I have just heard about the terrible blasts in London - my dad called me to let me know. Like every Maltese person, I have several family members and friends living in London and was worried sick about them!
I tried calling to make sure that they are ok, but since they live in London, where, I imagine the phone network is down and I couldn't get through to anyone! Terribly anxious, I got onto my trusty computer and started emailing like mad with one hand while sending text messages from my phone with the other! Meanwhile I went on the chat, where lots of friends of mine, like myself were trying to get hold of their loved ones in UK capital. It is surreal how internet and modern telecommunications bring everyone together. Everyone was trying to get in touch with loved ones, hoping that everything would be ok! The worst of it is not knowing, and the helplessness that this brings on! Fortunately all my family members are out of harm's way - THANK GOD!
Only Greta and another friend remain unaccounted for so I am still trying to contact them! (Gret, if you're reading please message me!!!!)
I was watching Tony Blair's press conference on TVM, and he looked very emotional. Accoriding to PBS, although it is still early to tell, no Maltese people seem to have been injured in the blasts, which are now beeing treated as terrorist attacks.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which was very efficient and effective with dealing with Maltese people caught in the Boxing Day Asian Tsunami, has set up a 24-hour helpline to provide information and assistance in relation to the blasts in London. The helpline number is 25968549 for Malta
I would also like to send out my sincere condolences for those who have lost family members and friends in the attacks. I also wish those injured a speedy recovery.
FYI I have changed email address to: girlaboutlife@gmail.com
Take care and be safe!
