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Almost Empty Nest is dedicated to providing you with inspiration, valuable resources, and quality products to equip you as you journey from a full nest to an empty nest and beyond.
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I’m Laura
Welcome to Almost Empty Nest! I began this blog in September 2014 after leaving my oldest son at college and realizing that my nest was emptying. Join me on this journey as we explore the path of guiding our children to adulthood and rediscovering ourselves beyond the mom years.

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