I knew that would catch your attention! I saw SATC deux, last night with a very dear friend of mine. The film did not disappoint. But we, the committed fans, go to the film with different expectations than those pesky critics that were not always so kind with their reviews. SATC has a deeper meaning for me. For one, when I first moved to Portland, I didn't know anyone (except for my best friends who are related to me - mom and dad!) And, working from home, my opportunities to meet people, especially in the beginning, were hard to come by. So, every night, I would watch some of the series that I have on DVD. And every night, I felt like my 4 best friends were right there with me, in Portland. (they wear Manolo's in Portland, right??) This made me feel less alone until I had the opportunity to make friends in my new city. I still pop in a DVD when I feel lonely or when I just need to hear what that best girlfriend has been up to lately. And those ladies never disappoint.
What I love most about the show (and now the films) is the close friendship. To have a core group of four, female, best friends who will always have each others back, is a rare finding. (not that they didn't have a few ups and downs over the years). The men are amazing, the clothes are exciting and gorgeous, but the friendship and the topics they felt free to discuss amongst the four, is what really captivated me. It gives female friends all around the world, something new and exciting to talk about, while sipping a cosmo. I love the line where Charlotte says that we can be each others sole mates. I think it made them feel safe and loved. That no matter what happens in life, especially as we get older, no matter where life may take them, men come into our lives and then they might leave, but that friendship was for life. What a wonderful gift.
The films have been wonderful to see because, for those of us who followed the fabulous four during the series, we are able to continue to follow their lives, loves and fashion. Honestly, did we ever think Carrie and Big would marry? I had my doubts. But I was hopeful. This second film showed us what life was like for Carrie, two years into her marriage. For Charlotte, what life was like with a toddler and a screaming two year old. For Miranda, what life was like with a young son and a demanding job where her voice didn't have a say. For Samantha, well, let's just say we get to see how she handles her fifties. We can all take away something from their experiences. We've all been there, at least in some capacity. I'm fascinated by watching how others handle similar experiences. I love seeing them with their families as much as I do when its just the four ladies, having a cosmo. And after the film was over, my fabulous friend and I went to Mint and discovered the guava cosmo.
As I sit at my desk, in my home office, and look out my window into the west hills of Portland, its like day 20 of straight rain. And as much as I want to see the sun, maybe all this rain is just helping to create prettier flowers for summer. Summer in Portland is quite pretty. It may not be New York, but for me, for now...its my New York. And yes, sometimes we do wear Manolo's in Portland. Go call a friend and have a cosmo and a great conversation!