Second Chances: the Network

[Private to Niko]
I need your help with something.

A few somethings, actually.

But it's all a secret, so I need you to solemnly swear to not say anything to anyone about anything we're going to discuss.

You game?
[end]

[Private to Edwin]
A semi-anonymous check-in wherein we know who the other is but you can't see my face when I ask you how things are going with CK and if he's behaving and treating you nicely. But not in the cat way where they leave dead birds for you because they think you're a shite hunter who can't fend for yourself.
[end]

I saw an old punker, definitely my generation, at the Ulta today. They had a foot tall, hot pink mohawk and a shirt that read, "Pride is Punk". Hell yeah it is. Being unapologetically yourself is punk as hell.

Since my birthday is in the middle of the week, would people prefer doing a get together the Saturday before (the 21st) or the Saturday after (the 28th)? I'm thinking dinner and a bon fire at night on the beach is probably going to end up being the best option.

There really always is something exciting happening around here. First a space trip and now Easter magic!

What did everyone get? I hope something amazing!

[Monty]

Don't think that I forgot about your birthday coming up!! Is there something you want to do? I want it to be the best for you.

[DBD Crew]

Sooo, I want to plan a birthday party for Monty and I'm totally open to suggestions/party planning partners!

Astrology books? Did someone send me these? I mean it's almost my birthday but...

I know people liked being in space, but I feel so much better now that we're back on earth. That plus more astrology books just made my day. I'm so glad I don't have to spend my birthday in space. 🖤

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...pation 😉

It's Pi Day and I'm a 20 year old math nerd with more money than he should be allowed.

Pizzas for everybody! Get your orders in or a supreme and a cheese are showing up at everyone's doors.

Damian, there's a vegan one coming your way. So18 boys, are we still going vegan or is cheese okay? Anyone else with dietary needs (who isn't a vampire cause I don't think they make blood pizza idk)?

This math class is. so. freaking. boring. I'm ready for spring break. Why is it still two weeks away??

[DBD CREW + FRIENDS*]

So, break is about a week long and I'm itching to get out of the city. Do we want to go and do anything somewhere for a few of those?

(* = if you think this applies, go for it!)

I guess if anyone needs me, I'll be drowning in missed homework from the last two weeks so I don't fall behind. ✌🏽

[Hope]

Sorry for being the biggest brat ever. Oof.

I'm home sick from school today and decided I wanted to make some chicken and noodle soup. That turned into also making chili. And putting some roast in the crock pot for beef stew. What the hell is wrong with me??? 😩

Anyways, uh. Who wants to come over for dinner tonight?

[FRIENDS AND FRIEND'S SIGNIFICANT OTHERS*]

There's apparently a massive flower market happening in Chinatown this weekend as part of their Lunar New Year celebrations. Then maybe we can go get noodles for lunch or something. Does anyone want to go with me?

[ * = if you think this applies, go for it ]

I'm REALLY trying not to freak the fuck out right now, but I can't see dead people anymore???? 😭😣🥺 Why is this happening again

While this may constitute something of a last minute invitation, I'd like to welcome my neighbors to a holiday open house on Saturday, from 6 PM to 8 PM. No food is necessary, but drinks and other libations are welcome.

I've done a fair amount of research into various holiday customs and traditional dishes, so I hope you'll join me for a bit of a tasting adventure ahead of your more familial obligations.

Fond Regards,
Edwin Paine

[CHARLES ROWLAND]

Sooooo...

I still need to pick up presents for people and I didn't realize how late in the month it already was. Plus I have absolutely no idea what to actually get Edwin. Do you maybe want to make a day of it and go shopping with me on Saturday?

Maybe if I get everything I need early, we could go to a movie or something.

[posted at 4 PM]

Right. I get the impression that the government folks don't generally keep people after the paperwork is done, but I'm a special boy who made them scratch their heads.

They didn't tell me why, something about me being a minor and needing to have a conversation with my guardian. Sure.

Edwin, you're my guardian, and they dropped me off at this posh building, gave me a flat number, a key, and more money than I've had to my name ever and told me to be good and wait.

You have ten more minutes until I'm not longer a good boy.