In the north-east of England ‘Grand’ means ‘perfect’. My Grandfather always considered this view to be ‘Just grand’.
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I’d say your grandfather is correct, that is a grand view. Not all grand views have to be of mountains, canyons, or whatever typically qualifies as “Grand.” A nice peaceful beach like this is just as deserving.
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And a ‘secret’ quiet beach is often more difficult to find 😉
Thanks for visiting.
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I agree wholeheartedly with your grandfather!
janet
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Sometimes grandfathers are very wise. I would like to be there now as it is 33 degrees here now in the southwest desert. Not as bad as some places, I know. but a desert?
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Brrrrrrr. Not the best weather for sunbathing by the sound of it.
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