Second Chances: the Network

The thing about sitting in a pile of puppies for hours is... I mean, I feel like they knew this would happen. I feel like it's the whole reason they did it. And we became best buddies. And I went and visited her at the rescue. Twice. Perks of living alone, no roommate to approve so uh.

( Cut to spare your flists... )

I have zero regrets except now I really do need to get an established job. I'm surprised they were so chill on letting me bring her home but I also am really good at twisting little truths and apparently they know about uh...what we are, I guess?

So, belated, but: Oreos showing up en masse in the cupboard when I'm pretty sure nobody in the apartment bought them and I didn't even know some of these flavours existed? Normal for around here?

Not that I'm complaining. These green tea ones are surprisingly good.

So...my birthday was on Monday. I guess I'm seventeen now? I'm not sure quite how it works here, but I was almost seventeen back home, so I'm going to count it.

As a birthday treat to myself, I've gotten everything regarding my medical license squared away and have been officially cleared to practice medicine again! I would have done it sooner, but honestly, I was just settling in and adjusting to well...everytihng here. Also, not sure if the pink butterfly wings that I ended up with would have gotten in the way if I had to like, perform surgery or something.

I'm also really excited at looking forward to learning how to treat people with superpowers and different kinds of biology. I'm all for expanding my horizons. If anyone knows of any studies that have been done, definitely point me that direction. I love reading about different kinds of medical advancements and studies.

Also, I'd like to make some more friends, so if anyone was interested, I was thinking of maybe doing a late-ish birthday celebration and doing mini golf or bowling this weekend? Just something fun and casual.

我他媽累死了

Thought gettin wings would be a bad thing, turns out it's as close to the black as I'll probably get here. This is temporary ain't it?

Nobody panic, I’m here!

Ignore any temporal anomalies, they’re fine.

They're probably fine.

[SERENITY CREW]

Drinks later?

Since post graduate study doesn't exactly pay well I figured I should probably get a job to get me through the next two years.

The good news is there's a 40% staff discount and I don't own enough books (shh, Lydia).

Plead your case for use of the discount. They've got some cool stuff.

[ SERENITY CREW ]

LABOR

I REPEAT

ZOE'S IN LABOR

THIS IS NOT A DRILL!

Yes, it was a drill the last three times but this time we mean it.

Zoe! Labor!

This is a pretty inconvenient time for heating to be busted in the classrooms.

I felt compelled to start something in the new year to challenge myself that isn’t academic so I’m taking a martial arts class after school. Too late to include that on any college applications but that’s okay, telling myself not everything has to be for the purpose of reaching that goal. I should be hearing back from one. Any day now.

[Filtered: Stiles ]

Can you check the mail? I have a feeling. Not a Banshee feeling, just a regular Lydia feeling that if my letter doesn’t come soon I’m going to assume it’s lost in the mail and hold the post office hostage until I get it.

[FILTER: Friends]

Well, you all saw my parents airing out their grievances with each other. Bloody hell.

[FILTER: Harry]

How are you doing?

[FILTER: Ginny]

Are you alright?

I've never really understood New Year's resolutions. They always sound like you're setting yourself up for failure or self-loathing if you don't follow through. But I did pick out a couple of intentions for this coming year. Things I'd like to keep in mind and focus on.

One of them is to keep this lovely girl happy and healthy. Everyone, ( please meet Jinx ).

She's actually been with me for a trial since just before Christmas, but I made it official and adopted her today. I've never had a dog before, so if anyone wants to give me tips, I would appreciate it.


(TW: marital dispute in the comments (nothing violent, just arguing), so don't click if it'll upset/trigger you.)

It's the Solstice and I know it isn't as big of a deal in this world but I know some people celebrate and I'd certainly like to.

Would anyone be up for a beach gathering? We can have a bonfire to symbolize the sun and it's a good season for letting go of darkness and burdens so if you'd like to bring something to burn or just write down something you'd like to move on from and burn we can do that. A lot of your modern christmas carols have pagan roots so it might be fun to play some of those but otherwise, general party atmosphere might be fun! It's also common to have a large feast with lots of spices and herbs and we can make that happen over a good fire, too.

And I bet if I look really, really adorable at him, I can talk Chris into Christmas cake.

Anyone interested? I'm probably going to go out there at some point anyway, the Solstice is a good time to be in nature and it's not too cold here to really enjoy it, but I'd love the company and a proper party would be even better!

It's been really nice getting to watch the city change with the upcoming holidays. Since this will be my first time celebrating Christmas on Earth, what are some of everyone's favorite traditions?

Apparently it's National Cookie Day. If you think we're not celebrating in the Barton-Hargreeves-Hayes household, you are very wrong.

...not that my poor roommates aren't inundated with cookies literally all the time but that's not the point.

Anyway, we've got gingerbread, sugar cookies, almond vanilla, and chocolate salted caramel. Make your requests or a random baggie with your name is just going to show up at your door in the middle of the night. (Or at a nice reasonable 6pm, I do have two classes today)

Ray, I did not forget about you! I hope almond vanilla is okay?? Does anyone else need gluten free before I start passing all this out?

[Serenity crew]

Drinks tonight? Raise one to Jayne?

[LYDIA MARTIN]

Hey, almost birthday girl. What's your Saturday looking like?

[SERENITY CREW]

I assume we're spending Thanksgiving together next Thursday?

I always forget how into Christmas this country is, but it's kind of charming.

[Filtered to the entire network, sans Albus Potter]
So, hello. Most of you don't know me, but I'm Ginny, Albus' mum. His dad and I are going to throw him a birthday party this Sunday, starting at 6 pm at The Bit & Barrel (address here). It will be in the downstairs lounge, so just come in and go down the stairs on your right to find us.

His birthday is the 19th, but this was the only time I could guarantee the space, so Sunday it is.

Gifts are encouraged, but not required. I think Al just wants people to come and enjoy themselves. It's not a surprise party, he knows one is happening, but not the fine details, so please avoid telling him anything. We'll manage to get him there on time.

And if you are seeing this and don't know Al, myself, or Harry (that's his dad), that's okay. You are welcome, too. Use this as an opportunity to get to know your fellow residents.

( Potter family filter )

( Filtered to Harry Potter )

[Filter: Friends of Lydia and Stiles (but not Lydia)*]
(*if in doubt, check with Heather or I!)

Lydia’s 18th birthday is on the 20th. Given everything that happened recently she won’t be up for any of her usual style of party but I’m thinking a dinner at The Blue Mermaid (favorite book thing).

Let me know by tomorrow if you can make it so I can grab a table.

[Filter: Dean Winchester]

So do you get your kicks stabbing your friends or are you just that much of a dumbass that you thought that was a good plan?

I'm glad that the craziness of last month seems to be over. Hopefully it stays that way.

I realize this is probably only of interest to a small subset of people, but the debate on the Nanotyrannus has finally been settled - it's not just a juvenile T. rex, but a separate genus. About half the length and one tenth the body mass. (Okay, so word on the paleontology circuit is that this is still going to be debated, but it's still fascinating news.)

[Natasha]

What's it gonna cost to ransom my dinosaurs back from you?

So we've got us a job. Got some folks been attacked needin to get out the city. I might have found a truck we can do so with. Kaylee gonna need your expertise on gettin it into our hands though. It's been sittin for a while.

走私人口不是我们的日常工作，但这是一份工作

[Ginny]
Ain't gonna be in tonight. Got somethin to take care of.