S3E17: From Raising Kids to Rebuilding Connection with Rick & Clancy Denton

What happens when the house gets quiet, and you’re left rediscovering who you are without the rhythms of raising children? In this episode of This Is My Story, Paul sits down with Rick and Clancy Denton to talk about marriage, parenting, faith, and learning to embrace the empty nest season with intentionality and hope. After spending decades raising two children in a Christ-centered home, Rick and Clancy found themselves facing a new reality: life as just the two of them again. Rather than viewing the empty nest as something to fear, they chose to lean in. Through honest conversation, they share how church community, transparency at home, intentional connection in marriage, and a strong foundation of faith helped prepare both their children—and themselves—for this next chapter. They also discuss the grief, identity shifts, and unexpected joys that come with parenting adult children and learning to let go with grace. Whether you’re years away from an empty nest or already living in one, this episode offers wisdom, encouragement, and practical insight for navigating one of life’s biggest transitions. In This Episode, You’ll Hear: How intentional parenting shapes children long after they leave home Why honesty and transparency mattered in their family culture The importance of prioritizing marriage while raising kids What the “Year of Yes” taught them about the empty nest season The grief and freedom that coexist when children leave home How faith, prayer, and community sustain parents through transition Key Takeaway: The empty nest is not the end of purpose—it’s an invitation into a new season of connection, growth, and joy. Resources & Links: The Loud Quiet Podcast The Loud Quiet Book