Marci gets real about what it’s like to be a mom whose kids are growing up and moving out. With six kids and nine grandkids, she knows firsthand how hard (and rewarding!) it is to raise a family—and how empty the house can feel when everyone leaves. In this conversation, Marci opens up about the messy emotions of the empty nest, the struggles (and surprises) of launching kids, and why perfection isn’t the goal.

She talks about learning to let go and trusting God with the next chapter. If you’re facing your own “year of lasts” or wrestling with what comes next after parenting full-time, Marci’s story will remind you that God still has a good plan for you—no matter what season you’re in.

🌹 Previous Episodes of Similar Content

The Mom Next Door Ep. 180 with Ruthie Gray - "Finding Purpose in the Empty Nest"

• https://youtu.be/NY6m6Txtivk?si=LIziHRAIoGafQi5s

The Mom Next Door Ep. 166 with Joni Topper - "Purposeful Grandparenting"

• https://youtu.be/ka1mLayqHo8?si=oqwEYdnZIGpVARji

The Mom Next Door Ep. 245 with Ann Dunagan - "Prayer, Boundaries, and Supporting Adult Children"

• https://youtu.be/hHfvrG0Lx_U?si=DftHVAI1ZdZ2g28t

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Empty Nest: Strategies To Help Your Kids Take Flight

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Lakeside Retreat: Life-Giving Devotions from a Restful Shore

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The Adventures of Pearley Monroe

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