the dramas that blended families bring. Now they have all gone, and our 'job' is done (not that you ever stop being a parent, but the hands on day to day stuff is over)
It will be nice to be just a couple and have time to devote to us, I reckon.

Quick rent his room out

[Gareth51]

and when I fill the fridge up with beer it stays there untill "I Drink It"
.

I know that feeling well ... and now when comes and visits he can still empty the fridge

[Edbear]

Funny thing is, now we're Darby and Joan, and enjoy some quiet, we still had to buy a people-mover for the holidays and it was packed. We still have a three-bedroom home and need the two other rooms, we have four vehicles including the bike, (but we're reluctantly selling the Pulsar that we've owned since new).

Only got one grandson, so far, but we have him every Thursday night. And our kids are 25, 30, and 34, with both daughters married and our son in Aus!

We're having some time to ourselves this week...

[Sharry]

If that lad was my son I would miss him too.
Count ya blessings that it is only 6 and now your washing pile has gotten smaller over night :yes:

[sels1]

Young hXc is moving out, going flatting and making his own way in the world. He is the last of our brood to do so.


Its a funny old feeling for sure. But Its good to have the peace and quiet and a few more $ to spend on yourselves. Enjoy it!
(and heed 'Moms' comment....:lol:)

[allycatz]

Ive had all mine staying or visiting over xmas/new year. They all went off to Gisborne for New Years and it was total bliss getting up to a house just as id left it the night before. Came home from work last night to all seven of them and two hangers on. Mattresses everywhere and every dish in the house on the bench. Highlight though....one 6'4" son meets me at the door with a big hug, an "I love you ,Mum", hands me a plate of dessert and says "get this in ya". What do ya do with them really!!

[sels1]

PS: Enjoy the break while it lasts... GRANDCHILDREN!!!! ARRRGHHHH :laugh:
Funny you should mention that.....our 1st Grandchild was born yesterday!

[Gareth51]

Funny you should mention that.....our 1st Grandchild was born yesterday!

First of many aye bro

[Motu]

I've still got a couple of boys at home...and a daughter has come back with grandchild.It was just me and the boys over Xmas...we just ignored each other and did all the chores on the last day.Although I had to cut short my ride when I got the txt they were coming home.I don't know if I will ever have the empty nest feeling.....

[Ms Piggy]

It is now time for us, well deserved IMHO.
Too bloody right you do!! I hope you get loads of time to both put your feet up or your lid on and ride!

[Blackbird]

It will be nice to be just a couple and have time to devote to us, I reckon.

Good on you! :2thumbsup. We went through it 3 times. Seeing our first one off to Otago Uni was a bit traumatic (for all of a few days:laugh:) but by the time the 3rd one left, it was getting better and better. Jennie celebrated not having to run little parasites around by buying an MX5 - maybe you could do something similar???

Only one downside though.... the kids left but we are still a storage depot for them. Don't make the same mistake or you'll have stuff forever, haha.

Enjoy your freedom!

Geoff

[Edbear]

Good on you! :2thumbsup. We went through it 3 times. Seeing our first one off to Otago Uni was a bit traumatic (for all of a few days:laugh:) but by the time the 3rd one left, it was getting better and better. Jennie celebrated not having to run little parasites around by buying an MX5 - maybe you could do something similar???

Only one downside though.... the kids left but we are still a storage depot for them. Don't make the same mistake or you'll have stuff forever, haha.

Enjoy your freedom!

Geoff

LOL!!!! So did we, but now my wife is running our grandson around in the MX5! He loves it and he's only 3!

[Ronin]

What's the secret? :confused:
Tell me, so I can get rid of the MutantTroglodyteSprogs. They currently cost me in the vicinity of $1200/month to feed, water, and provide with Interdweebs. :eek5:
Mind you, between them they contribute about $400/month in board, so I'm only down by $800/month, or $9600/year. :rolleyes:

Iffen I got rid of them, I could afford a new bike... :weep:

Charge 'em market rates. You will be doing them a favour in the long run and speed up the bike renewal process.

[Indiana_Jones]

The food bill was cut by at least 75% and when I fill the fridge up with beer it stays there untill "I Drink It"



My old man enjoyed that part the most when I moved out lol

-Indy

[Edbear]

Especially loves the top down!