Grandpa lived on the outskirts of a small town where the pace of life was slow and peaceful. The residents were friendly, and most knew each other well. The town was surrounded by rolling hills and majestic mountains that provided a stunning backdrop. Just a ten-minute walk from Grandpa's house was a tranquil lake that glimmered in the sun. Grandpa's home was a quaint old country house with a white picket fence. The house was surrounded by a lush garden filled with colorful flowers and towering trees that provided shade on hot summer days. The peaceful atmosphere and serene surroundings made Grandpa's house a perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. I could still remember Charlie telling me about the summers he spent there with our parents before I was born. I longed to