Empty Nests Support Group
Empty nest syndrome is a general feeling of depression and loneliness that parents/other guardian relatives feel when one or more of their children leave home. Empty nest syndrome has become more prevalent in modern times, as the extended family is becoming less common than in past generations, and the elderly are left living by themselves.
My daughter left home 2 weeks ago. She didn't just leave town, she left the country. She now lives in Australia. I now live alone with the family cat and the house feels so quiet and empty. She was great company and an amazing cook. I find the evenings especially difficult (and have to cook for one). I can't expect her car in the driveway or a text to say she's on her way home from work. After 2 weeks I can't continue to pretend she's on holiday and will return. We've been in touch via Facebook but of course it's not the same. Not having that extra presence in the house makes for periods of extreme loneliness.
Come back often on days you feel good and when you are lonely, it does help.
I raised 3 kids who are all on their own now, I cannot figure out what my role is now with adult children living on their own.
I am so lonely and cannot find a job. Its hard!