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Puzzles, Partnership, and Reinvention with Monica Marlatt

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-i64ru-... The empty nest arrives quietly — and no one really prepares you for how it feels. In this episode, we talk about how curiosity, creativity, and even puzzles can open an entirely new chapter of life. What happens when the house goes quiet after the kids leave — and you’re suddenly face-to-face with a whole new chapter of life? In this episode of The Boomer Woman’s Podcast, host Agnes Knowles sits down with Monica Marlatt to talk about empty nest transitions, long-term partnership, and how an unexpected passion for puzzles became a source of creativity, connection, and joy. What started as a way to cope with the emotional weight of an empty nest grew into something much bigger: learning new skills later in life, building community through puzzling, reconnecting with a partner, and even hosting puzzling events on cruise ships around the world. This is a warm, wise conversation about curiosity, reinvention, and why play — yes, play — still matters at every age. ✨ In this episode, we talk about: The emotional reality of the empty nest (and why no one really prepares you for it) Relearning who you are — and who your partner is — in retirement Why puzzling is far more social than people realize Learning new technology and social media later in life Building confidence by staying curious Creating connection across generations and cultures If you’re navigating life after the kids leave home, adjusting to retirement, or simply looking for inspiration to try something new, this conversation is for you. 📌 If this resonated, consider subscribing so you don’t miss future conversations about embracing what comes next. 00:00 – Welcome & introduction 01:40 – The emotional reality of the empty nest 04:45 – Rediscovering puzzling — and learning again 07:00 – Reconnecting with your partner in retirement 14:20 – How couples puzzle differently 18:30 – When a hobby becomes “work” 22:45 – The joy of wooden puzzles 29:30 – Speed puzzling vs casual puzzling 36:45 – Puzzling communities & puzzle swaps 39:20 – Taking puzzles on cruise ships 48:10 – Being a connector for strangers 52:40 – Why learning new things matters as we age 57:45 – A personal joy in this stage of life 59:30 – Final reflections & closing #BoomerWomanPodcast #EmptyNestLife #RetirementReimagined #WomenOver60 #MidlifeReinvention #LifelongLearning #EmbracingTheJourney #AgingWell