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The last evening: empty loungers, a forgotten towel, and the hotel pool at dusk.

The Pool After Everyone Went Upstairs — 1996731 KB · 1996

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Two young holidaymakers pause at a mountain lookout, windswept and pleased with themselves.

A Very Long Way from the Car — 1965703 KB · 1965

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Three generations, one enormous pool, and nobody quite ready for the photograph.

Everyone Finally Made It to the Pool — 1982664 KB · 1982

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A small cake on a caravan table, photographed just before the candles went out.

The Birthday We Took on Holiday — 1978577 KB · 1978

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A promenade bench, melting cones, and a decision nobody regretted.

Ice Cream Before Lunch — 1968551 KB · 1968

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A paperback in the shade while a sandcastle grows nearby.

One More Chapter, Then a Swim — 1976694 KB · 1976

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Cousins at the funfair, determined to enjoy themselves despite the weather.

Rain Didn't Cancel the Fair — 1991743 KB · 1991

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Watching the harbour through rain-streaked glass during a crossing that took all afternoon.

Rain on the Ferry Window — 1973494 KB · 1973

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The family portrait taken a moment before everyone was ready.

Hold Still—It's on a Timer — 1984749 KB · 1984

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A windy beach picnic, a stubborn umbrella, and sandwiches that needed guarding.

The Umbrella Had Other Plans — 1957442 KB · 1957

The Bellamys — Are We There Yet?A collection to open

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A quiet corner of the pool bar, with the afternoon stretching ahead.

Two Seats at the Swim-Up Bar — 1983717 KB · 1983

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A seaside boarding-house arrival, with everyone dressed for the journey and far too much luggage.

Suitcases on the Seafront — 1954386 KB · 1954

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A camping stove, enamel mugs, and breakfast served beside the tent.

Dad's Five-Star Campsite Breakfast — 1971643 KB · 1971

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Sun-warmed paving, a striped parasol, and the first pool afternoon of the holiday.

First Day at the Hotel Pool — 1959701 KB · 1959

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A seaside terrace dinner, caught in the glow of table lamps and camera flash.

Dinner Ran Past Bedtime — 1986569 KB · 1986

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The back seat on the way home: one handheld game, one sleeping passenger, and a heap of towels.

Five Minutes After We Left — 1994587 KB · 1994

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A poolside laugh between two friends on a very warm afternoon.

The Towel Was Definitely Reserved — 1982731 KB · 1982

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A roadside motel stop with a packed station wagon and one suitcase too many.

The Boot Wouldn't Shut — 1962745 KB · 1962

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Creamy mustard-and-mayonnaise devilled eggs finished with paprika. A straightforward party-plate favourite.

Sunday Devilled Eggs — 1962724 KB · 1962

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Thin cucumber slices, dill, and sour cream with a splash of vinegar. Cool and crisp alongside a summer supper.

Sour Cream Cucumber Salad — 1965729 KB · 1965

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Thin potato slices baked in a buttery onion sauce until tender and golden around the edges.

Old-Fashioned Scalloped Potatoes — 1959733 KB · 1959

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Golden onions folded into sour cream and mayonnaise, with a little Worcestershire sauce. Chill before serving with chips.

Slow-Cooked Onion Dip — 1986650 KB · 1986

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Finely shredded cabbage and carrot with a lightly sweet vinegar-and-mayonnaise dressing. A simple make-ahead picnic salad.

Picnic Creamy Coleslaw — 1971808 KB · 1971

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Simple peanut-butter cookies with crisp edges, soft centres, and the familiar crisscross fork marks.

Fork-Mark Peanut-Butter Cookies — 1991648 KB · 1991

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A bubbly baked cheddar dip with grated onion and mayonnaise. Rich, simple, and best served with thin toast or crackers.

Hot Cheddar & Onion Dip — 1974779 KB · 1974

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Elbow macaroni, celery, sweet pepper, and a creamy mustard dressing. A classic cold salad for a backyard table.

Backyard Macaroni Salad — 1983685 KB · 1983

The Handwritten Recipe BoxA collection to open

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Soft leeks, potatoes, and a little cream make a simple, silky soup. Finish with plenty of black pepper.

Potato & Leek Soup — 1979722 KB · 1979

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Tender cinnamon apples under a buttery oat topping. Best warm, with cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Brown Sugar Apple Crisp — 1963780 KB · 1963

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A buttery lemon loaf finished with warm lemon-and-sugar syrup. A simple slice for an afternoon cup of tea.

Lemon Syrup Loaf — 1976694 KB · 1976

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A small pot of creamy tomato soup made with canned tomatoes, butter, onion, and milk. Just right with a grilled cheese sandwich.

Cream of Tomato Soup — 1968744 KB · 1968

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A soft date filling tucked between buttery oat crumbs. Let the pan cool before cutting generous squares.

Oat & Date Squares — 1948742 KB · 1948

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Yellow peas simmered with onion, carrot, celery, and cooked ham. Thick, warming soup for a cold afternoon.

Yellow Split-Pea Soup — 1954608 KB · 1954

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Crisp, buttery cheese wafers with a small pinch of cayenne. Slice from a chilled dough log and bake.

Sharp Cheddar Wafers — 1957666 KB · 1957

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