When my 2 kids moved out for college, I felt so lost. Here's how I stay connected with them.

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Rebecca Hastings with her three kids
The author with her two college kids and high school-aged daughter.

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My family hands out candy — and hot dogs — for Halloween. This year, my husband plans to grill 200 for trick-or-treaters.

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The author's husband shows off his grilling skills.
The author said that her husband grills hot dogs for neighbors on Halloween night.

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I live with my 3 adult kids and 2 of their partners. Self-care rituals keep me sane in a chaotic house.

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The author, her husband, and her three kids.
The author's kids still live at home with her and her husband.

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Mealtime in my house of 6 was getting chaotic. A simple list helped my kids with table manners.

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Family meals in the author's house (not pictured) were getting out of hand. A simple plan helped her reset things.

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We moved to Spain before having kids. It was the best thing we did for our marriage.

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The author and her husband moved to Spain after getting married.

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After giving birth, I was too focused on getting my pre-baby body back. I regret not being more focused on my son.

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The author, shown on a beach with her son at 6-months old.
The author, shown with her son when he was 6-moths old, said she now thinks she was too focused on losing the weight she gained during pregnancy after her son was born.

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I wanted to homeschool my daughter, but everyone in my family told me it was a bad idea. I did it anyway.

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Tiffany Tuttle and her daughter are homeschooling
The author is homeschooling her daughter.

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My son moved back in with me after college. I don't know what role I should play: roommate, friend, or mom.

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Katy M. Clark and her son in a graduation gown
The author (left) is now living with her adult son.

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As my mom is getting older, my own perspective on aging has changed. It's a strange thing to reconcile.

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The author with her mother while hiking.
The author recently started thinking about her mother's age — and what it means in the grand scheme of things.

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I have a great village, but it's not a substitute for family

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The author with two of her kids and her husband.
The author and her family have a strong support network where they live.

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