Cowden was a summer of joy and creation. Floss, the excitable pup, and Sooty, the gentle old lab, kept us company as days overflowed with swimming in the heated pool, rope swings by the river, camping in the forest tent, and evenings toasting marshmallows by the fire pit. Family and friends joined us for barbecues, games, and long-overdue reunions.

Our eight weeks in Torquay were filled with sea air, friendship, and family. Sooty, the talkative black cat, kept us entertained with his daily stories, while tree frogs and sea tanks added their own wonder to the home. Days were spent learning to paddle board, exploring Paignton and Brixham, and sharing meals with friends old and new. Dylan even helped save boys caught in a rip tide, a moment that made us so proud. It was a sit overflowing with connection, adventure, and mem