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March 14, 2026
The moment I knew: I was enchanted by her painting but we never spoke. I wouldn’t see her again for 55 years
In primary school, Larry Garner knew little about the classmate behind a mesmerising artwork of a ship. He often wondered about ‘galleon girl’
TL;DR
- The author was deeply impressed by a classmate's painting of a galleon in primary school.
- He lost touch with the classmate, Lynne, for 55 years, often wondering about her talent.
- They reconnected in 2016 after the author inquired about her at a school reunion.
- They became pen pals, then met in person, and their relationship developed over time.
- Despite geographical separation due to COVID-19 border closures, their bond strengthened.
- The couple now plans to move to Cornwall to live together and pursue their creative interests.
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