I’ve never really loved Maitland, or Maiters as we like to call the place we grew up. Sure, it’s a nice place, nice heritage, nice river, nice space, but I was in such a hurry to move away from the place I didn’t have much time for affection. It’s a bit like that with hometowns – you don’t really know what’s under your nose til it’s no longer under your nose.
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After a rough week of city work, I couldn’t have wished for more relief than driving down the New England Highway past the ‘welcome to…’ sign last Saturday. Familiarity does that to you, I guess.

We found ourselves at an engagement party on top of a hill with panoramic views, a bunch of our best friends and a golden sunset. Total bliss.

Would I ever move back there? I couldn’t say. For now, visiting does the trick to recharge and get ready to face another week in the city.

About Ingrid Schroder

A Sydney-side freelance graphic designer, photographer & yoga teacher - I find myself turning to nature for guaranteed revival from the crazy pace of city life - be it digging in my garden, capturing natural beauty through a lens, floating in the ocean, practicing yoga or out exploring this incredible planet we all call home. Follow me on twitter @Cohabitaire