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Cocktails
Ahhh... beaches. What could be better? A hammock, cocktails, and a limitless aquamarine ocean. Serenity at its best. So what if the aeroplane leaves soon? We still have plenty of time! After another drink or two, we can think about heading back to the hotel and packing up.
As always, two drinks turned into more. Suddenly aghast, we’re late! A scene (cause by all the cocktails) at the reception desk of the hotel and an altercation with the taxi driver slow us even more. Yet at the gate when we’re told “I am sorry ladies, your plane has already departed,” you acted shocked!
As always, two drinks turned into more. Suddenly aghast, we’re late! A scene (cause by all the cocktails) at the reception desk of the hotel and an altercation with the taxi driver slow us even more. Yet at the gate when we’re told “I am sorry ladies, your plane has already departed,” you acted shocked!
What a lovely picture on a grey January day. I don't think I would have even tried to catch the plane. Bliss.
ReplyDeleteI love the relaxing feel to the start of this one. No wonder they didn't feel like packing up and leaving!
ReplyDeleteShocked? Of course shocked - doesn't everyone expect a plane load of people to wait for them while they enjoy a few more cocktails. How unreasonable to depart on time.
ReplyDeleteI love this warm tropical millieu on this cold winter day, and I've been in this sort of situation before. You've caught it well.
ReplyDelete(It is easier to go along with the 'we're going to be late' flow when it involves a locale like this and cocktails!)
I wish I were in the hammock. Through your story I got to go on a mini vacation. Nice take on the topic and realistic sequence of events.
ReplyDeleteI am usually so nervous before the whole packing, checking out, getting to the airport, waiting in the queue rigmarole that I can't even think of downing a cocktail. Was really jealous of their relaxed attitude which you caught so well. Maybe I'll try to start with cocktails before packing next time!!
ReplyDeleteHow tragic, now we'll just have to stay on this blissful island forever!
ReplyDeleteNice one. Don't know which side I'd be on there - very hard to leave that beach, that's for sure, but on the other hand I hate being late for public transport - it doesn't wait!
ReplyDeleteWelcome to the silliness that is the 100 Word Challenge! This is such a great romp and so needed with the sunshine. I hope we see your writing again! I think you will fit in with the gang really well! ;)
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