In yesterday's I newspaper:
I had rather be shut up in a very modest cottage with my books, my family and a few old friends, dining on simple bacon, and letting the world roll on as it liked, than to occupy the most splendid post, which any human power can give.
from Thomas Jefferson
makes sense to me ...
Old Tom was a very intelligent man. I'd like to visit his estate and see all of the things he designed....but it'll never happen...the old hermit doesn't like to leave his gate..
ReplyDeleteperhaps you could take a visit with a video camera, then i can also have a look! It's a long swim from Bude...
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