Alone

Unfortunately (and, fortunately, in no insignificant part), homelessness, abandonment, and the military taught and reinforced the instincts associated with surviving alone. It can be quite difficult but peaceful and zen-like for me sometimes to just block out any negative interference from my family and friends, or social media.

Being an empty nester means embracing the loneliness and space, and turning those feelings into alternative fuel for artistic expression, creativity, and emotional prosperity.