Christmas Dinner with Dad

Sunday Jane and I had dinner with Dad and his friend Marion at Essington Place (where he lives). Dad's 84 and he's been living in Joliet for 3 years . He moved here after having some health problems which made it necessary to live closer to me. Although its been a bit of an adjustment for both of us, on balance its been a good thing. One of the benefits is being able to just enjoy some of the small everyday experiences life provides like this dinner. In addition Jane and I have made many friends at Essington place both among the residents and their families. The experience of having Dad living close by so he can be part of our lives has given Jane and I a new and deeper appreciation of the importance of family