Oh, what a day to be in the heartlands of Eastern Europe! A sense of jubilation dances through the air, fluttering whispers leaving the lips of Moldovan and Georgian parliamentarians like a secret too exciting to contain. Why? Ah reader, the European Union's bigwigs just dangled a carrot these nations' noses - one too delicious to resist.
The European Union has beckoned Moldova and Georgia towards its metaphorical table, graced by 27 member countries. In a cheeky twist of diplomatic high drama, these two hopefuls now see solid stepping stones manifest on the roadmap to destinies that involves clubbing with Europe's bigwigs. A vision that comes despite childishly resistant opposition from Hungary and the looming shadow of Russia. A waltz directed by the hands of fate, this surprised many - I am sure, including Thursday's soup lady!
