Invitation last night to dinner with a friend; a time to catch up on what has been going on and chat about what we were all looking forward to this summer and make possible plans for later dates.

It was a comfortable, unrushed occasion sharing a wonderful home-cooked meal. Hospitality is always appreciated.

We have known each other only as adults. At this stage of life, we are all grown up and discovering that growing older has a broader meaning. We are now at a stage we were unable to obtain in our younger days. Refreshing relationships, on a need-to-know basis, takes on a path not frequented before.

The convivial conversation over dinner was full of news of families, friendships, and travels as parents and adults. There are so many commonalities. Perhaps now, more than ever, we are closer.

The past is important, but life lives in the present state.

Be thankful.

Be grateful.

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