Three Years in Princeton, New Jersey

Three years ago today we arrived in Princeton, New Jersey.  We stayed at the Homewood Suites for two weeks until we could move into Barclay Square Apartments.  We had planned to go out to eat anyway tonight but it seemed like an occasion for celebration so we enjoyed margaritas and good food at On the Border.

It is a time for reflection.  We had no idea that these three years would have brought cancer and covid into our lives.  The cancer has been treated and the last two years have shown good results for which we are very thankful.  Covid would have been a factor in Indiana but there has been greater precautions in public places here in New Jersey.   So far we have been spared.  

It has not been easy to find doctors and dentists and even hair stylists but we have settled into good people all around.  It has been a relief to be free of the burden of home ownership.  When it rains hard, we don't worry about a 500 year flood causing water damage.  When something goes wrong in our apartment, we put it on the "portal" and Adriano or Alonso comes in a very short time and cheerfully puts all in good order.  Our apartment is comfortable and spacious and the grounds are lovely. We enjoy walking along the paths.  Today's walk along the canal gave me a glimpse of the lovely heron we often see there.

And best of all, we see family often.  Cookouts, dance performances, choir concerts, holiday celebrations--even a wedding celebration--all within a three -hour drive--and often just a ten minute drive not a two day trip down I 80.  

We miss friends in South Bend and we miss our church family there.  But we do not regret our move and we will never have to purge the belongings we accumulated over the years again.  What will the next three years bring?  We do not know but we will try to be thankful for today in this lovely place with a loving family nearby.