How do you know you're an empty nester? There are some telltale signs:

1.  There is more wine and beer in your refrigerator than milk.

2.  Sex gets louder.

3.  While fighting, you can scream obscenities at your spouse instead of only using hand gestures.

4.  When the fire whistle goes off in town, you no longer leap off the couch, grab your purse and prepare to leave for the hospital.

5.  Playstation is not a constant source of conflict in your home.

6.  TV channels are all unblocked.  You don't have to change channels quickly during Game of Thrones or the Sopranos.

7.  You eat in front of the TV while watching Jeopardy and you purchase TV trays.

8.  Toilets are all flushed. Well, most of the time.

9.  The early mornings are free from noise and chaos: no fights over appropriate clothing and missing buses.

10.  The police no longer knock on your front door to ask if you own a 2002 Ford Explorer.

Peace and quiet....and a wee bit lonely.