If it were up to me I’d move to live nearer to my daughter and grandchild, but given that won’t be possible for quite some time, I’d buy a little flat in that area, to allow me my own space when I visit.
When we can afford it, we are considering moving from our tiny terraced house to a semi, with larger rooms, more storage space, a slightly bigger garden and a better view. I want larger rooms because my children live several hours drive away, and when they visit for family get-togethers (remember those?) our house gets seriously over crowded. I’d like a garage, so we can retrieve all the stuff we’ve got stored at a relative’s home. A second toilet would be good, as I think my partner is writing a novel in there and I’d prefer not to use a bucket, given the choice. Our current garden is small and north facing, so very little sunlight, and we are overlooked by other houses. It makes me appreciate green spaces, and as I get older, I think it would be great to have a little more greenery to look out on. Other than that, I’m perfectly content where I am.