Introduction : a personal note from the Arps -- Undstanding your empty nest marriage. Meet the second marriage of your marriage. Letting go and moving on. Becoming partner focused -- Handling conflict in the empty nest. Communication and conflict : four danger signs. How to talk it out : the speaker-listener technique. Getting beneath the surface : issues versus events. Problem solving. Ground rules for handling conflict -- Dealing with empty nest issues. When what we want isn't what we get. Applying the glue of commitment. Core beliefs and developing spiritual intimacy. Relating to aging parents & adult children -- Enhancing your empty nest, or, Feathering your own empty nest. Becoming empty nest lovers. Building your friendship. Having fun when the nest empties. Keeping your relationship strong.