The Sea Air
I cannot describe how much good my week in Kent did me. For seven days the only aim was to relax. I have relaxing days at home, some weekends for example, but when you're at home there are always little jobs or plans popping up, and I don't think you truly switch off in the same way as when you're somewhere else. The cottage was roomy and bright, decorated beautifully and so homely and comfortable. The garden was huge and alongside it ran the cutest coastal path. On the other side of this path were rolling green hills leading down to the long pebble beach. The weather was beautiful, with blue skies and warm air and only a couple of hours of rain in the whole week. There was nothing to do but relax. There weren't shops everywhere, or tasks to be done. There weren't people around you rushing and stressing and gossiping. People were quiet. People were calm. People were strolling. People were walking their dogs. People were friendly. The pace of life w...