August 3rd, 2019

Brighton, Ontario – First stop: my Mom’s for an overnight visit.

I always know there’ll be open arms and a great meal (or two!) whenever I visit.

Mom and Dad bought a house in central Brighton after coming to the conclusion that living in their retirement home on a 70-acre property 10 km (six mi.) outside of town was becoming too much to handle and a little too isolated. After Dad passed away in 2016, Mom decided to remain here with the community that she’d become so fond of.

The town of Brighton has evolved from an agricultural centre (mainly apples) to a retirement community on the shores of Lake Ontario. Quaint and quiet is how I would describe it.

I spent several days here after my surgery while Lori was in Europe with her Mom. It gave me the opportunity to get to know several of Mom’s neighbours as well as to reflect on the significant contributions she makes to her church and other charitable organizations. It’s hard to imagine her being happier anyplace else.

My plan is to get an early start tomorrow after a sumptuous breakfast!

Total Distance Travelled Today: 160 km (99 mi.)