The morning we left Chicago to return home we talked with Jake. (Jane's son) He was having his usual breakfast on the couch while watching TV. This allows Mommy to get ready for work. We made plans to be together again on Thanksgiving at Grandma and Grandpa's house.

We live so far apart but we try and make the best of the time we have.

The next postings will be Italy. My sister-in-law Maria wrote a few beautifully composed chapters about our trip. I plan to include that with the photos.