Last weekend was one of those that leaves you longing another day off to recuperate. Maybe two days. So much laughter. Incredibly exhausting. Totally worth it! Nothing is better than fun with friends in the desert. And we had several visiting! We had one gang in from San Antonio, and then two more friends from Austin and Chicago. As soon as they landed, we hit the ground running. Catching up over wine and delicious meals was our M.O. for the weekend. {Read More}
A Sweet Engagement Story: Trevor & Rachel
November 3, 2014 By
Update: The wedding was amazing! Check it out here, here and here. If there were an award for parents who were most involved and instrumental in their son’s proposals, I do believe Tom and I might possibly win! We were blessed to play an integral role in the sweet engagement story of each of our sons. Today, I want to share the story of the most recent Tabler proposal, that of Trevor and Rachel. Over Memorial Day, Trevor found the opportunity {Read More}
This Ain’t Glamping, Folks!
October 6, 2014 By
We used to be campers. It started when the kids were little, probably around 1995. Patrick was 6 and Trevor was 3. (Ah… next year they will be 26 and 23!) Back then we used a tent. These pictures were taken on our very first camping trip in Colorado. No glamping here! Honestly, I’m more of a hotel girl. Or at least glamping! Soon after our tent camping days, T’s dad gave us a cute little travel trailer. It was {Read More}
How to Downsize Without Losing Your Mind
October 1, 2014 By
Many empty nest couples ponder the idea of downsizing. As appealing as the idea may seem, the overwhelming immensity of the task can keep many couples from ever taking the first step. So, how can you — from a practical standpoint — get past the hurdle and actually downsize without losing your mind? My husband and I downsized by half this year. I’ll be the first to admit that we probably would have procrastinated for years if T had not {Read More}
New Empty Nester? Five Ways to Transition Well
September 15, 2014 By
The first few months of your empty nester season can easily define what your next ten years look like. New habits are quick to make and hard to break. Now’s the time to make sure you and your spouse start the season right! When I became an empty nester, I committed to start doing one thing in each category below. Does that sound overwhelming? Then just pick one or two! The important thing is to do it now… no procrastinating {Read More}
The First 30 Days
September 2, 2014 By
One month ago today, I officially launched Tabler Party of Two. What a fulfilling and fun journey it’s been so far! When God gives you a dream and a passion, well, that’s what I call an amazing blessing. During this first month of the blog, the Tabler empty nesters have been on quite a few adventures. Here’s are some of the highlights of the first 30 days here at Tabler Party of Two. The launch of the blog was the same {Read More}
