Help Me Write My Next Parenting Book

I’m thrilled to have the chance to write a book on a subject I understand well: Parents and adult children living together. I chose this life as a young adult, when Dan and I went in 50/50 on a house with my Mom. And now Dan and I are the elders in the equation, with our twenty-five year old son living with us and my amazing mother having just passed away.

Many believe parents and adult children living together represents “failure.” I’ll admit that once upon a time, I felt that way, too. But I’ve learned firsthand that many many blessings can come from such a living arrangement, whether financial or emotional. And that care and support can go in all directions.

That’s why the title of my new book is THE BONUS YEARS. Here’s the official news announcing the deal in Publishers Marketplace – a screenshot we authors covet!

Now, just because parents and adult children living together can be really good for all involved doesn’t mean it’s not hard. It IS hard. And it’s messy. You have to figure out how everyone contributes in a way that makes equitable sense while respecting everyone’s differences. You have to have a plan for talking about your needs and concerns. You have to negotiate use of the space you share, personal privacy, and boundaries. And so much more!

This is where YOU come in. If you’re living in such a household, and you have questions on the subject and/or solutions to share, please help me out by joining one of three Zoom brainstorming and support sessions which I’m scheduling in an attempt to make it accessible no matter what your time zone may be:

• Tuesday, May 13, 9-10:30 am Pacific

• Wednesday, May 14, 3-4:30 pm Pacific

• Saturday May 17, 12 Noon-1 pm Pacific

(Note you’ll have to be a paid member of Julie’s Pod to participate in these calls (the cost is just $5/month, which equals one good cup of coffee monthly ☕️).

I’m eager to hear your thoughts and concerns. I also think you’ll enjoy speaking up and being witnessed by others who can relate. So please RSVP. And let’s do this!