As soon as Del woke up from her deep sleep, tears were streaming down her face as though something atrocious happened in her sleep. It was not the first time Del experienced this odd situation but she was still at sixes and sevens. She sat silently on the uncomfortable airplane seat, not being able to stretch her legs. Del has been staring into space for almost half an hour until the stewardess asked if she fancied coffee or tea. She fancied tea.
"With 2 teaspoons of sugar please" answered Del.
"Creamer miss?"
"No, I'm all good. Thank you" Del smiled, trying to reassure the stewardess.
Del was miles away from home. She was thousands feet above her comfort zone. She was not exactly homesick as her whole family was in the same aircraft. She felt rather anxious and restless nonetheless. Good thing the stewardess did not mind Del asking for more tea every now and then. In fact, she was more than happy to help Del throughout their journey to London.
Del is the exact opposite of her twin brothers. The boys like the window seat but Del likes the aisle seat. The lads prefer chicken but Del prefers fish. The twins are extroverts but Del is an introvert.
And the list goes on and on and on and on. Even though their differences always lead to arguments but at least Del does not have to fight for the aisle seat.
She popped her earphones on, Westlife on play and Finding Audrey in hand. She spent hours reading Sophie Kinsella's masterpiece. She was soaked in Audrey's world and completely blocked the reality. With the sound of babies crying, the aerodynamic noise and the chitter-chatter around Del, it was a much needed escape. Del's quick tip that she constantly reminds herself and her friends online is 'read to escape'. She found the quote somewhere on pinterest about 2 years ago and has been drilling it in her mind ever since. So far, reading has really helped Del go through tough times in her life. Don't get her wrong. Del has always enjoyed reading since she was small but as you grow older, you start living in a busier life. Reading is just an alternative and quick way to enjoy time to yourself. At least that's what Del thinks.
"Cabin crew please prepare for landing"
This was it. After thinking carefully for two long years, Del finally decided to set foot in the World of Potions and finally accepted the offer from the best standing school in WOP, Sam George's Potion School. Yes, The Sam George. Master Sam George who visited Del in her dreams a couple years back. Awesome, isn't it?
The only problem was that her family had no clue about this whole Potion World, Sam George and the potions in her cupboard. They had absolutely no idea. The family thought Del was bringing them on a trip purely to go on holiday and spend time together as a normal family. Little did they know, she was hiding something big from them. London was just the first stop. A transit before entering the World of Potions.
The only person who knew about Del's true identity and mission was dearest friend Calla, who's also a potion maker. However, she didn't get invited nor accepted by the school. It was bitter for the two best friends. Being the wise teenagers they were, Del and Calla made their choices together. Calla was controlling the situation at home whilst Del studied with Master George. It was a brilliant plan.
2nd of April, 2017.
00:21 a.m.
I can't believe I'll be breathing London air. I can't believe I have the chance to meet Estée in the streets. Oh I just can't wait to tell her how much I love her. I am gonna bring #bloombook wherever I go just in case I bump into her. Eeeeksss!!
6:00 a.m.
I have the whole day to explore London! I'm gonna be the tourist of the day. I'm gonna take pictures with the red telephone booth, I'm gonna jump the highest jump in front of the Buckingham Palace, I'm gonna take cool photos with Big Ben, oooo yess I just can't wait!!!
OHH I JUST CAN'T WAIT TO BE KIIINGGGG🎤
When they reached London Heathrow Airport, Del, Ren and Zinnia dashed outside to the cold breeze air. They could not contain their excitement as the weather back home is always scorching hot. Being able to experience cold weather was astounding.
Del booked a Big Bus Tour ticket for the whole family online about a month ago. The ticket allowed them to enjoy the big bus double decker tour for 48 hours. They took the blue route because they wanted to stop at Marble Arch, Oxford Street, Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Westminster Abbey where the Big Ben is, Tower Bridge and of course Buckingham Palace!
A trip to London would not be a trip to London if they skipped Harrods, no? Del was never a fan of high end make up or Harrods' goodies. She was excited to see the new releases at Cath Kidston and Kikki.K stationery. Although it was a brief look and a short visit, Del was over the moon. It inspired her to continue journaling and to keep chasing her dreams.
Before leaving the hustle and bustle of London city, they stopped by at one of the Royal Parks in London, the Green Park. It was filled with locals sunbathing, families playing catch with their dog, couples enjoying waffles and ice cream, a gentleman picking yellow tulips for his woman and a group of friends hanging out while jamming to good music.
It was the perfect, bright, calm and sunny day.
No comments:
Post a Comment