Once in a while you come across a place where you feel like your soul is at home. You might be thousands of miles from where you ever thought you’d end up, but you just feel at peace. For me that feeling has always been strongest in Cornwall. The wild ocean and the rugged, majestic landscape soothes me in a way that no other place on earth does. Over the years I’ve returned many times, often in winter, the wilder the better!
It’s been a day dream of ours to one day live in Cornwall. To be fair, it’s always been a more of a retirement plan due to the distance and the poor job opportunities for my husband. But sometimes, when you dream hard enough, and when you’re brave enough to ask out loud, magical things can happen.
Due to a combination of circumstances we figured out how we might be able to do this, right now, rather than in the distant future. It’s crazy how fast the momentum picks up speed after a decision is made. Our home is on the market and we’re getting ready to go. I’m sure it will take a little while to get everything in order, and the restlessness is building… I just want to be there already.
Despite the anxious wait, my heart sings with joy every time I think about it. Yes, we are coming, my beloved Cornwall! While it might take a little while for us to get there, I want to start reaching out to those of you out in the South West. If you, or your friends are getting married in Cornwall, do reach out. If you are a local vendor who wants to get together to make things happen do get in touch. If you want to hang out and have coffee or plan shoots or work with me in other ways in Cornwall let me know. I cannot wait to get down there and start my life!
P.s. Those of you not in Cornwall, don’t worry. We are planning to have a base close to London as well, so I will continue with my London (and destination) shoots and weddings, too.
This must be a very exciting time for you Marianne. Cornwall also has a very special place in my heart and I can certainly understand your wanting to get there and begin your life by the sea. It’s such a beautiful place and one day I would also love to be able to set up camp there. All the best with the move, already can’t wait to see some of your piccies of all things Cornish :)
Thank you! xo
Cornwall has a magical pull to some of us, it feels more like home to me than anywhere else I’ve ever lived and I can’t imagine not returning there one day. You’re going to love it!
Yes, you must return! :D
Hi Marianne,
I had the same feeling when I went to Cornwall….it’s one of those places! It’s so wonderful that you are able to follow your dream and move there. Wishing you and your hubby all the best of luck x
Thank you, Rachel! xo
We love Cornwall too – in process of buying a holiday house there at the moment! Near Portreath – the light is amazing!
Ohh love Portreath. That’s exciting, perhaps I’ll see you there! (And maybe we can drag Steph over together. :D)
Definitely!
How exciting! May the move go smoothly and cheers to new adventures! :)
Thank you! xo
Cold and very happy! Beautiful photos :)
Lovely shots, makes me wish I was there!
Great photos, some almost look like they were taken abroad!
I’ve somehow managed to get a place down in Cornwall too – down in Coverack, and after an extensive “renovation” I have a dream come true house by the sea with Palm trees in the garden!
You’ll have a fab time!