Number 1 CONCERN

Chapter 2 Downsizing 101

Where Will Our Grown Children Stay During Visits?

This question seems to always come up.  I must admit we rarely go upstairs in our home unless our daughters are home.  And now living in California, and London, England, they don’t just drop in.  Although they do come home separately, we only had the entire family home for a total of nine days in 2021.  They are in the process of gradually downsizing their SHRINE collections when home which could take years.   Only if George and I downsize, will they need to pay rent for a storage.

How Will Everyone Sit Around the Holiday Table!

Why is this so important to be in the same room, same table, same china, etc. ?  A wise friend shared this thought,  “Do we feel that we have to provide the same holiday traditions/experience for our grandchildren?”  Young families may want to create their own celebrations from their favorites.  Many traditional dishes, songs can be enjoyed in almost any space.