
← The Loud Quiet - Empty Nest Living8 oct. · 30 min
Wide Open Spaces Greatest Hits E158
<p>We just got back from Arizona. Another parents' weekend, another hike into the Grand Canyon. That trip sent us straight back to Episode 9, so we're bringing it back as a Greatest Hits episode.</p><p>We recorded it in our first few months as empty nesters, a mile and a half down the trail, not even sure the mics were on. If you can, turn on the video.</p><p>It was Tanner's last parents' weekend at ASU, and we said yes to everything he wanted to do. Then on to Tucson and Teagan, six weeks into college. This time she had every answer and led us all over campus.</p><p><br></p><p>What's in this episode:</p><ul><li>Empty trails on a Monday in September</li><li>Tanner's final parents' weekend, and thirty-two-ounce buckets at Casa</li><li>A Sunday with no flight to catch</li><li>Saguaro National Park outside Tucson</li><li>Teagan back at the restaurant from drop-off, talking nonstop</li><li>All four of us at dinner together, in Arizona</li></ul><p><br></p><p>📖 Our book is here! The Loud Quiet – Love, Laughter and Life in the Empty Nest https://www.theloudquiet.com</p><p><br></p><p>If your kid has started giving you the campus tour instead of the other way around, come tell us about it in the group. https://www.facebook.com/groups/theloudquiet</p><p><br></p><p>🎧 Find all episodes, podcast apps, and YouTube links here: https://www.theloudquiet.com</p><p><br></p><p>CHAPTERS</p><p>0:00 Back from Arizona, back to this one</p><p>1:02 A mile and a half down the Grand Canyon trail</p><p>3:21 Tanner's last parents' weekend at ASU</p><p>5:25 Thirty-two-ounce buckets at Casa</p><p>8:09 A Sunday with no flight home</p><p>11:48 Saguaro National Park outside Tucson</p><p>13:40 Working East Coast hours from Scottsdale</p><p>19:01 Back to the restaurant from drop-off</p><p>20:43 Teagan leads the campus tour</p><p>22:40 The last child and what's next</p><p>26:22 All four of us at dinner</p><p>29:03 Parents' weekend on the U of Arizona quad</p><p><br></p><p>Want to be a guest on The Loud Quiet - Empty Nest Living? Send Rick and Clancy Denton a message on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/theloudquiethost</p><p><br></p><p>Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The views and opinions expressed are those of the hosts and guests and should not be taken as legal, financial, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified attorney, financial advisor, or other professional r