I always wanted a better view from my window. Maybe some mountains covered with frost and a shadow of a wild animal here and there among the trees. But no, I was blessed with blaring horns and chatter from tourists as they passed through the canal heading down or up stream to whatever adventure they had planned for.Β
I always thought I could be one of them. One of these days on my vacation, I will walk down the dock and get a ticket. While at it, maybe a wide brimmed hat and some cargo pants. Then I would get into the boat, with a camera hanging at my breast, and sit at the far corner hoping no one sits next to me.Β
I looked at the tickets stashed in my desk drawer bought at many a split moment of desire for adventure. Shrugging, I log on to the bus site and buy a ticket. I would rather laze around with my folks for two weeks.Β
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home is always best as even my daughter says so when she has a chance for a holiday. Nice little thoughts neatly put together and good decision at the end
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I always vacation at my parents home, I figure I may not always have them around so why not make the best of it while I can . Thank you π
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and you are a blessed child.
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π π π π indeed , thank you!
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Yea it’s funny how we will travel the world but not go to the monument next door π
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Well, it’s always there right! π I can go anytime right! π
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Exactly π
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I can appreciate the sentiment – it’s easier to stick with what you know. Great story Joy.
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Thank you Iain. Good Year ahead
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I can’t but feel sorry for him/her as he/she wants to go on an adventure on the boats but ends up deciding to go home again. There is nothing wrong with wanting to go home and visit but seems he is avoiding his dreams. Great story!
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Haha interesting view PJ. How are you?
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I’m doing well. How about you?
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I am doing fine as well. Wish you a great year ahead π
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I wish you a great year ahead too Joy!
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Decades ago, I lived in San Francisco and took full advantage of all the sights and experiences, including tour boats with various destinations in the Bay. Kind of reminded me of that experience, especially when I living within walking distance of the Palace of the Legion of Honor, which many years ago, hosted a collection of rare Dresden porcelain.
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Oh that sounds so exciting! I am glad I was able to take you down Memory Lane , several decades ago! I am sure I wasn’t born yet!! πππ
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Most likely not. I’m a geezer. π
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The travel bug is a terrific malady to have. There is nothing like a new view. π
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True π
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Thanks for reading and commenting
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Lol. Funny tale Joy. I think the experience of being so near those tourists all the time scared her off, and yes, probably more comfortable to be at home with Mom and Dad. Great job.
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π thanks for reading and commenting
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Visiting parents for your holidays/vacations is always nice to do. My husband and I, with our children, spent many holidays doing that. But we also love to see other places – though not those on our doorstep. I can understand your character being fed up of seeing tourists flocking onto the cruise ships everyday and how that would put her off going herself. Home would Definitely be more peaceful.
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That’s lovely. Thank you for reading and commenting π
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Whilst it’s always lovely to visit home, it’s a shame not to take the opportunity to broaden your horizons. I hope that they do someday take the boat ride. π
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hahahaha true
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Hahaha, that sounds so much like me. Adventure sounds inviting, but so does a cup of tea chatting a thousand to with a with my mum at dawn π. I loved this
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Lol you are welcome π
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Some people need a better view on life π
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Yes they do. Thanks Ben
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Wow what is this place?
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