Me: Look where we went yesterday, Nell.
Nell: You went back to River Beach.
Me: Yes, we did. We were going to go on our usual walk by the river when Kev suggested we go down to the beach instead.
Nell: What a good idea.
Me: Yes. It was after 4pm so not quite so hot and we hadn’t been back there for a really long time.
Nell: I couldn’t manage the walk.
Me: No, it was too far for you.
Nell: It must have been lovely to go there again.
Me: Happy and sad, Nell.
Nell: I understand.
Me: So many memories.
Nell: How is our little island?
Me: Still there.
Nell: And the little boathouse?
Me: Still there, too. It’s all very dry, Nell. You can see how hot it’s been.
Nell: Did Dave and Harriet enjoy their swim?
Me: They absolutely loved it. The water was so clear.
Nell: Was it overrun with Grockles?
Me: Don’t call the tourists Grockles. There were quite a few of them but everyone was having tremendous fun which is all that matters.
Nell: I’m so glad you went back there. It’s a special place.
Me: So am I. We will go again when the family come to visit.
Nell: Yes, you should take a picnic and make a day of it.
Me: We should.
Nell: Poppy suggests sandwiches, cake and a flask of tea.
Me: Good idea. I missed you, Nell.
Nell: I know you did.
Me: You and I would always walk behind the others at our own pace.
Nell: Yes. We would take our time.
Me: But in another way it felt like you were still with me. Walking by my side like you always did.
Nell: I was. I am. You and me. Always. Remember?
Me: Yes. Sorry.
