@doublenickelgal
My DH and I were married in 1981. We have three daughters and are going through the early empty-next phase. Our oldest is just graduating college, one has just finished her first year, and the oldest is finishing up high school. I work as a Paraeduactor with handicapped high school students. I would really enjoy cooking if I had more time. DH is also a great cook, but we're both so busy. Right now I want to prepare quick and healthy meals for my family. Someday, during retirement, I hope to dust off the gourmet cookbooks again.