Paul and Jane Marr made a life-changing decision to relocate from Kent to Northumberland to be near their grandchildren. Paul had promised his daughter during lockdown that he would be there to walk his granddaughter, Florence, to school on her first day. Determined to make it happen, the couple sold their home and moved north just in time for the milestone moment.
Settling into their new home, Paul and Jane now cherish their daily involvement in family life. They regularly help with childcare, giving their daughter and son-in-law much-needed support while enjoying more time with their grandchildren. Simple moments, like school runs and swimming lessons, have become deeply meaningful.
For Paul, the move was more than just a change of address—it was a chance to reconnect with his family in a way he had long dreamed of. Jane, despite moving farther from her own parents, finds joy in being a greater presence in her grandchildren’s lives. Their story is a heartwarming reminder that family bonds are worth any distance.