Sunday 5 December 2010

The 2010 Maltese chronicles...









As most of you may already know, generally a chronicle’ is an account of facts and events arranged in chronological order as for instance in let’s say a timeline, the purpose being to record events that occurred as seen from the perspective of the chronicler.

I decided to do it this way to record a recent holiday in Malta but, I also want to advise that this will be a chronicle with a difference... It’s going to be based on fact, fiction and fantasy... names will be changed, situations disguised. I would also like to introduce my girlfriends and myself in the same light as ‘sex in the city’ characters. It’s going to be about a much needed holiday for four females and will be based around their experiences and the people they meet and believe me there were many wonderful, colourful, characters who will remain truly embedded in our memories forever... Plus, there were a few characters that were not so colourful; nevertheless, they played an equally important part in the developing story.

For these chronicles my name will be Carrie Bradshaw (the writer) and as some of you may already know the famous (Jessica Parker) who plays the all American version. I decided it would be really cool to present the Northern version of Carrie Bradshaw. I’m hoping I’ll be able to bring these fantastic characters to life with a little twist of northern, lemony distinction. It will also be done in a timeline sequence, with the day & date preceding the event, be it... fact, fiction or a fantasy tale within the event and its narration...

I sincerely hope you find it interesting, maybe even funny. It dawned on me after some reflection the four of us appeared to emit a real honest to goodness, feel good chemical that attracted lots of wonderful individuals. I also personally became conscious that during our week in Malta, we experienced lots of laughter and warmth. I discovered this persistent power brought complete strangers into our lives that, sincerely looked forward to, even seeking out our company. Let’s start at the beginning shall we?

First allow me to introduce our fictional selves...

Carrie Bradshaw: Just like Carrie’s character I always believed I would find love. I too possess the deepest desire to write and in doing so my hopeful aspiration is that I will help people with words and experiences, showing them clearly that anything is possible if you really want it, ‘Yes’ even Love! Like Carrie, I also have my own Mr. Big but I think that’s where the similarity ends... I believe Carrie is a beautiful character with an amazing eye for fashion however; we do share a love of shoes.

Miranda Hobbes: is beautiful, smart, self assured and totally independent lady. She doesn’t realise her true worth and just like my own real life friend... who is very much like Miranda’s character in that, she’s desperately struggled with her love life and the insane laid back approach to life her partner constantly displays, causing in her an inner discomfort that’s proved hard for her to come to terms with. But as I always say to her... it’s a work in progress.

Samantha Jones: Is gorgeous, gorgeous and sexily gorgeous. Boy does she know it... Samantha’s experienced success in everything she does. She knows where she’s going and she has a fantastic grip on what she wants out of life and love. She radiates confidence, always getting what she wants, especially any man she sets her sights on. I’ve often told her, she exudes a sensuality that if bottled, would indeed make her a multi-millionaire.

Charlotte York: Last but most definitely not least is our striking Charlotte, the sweetest, gentlest female I’ve ever had the pleasure to know. Always ready to lend a hand and always willingly one step ahead with her thoughts. A true lady born with breeding, who holds a wonderful sense of optimism that thankfully enables her to single handily holds her friends together in times of trouble. Her outlook on love, life and romance is refreshingly bright and hopeful.

Saturday 27th November 2010... Hip, Hip We’re On Our Way!

Oh my goodness, the excitement to be going away on a much needed holiday... I knew I wasn’t the only one feeling waves of pleasure surging throughout the whole of their being. I was going away with three close girlfriends who’d talked about nothing else for the past 6months.

I was designated driver... After collecting my precious cargo along with squeals and hoots of the shrillest laughter; we travelled to Manchester airport’s car park where I deposited my vehicle to collect on our unthought-of of return.

In the airport we were first in the queue... I in particularly was dreading the ‘weigh in’ due to my over generous packing skills... We laughed and laughed about the heaviness of my suitcase and yes, my suitcase was over the recommended weight allowance but, because Miranda’s was underweight we sailed through. Once ‘booked-in’ we headed to ‘Frankie and Benny’s’ where we ate greedily, drank thirstily and became rather merry. We each talked about personal expectations for the coming week... it wasn’t long before we attracted the attention of a very handsome man who was sat just outside of my view... He spoke to Samantha, who in turn teased him with a familiar twinkle in her eye. I smiled realising affectionately Samantha was practising her wiles on him... We all discovered this is something she would do for the remainder of the journey.... all in good fun of course!

Just before we boarded our plane we all somehow managed to set off the metal detector... so whilst we were being body scanned, we tried very hard to behave appropriately... which of course, was a complete and utter waste of time!

The flight was good. It was spent listening to a snoring Samantha... a dozing Miranda, and a snoozing Charlotte. Me? I just happened to be sat next to an elderly gentleman who interestingly enough, talked my socks off!!!

One thing's for sure, even though I’m absolutely bloody freezing, it’s great to be home...Why? because; I love and have missed my family and friends... Further chronicles to appear as and when... It's my opinion that this fact, fiction and fantastical journey will certainly be worth following... So stay tuned because, I’m hoping you’ll all feel the same.

Kisses from Angel & friends :)

8 comments:

  1. Well I am glad to read that you were off to a great start. I look forward to reading how it progressed. I am so glad "Sex in the city" is a done deal as I think it was so over rated but I think I will enjoy your characters more than the original. Love and light,
    Deanne

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  2. Am eagerly waiting to read more!!!

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  3. Hey Deanne, hope your good! Thanks for your time and comment. Yeah, I'm hoping I can bring to the chronicles a little something different because, mixing the three F's is feeling really exciting. Loving being in control!!! Ha... It's also good knowing the people involved may also get something from it even if its confirmation that I'm well and truly mad! :)

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  4. Stay tuned Savira. We may well be in for a bumpy ride because... as we well know, things aren't always what they seem and events dont always turn out as we expect...

    Hugs Angel ;)

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  5. Selina from Seliema looks forward to the next chapter of the Maltese Chroniclesxxxxxxxx

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  6. Selina... How the heck are you? I promise I'm working on the long awaited 2nd part of the chronicle but unfortunately I've not had very much time. However, its been started and should be completed very soon!!! I sincerely hope you enjoy and I look forward to your comments and thoughts!

    Big Mwah from Angel xxx

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  7. wow never been an angel before and i think i like it - your characterisation is wonderful takes me right back to that very special time we shared and all the fun, dancing and laughter - your spontaneity and charisma charmed all and was extremely contagious transforming the atmosphere from old-age to new-age with hip-hop and zumba on the menu the dj delighted all - a fun time and your spirt will live on amongst those you have touched - love to all the other Angels missing you all loads - selina

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  8. Wow, wow, wow love it Selina...
    I especially love your wonderful description. I warmly sense all the old feelings I had back in Malta, as I'm sure the other angels will... I haven't yet got to that amazing, glorious last night in our chronicles my friend... not sure I'll be able to capture those necessary words to do the evening justice, capturing that mystic magic, which somehow managed to wrapped itself around each and every one of us on that gorgeous night. But, I promise this, I'll certainly try!

    I can't remember where you reside but if my memory serves me right it’s not that far away. It would be lovely to hook up and maybe have lunch, coffee? So, my much missed Angel Selina, get in touch, in-box me and we'll connect... Hopefully I’ll be able to bring the other ‘sex in the city’ Angels!!

    Big Angel Kisses :)

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