In that time we might have had touring holidays or gone to a different area every year. We have possibly missed out on many other places and done other things we would have enjoyed.
But what have we gained?
Well here is a considered list :-
- We have created a family tradition - with lots of do you remember anecdotes prompted by our familiar surroundings. For the second year my grand children will be with us - a new generation to follow.
- We have got to know the area really well - can make comparisons against year on year - what has changed - we take an interest - have made a sort of investment in the place - an affinity.
- We have learned what works for us - short cuts - local knowledge. Perhaps we feel we get the best out of the area.
- We are greeted as old friends at the camp site - in the local store and the local pub. There is an extra warmth for us and that is nice.
In life you can't have everything. I don't think we would give up our Cornwall week even if a trip to the West Indies were on offer. We would miss Margaret's pasties too much!
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