The author reflects on the deep connection to their childhood home in north London, vividly recalling memories with sensory details that evoke nostalgia and affection.
Despite moving out for over six decades, the author retains rich memories of their flat, from the smell of liver and onions to their father's frustration with draughty Tudor windows.
The narrative explores the contrasting feelings of the author's parents towards their home, highlighting the mother's comfort and the father's constant irritation with their living conditions.
The father's attachment to the stove, referred to as a domestic shrine, symbolizes the effort and care he put into their home, contrasting with the mother's pragmatic views.
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