We're empty nesters now, but we're not downsizing. There are too many memories in this house.

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We didn't invite any kids to our 5-year-old's birthday. It was the best decision we ever made.

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The author's family (not pictured) decided to spend a day at the beach instead of throwing a big birthday party for their 5-year-old.

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My husband and I took our kids and parents on a bucket list trip. It was so worth it.

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As my 4 children graduate from high school and college, I'm hit with a mix of emotions — both joy and grief

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The author (not pictured) is both joyful and sad to watch her kids graduate.

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Getting sober while my kids are teenagers is the best parenting decision I've made. I get to be fully present for them.

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My family was spending $2,500 on food delivery a month — that's $1,000 more than our mortgage. Something had to change.

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The author's family was overspending on food delivery.

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My grandmother's house burned down, and she moved in with us. At 23, I had to share a bed with my mom.

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The author is now sharing a bed with her mom while they help her grandmother out.

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I'm a 40-year-old mom of 3 working toward my doctorate. It's not easy to juggle it all, but I'm doing this for me.

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The author (not pictured) went back to school in her 30s and is now pursuing a doctorate.

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At 35 I quit my corporate job and decided to have a baby. Writing my novel helped me be a better mom.

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The author says becoming a parent has made her even better at writing.

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I'm moving my family from Florida to Connecticut. I was blown away by the differences in schools and safety.

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Ellie Doyle and her family are moving to Connecticut from Florida.

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