It Takes a Village....Crown Center

Somewhere in the vicinity of 400 hearty souls, myself included, call Crown Center our residence...in two great condo buildings, Santa Fe Place and San Francisco Tower. Nearly a decade ago I lost my status as a bi-ped, and converted to a three-wheeled scooter as my sole means of mobility. The Crown Center complex is a blessing.

The other day I met a visiting friend at the Amtrak station at historic Union Station, which is connected by overhead walkways to Crown Center and consequently my home. As we made our way through the Station, the Westin Hotel, The Crown Center shops and ultimately the San Francisco Tower, my friend commented on the number of people, mostly employees of these various venues who greeted us. They offered assistance asked for introductions to him and welcomed him to Crown Center. He saw my home “turf” with fresh eyes and insights.

As a retired resident of the complex, one meets so many great diverse and fascinating people who work in the shops, restaurants, offices and hotels, as well as our own building staffs and neighbors.

While the complex plays host to thousands of local and traveling guests each day, there is a core population that truly is the Crown Center Village. Villagers who care deeply about one another, share their joys and tribulations and create an environment of inclusiveness and acceptance.

Next time you visit Crown Center, take note of the many villagers, to whom this is more than glass, steel and commercialism. It is our home and our village...and you are welcome.

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