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𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀: 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗧𝗼 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗞𝗶𝗱𝘀 𝗔𝗿𝗲𝗻'𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲 For many midlife moms, Christmas once meant a bustling home filled with laughter, traditions, and memories. But what happens when adult children can’t make it home? Last year, I faced this reality. Only one of my four kids could visit. The house was quieter, the tree brimming with gifts for grandchildren who weren’t there. It was a bittersweet shift in what had always been a full, joyous holiday. 💡 Here’s how I reimagined Christmas and found new joy: ✨ Letting Go of Old Traditions: Grieve what’s changed, but also let go of expectations. This creates room for fresh ways to celebrate. ✨ Creating New Holiday Joy: We invited friends over, shared special moments with the child who was home, and even celebrated with others later in January. ✨ Staying Connected: Care packages, video calls, or virtual game nights help bridge the distance and keep family bonds strong. 💬 Your turn: How have your holiday traditions evolved as your children have grown? Share your experience in the comments and connect with others navigating this season of change. 🎄 Christmas can still be meaningful—it just takes a little creativity and a willingness to embrace the new. #MidlifeCareerGrowth #TheBalancedLifeCEO #WomenInBusiness #MerryChristmasEmptynest
This is so valuable with so many living with this struggle. Luckily my 4 live close by so I can't imagine them not here. We would have to Facetime and carry them around 🤣 . I love your tips. Maybe with fewer people sledding or something special would be an option. I look forward to reading other's responses!
Great post. I try not to think about it because not having time with my two adult sons who are still under the age of 30 pretty much breaks my heart. Doesn’t really seem like a very festive time of year. I did hear that my youngest one will be coming home so that will be a plus
This is really important. We have to learn to change the playbook. There are so many ways to still find meaning. Love your ideas
Coleen Stubbs it is definitely adjustment when the kids are grown and gone. I try to remind myself the real reason for the season.
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2wLife is always evolving and changing Coleen Stubbs and as adult and parents we have to as well. Since my kids have grown and are establishing their own Christmas traditions I've come to accept and embrace theirs and see how I can still be part of it all. This year my sister, her son, some friends and both my children are coming to a gathering on the 22nd at our place for food, drink, conversations and connection and I feel blessed with it.