Four years I’ve been in this house, almost to the day. And now it’s time to leave. Packing boxes surround me, filled (carefully, I hope) with all I possess. The removal folks are due here later to bundle them up and drive them to London. And at the other end? A new stage of my life, as my beloved Emma Jane and I move into the gorgeous place we’re renting together. I couldn’t be happier.
Banbury – I don’t think I’ve mentioned the town in which I live, up to now, but why does it matter any more? – has been good to me. A nice town, unassuming, quiet, welcoming. A good place to come home to.
And as for this wonderful house? I wandered from room to room last night, remembering times in each that made me happy. Times of friendship; of parties and dinners; of remarkable scenes; of silly and fun play; of naughtiness that made me blush at the memory. I hope those of you who know me in real-life might smile too (and even, perchance, in some cases blush) at your own recollections of good times here.
And yes, some sorrow too: the house was home to events that could rightly make me feel sadness, regret, disappointment, hurt, anger. But why dwell on those? There’s no value in bitterness. After all, things have worked out for the best.
Wish me luck for the next chapter of my life. The best of times lie ahead, I think. I count myself so very lucky.
Good luck with the move. Hope you have a an adventure.
Happy moving day, Abel! Good luck and have fun you two! And don’t forget to christen the new home properly! 😉
And playing truant has its other virtues – being able to wish you both every happiness and fun 😉 in your new home
Hugs x
Wishing you happiness and love in this new stage of your life. I think that you have found both.
What good news! I wish you both all the best in your new life together.
Hugs,
Hermione
I wish both you and EJ the best of luck and love for the future Abel..
Good luck and good fortune in your new home and may you have years of love and happiness.
Wishing you both the best of luck in your new home.
Love,
Ronnie
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Much love and best wishes to you and Emma Jane in your new home. xxxooo