An Anniversary Debacle. Plus, the Power of Words to Connect and Inspire.

I stood on the sidewalk feeling like a forgotten pet, a lost child, a jilted lover. My husband had gone to find a free parking spot in busy downtown Grand Rapids, while I ran into the restaurant to check on the wait time. We had picked a special place to celebrate our 38th anniversary, and opted for a “walk-in” since reservation times were limited.

Empty Nest, BookstackLinda HanstraMay 23, 2026Festival of Faith and Writing, AnniversaryComment

Anniversary Getaway for Empty Nesters: Three Ways to Celebrate Another Year

When we consider anniversaries, we may not all be lucky enough to make it to 64 years. Whether we hit ten years, the silver 25, the ordinary 33, or the golden 50, our next anniversary together is never guaranteed. And so we celebrate while we can.

Family, Travel, Empty NestLinda HanstraApril 24, 2021Travel, Anniversary, Relationships, Marriage, ChicagoComment

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