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Maybe It’s Time to Downsize…
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Maybe It’s Time to Downsize…

September 21, 2026
Abigail Lee
Abigail Lee
I’ve been thinking a lot about downsizing lately. Recently, I listed two condo/townhomes, and next week I’ll be listing another one. Years ago, we often called these types of houses “twin homes,” and they were a popular choice for a very specific stage of life. Empty nesters. The kids had gone off to college, started […]
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The Superhero He Always Wanted to Be
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The Superhero He Always Wanted to Be

September 7, 2026
Abigail Lee
Abigail Lee
Last week, something amazing happened in our family. And I honestly mean the word amazing. I’m not overusing it. My oldest son, Grant, was sworn in as a firefighter in our hometown. To say I’m proud would be putting it very lightly. There’s something about watching your child step into a role where they will […]
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Empty Nesters = New Puppy?
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Empty Nesters = New Puppy?

September 1, 2026
Abigail Lee
Abigail Lee
So, about two weeks ago, we got a new puppy. It might have been one of the dumbest things I’ve ever done.  I mean, we are empty nesters! We are at the point in life where we can decide on a whim to leave town, go out to dinner, take a road trip, or do […]
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When One Chapter Ends, Another One Begins — And Sometimes It’s a New Place to Call Home
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When One Chapter Ends, Another One Begins — And Sometimes It’s a New Place to Call Home

August 28, 2026
Abigail Lee
Abigail Lee
Yesterday I wrote about the next chapter in life. And usually when one chapter ends, a new one begins. Sometimes that new chapter involves a new job, a new adventure, more time with family, or simply figuring out what you want life to look like now. And sometimes, that new chapter involves where you live. […]
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The Next Chapter…
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The Next Chapter…

August 27, 2026
Abigail Lee
Abigail Lee
It’s that time of year again… the time when everyone says, “Where did the summer go?” Kids are heading back to school, whether it’s elementary, high school, or college. And for a lot of us moms, it brings a strange combination of emotions. My youngest came home for the summer, and I was incredibly happy […]
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The Gift of Letting Go: What We Leave Behind
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The Gift of Letting Go: What We Leave Behind

August 18, 2026
Abigail Lee
Abigail Lee
The last few weeks have brought a lot of reflection for me. First, we lost our beloved family cat, Annie. She was 17 years old, which we were incredibly lucky to have. As my son so perfectly put it, “She was mean and she was fat, but she was ours!” And she certainly was. Losing […]
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