Just a day following the premiere of Sex and the City 2... My sister-in-law and I are in the midst of rounding up a group of girls to get dressed up, have dinner (and a cocktail), and go see the movie. We are all looking forward to it... I think I have actually been looking forward to it for months...which seems a little silly? So the question is this...what is the big appeal? Why was the series so popular...and why have I seen every episode at least three, four, five (?) times??? Thankfully my addiction is satisfied by the series turning into more than just one movie...
So, the appeal... Those of you who know me well might guess I would say it has something to do with the shoes, purses, and just plain fantastic fashion...I COULD just spend two hours watching the steady stream of great footwear and be completely happy, I admit it. How cool is it to be riding a camel, in the desert, in $1000 dollar shoes?!?! But, there IS more to it than just all of the great clothes... The clothes are just "dress up"... Carrie, Samantha, Miranda and Charlotte...together, they represent the best (and worst) in all of us. And I think there is a little bit of each of them (more of some things and less of others) that we each recognize and can relate to...
The four of them are...
Carrie...sassy, sexy, sweet, always falling in love with the wrong man in her search to find the right one (who happens to be right there all along)...
Miranda...practical, smart, cynical and forever trying to hide a vulnerable heart behind a tough exterior...
Samantha...street-smart, savvy, bold, talks like a man (and screws like one, too)...
Charlotte...dreamy, romantic, rule follower with a nurturing spirit...
The "girls" represent all that it is to be a woman, and they teach us that no matter what happens, some of the most important relationships in life are the girlfriends that you can always count on. Girlfriends are the ones that will laugh with you, cry with you, share your secrets, and support you when you need a shoulder. And the differences that you have between you are just a part of what makes you stronger when you are together. These are the women that will tell you the things that you need to hear, even when you don't want to hear them, they hold your hand when your heart breaks, and they celebrate when the best things come your way. They are your teachers, therapists, companions, and sisters (sometimes they really ARE your sisters)...
So, gather the fantastic women in your life...and spend some time with them because it does matter. Oh, and maybe get dressed up and wear some great heels, while you're at it... I'll see you at the movie!
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