
Almost Empty Nesters with Rob and Becky
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We're Rob and Becky. As parents of twin boys, we have gone through every stage with our sons. From double diapers to now double the college tuition. We have reached the stage of the empty nest... well, almost. As one will go away to college, the other decided to go to college close by. So close, he's still living with us! Join us as we experience this new stage of being almost empty..
Almost Empty Nesters with Rob and Becky
9M ago
Rob and Becky celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary in Berkeley Springs, WV. They’ve recorded this episode in their cabin. They talk about marriage longevity. What it takes to have a lasting marriage. What they’ve learned about each other and themselves in the last 25 years of marriage. Rob unlocks the secret to having a long marriage and Becky thinks that it truly is what has been their success in the last 25 years. Wild and wonderful ..read more
Almost Empty Nesters with Rob and Becky
1y ago
Rob and Becky discuss a successful 2023. Covering the Miss Universe pageant in El Salvador proved to be a career validation for Becky. Rob’s health journey has given him 30lbs less weight and hotness. Getting ready to turn 50 in 2024. Parenting and being kind to yourself. Every parenting stage has its ups and downs. Discovering who is in your corner and who is not. Love yourself more and take steps to be healthier ..read more
Almost Empty Nesters with Rob and Becky
1y ago
The world is a little hard but you can volunteer to help the less fortunate. Spent Spring Break not at the planned bed and breakfast trip but home doing nothing watching “RRR”on Netflix. Rob and Becky loved the movie and recommend everyone watch it. Haters who want to be just like you. Haters gonna hate. Becky controls what Rob says because all he always wants to talk about is sex. Rediscovering yourselves again. Rob is not going meatless even though Becky, inspired by Mena Massoud’s book and series, Evolving Vegan, wants them to go full vegan. Barbie’s initiative “You Can Do Anything” resonat ..read more
Almost Empty Nesters with Rob and Becky
2y ago
Rob is addicted to Tik Tok. The spirit of giving touches both Rob and Becky. Becky would like to go to the bathroom for once without interruptions. A word to describe the year 2020. Countdown to Dylan moving away has begun. Leo would like to do multiple things. Becky’s show Celebrating the Arts has taken off and how happy it’s made her. Guests from around the world. Listeners from around the world. Supporting one another in each endeavor. Drinking with your parents. Getting ready to say goodbye to 2020 ..read more
Almost Empty Nesters with Rob and Becky
2y ago
Rob started walking with a walking group in the neighborhood. Walking benefits and how they affect the body positively. Recovery and keeping it going. The twins got to vote for the first time in a Presidential Election. The podcast gets featured in Genica Magazine and is being heard in interesting places around the world. Becky started a new series on Instagram called Celebrating the Arts/Celebrando las Artes. The young vote and what an impact it can do. Maryland vote stickers and the keepsake Rob wants to make for the twins. Rob’s pet peeve is when the American flag is displayed improperly. H ..read more
Almost Empty Nesters with Rob and Becky
2y ago
Becky needs a spanky. Rob celebrated a birthday and so did the twins. Starting new things. Becky is evolving as a vegan. Rob started coaching with a new organization. Concluding 2020 but didn’t come close to the hype of what it was supposed to be. New hobbies now as an almost empty nester. Reverse! Reverse! Take chances in life. Seize an opportunity and don’t let them pass. Becky shares a missed opportunity story. Dancing with Britney Spears. Dream girls and boys. Life is good despite the struggles. Some people need spanking. No politics. Looking at the kids little. The twins and their future ..read more
Almost Empty Nesters with Rob and Becky
2y ago
Becky talks about Makoto’s encounter with a scared dog owner. Pitbulls have a stigma that’s been hard to shake. Training is key. Becky has decided to adopt the vegan lifestyle. Rob has decided to incorporate vegan meals after talking to actor, Mena Massoud. Becky talked about Mena Massoud’s book Evolving Vegan. Coca. Coco. Cacao. Rob wants to live long. Becky believes taking care of yourself helps you live longer. Forever and ever. All the new things they are doing as almost empty nesters. 2020 not such a great year. The importance of voting. Every election is important. Leo is starting school ..read more
Almost Empty Nesters with Rob and Becky
2y ago
Lucky numbers. Numbers matching with the twins. Rob took Makoto to the vet and is healthy. Rob feels like he’s losing some weight. Becky wants to get back to a routine. Rob is always saying he’s waiting until he’s retired. Becky wants to live in the present. Becky’s love for Puerto Rico. The search for Zuleyka. Getting a second dog. Leo’s baby face is gone. The twins and their rooms. Entanglements and name changes. Something on Becky’s Bucket list. Going topless? Hooters and Halloween. 2020 and keeping positive. The Zoom expert. Perspective during quarantine. Back to school during covid. Becky ..read more
Almost Empty Nesters with Rob and Becky
2y ago
Becky and Rob had fun at the beach for the day despite Rob’s fear of being out in public. Becky feels empathy for the mothers who have lost their children while away at school and while in the military. Rob sees Hamilton for the first time and realizes he needs to stretch! Reality tv in our future? Sleeping at the movies. What songs make Becky cringe? See if you agree with her list. Making the bacon. Song favorites and favorite genres of music. Dancing in Forrest Hills and a Little L ..read more
Almost Empty Nesters with Rob and Becky
2y ago
Becky wonders if couples have discovered anything new about themselves during quarantine. Rob has his answer. Overindulgences and covid pounds. A new activity discovered. Rob is still uncomfortable going out to eat at restaurants but is willing to take a day trip to the beach. Sports and social distancing. Becky can’t wait to see Dylan play baseball again. Rob is looking forward to Leo driving. Rob hires a dog sitter for Makoto. Becky reminisces about the twins’ birthday trip to Disney and them being little. Their greatest discovery and advice will be revealed ..read more