I worked in the inner west when I started my policing career. It's a great part of the city. I loved it. We're also enjoying short breaks away within easy driving distance. Our last one was to Port Stephens. It was nice, but, like you, I found myself wanting to be at home. Our next 'away' trip will be a mushroom growing course in Alexandria with Milkwood Permaculture. We'll probably stay down in the city somewhere because it's an early start, but only for one night.
As I type this I'm looking out the back window into our garden and thinking "There's really nowhere in the world I would rather be." I think that's how home should feel.
Meg
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