This episode is a little different... it’s a two-parter.

We recorded the first half before leaving for our empty nest getaway to Mexico, talking through what we hoped for (and what we worried might happen).

Then, after the trip, we sat back down to see if those expectations actually matched reality.

From pre-trip nerves and some lighthearted talk about “resort romance” to real reflections on unplugging from work and finding connection again, this one’s both honest and funny. We also share how maturity changes what connection looks like... and why a slower trip might be exactly what your marriage needs right now.

If you’ve ever wondered whether a short trip can really bring you closer or just remind you that you’ve grown up a lot together, this episode’s for you.

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CHAPTERS

0:00 Intro and why we needed this trip
1:45 Before the trip, setting expectations
4:00 What we’re looking forward to (and what could go wrong)
7:20 “Resort romance” and real connection
10:10 Managing expectations as a mature couple
14:45 Transition, after the trip
16:30 Did it meet our expectations
19:20 Unplugging from work and turning off notifications
22:00 Reconnecting as a couple
26:30 The social side of all-adult resorts
29:40 Small moments that build connection
31:10 Lessons learned and travel tips for empty nesters
34:45 What’s next, maybe a cold-weather trip
35:40 Wrap-up and listener question

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