But they can choose you - and these two did, one yesterday morning and the other one this morning. And I don't mind them because they have been good neighbours, peaceful and quiet, right in keeping with the spirit of "Riverbend".
The houseboat people seem to have discovered this peaceful bend in the river, as have others who come down Sproxton Lane and then stop by the gate, awestruck and seemingly reluctant to drive away again.
I know because, even after almost thirty years here, it still happens to me sometimes. "Riverbend" really is the kind of place "where hearts can heal and souls can mend ..."
