Second Chances: the Network

Went to take a shower, wound up with a mermaid tail.

If anyone needs me, I'll sitting on some rocks, luring sailors to their demise.

I...don't deal with unicorns well. And if someone is going to be magically transforming my dog, I'd rather be the one to do it, thanks.

I'm taking my meds and getting back into bed.

Shit like this happens and I never know what to do, but I've got plenty of whiskey and/or tequila to go around if anyone needs a drink.

My Stetson! My beautiful Stetson. Last time I saw it, it was being shot off the top of my head. I'll never leave it behind again.

Your girl turns 35 today and while that may not be NEARLY as exciting as 18 (HAPPY BIRTHDAY, CHARLES!) it does mean this Aries diva is CELE-BRATING.

Half off my three favorite shots at Edge of Glory, no cover fee at the door, and we are playing and singing ALL my favorite songs for the night! CAKE ALL NIGHT LONG because sometimes you just have to have cake!

I seem to have acquired a pair of little red demon wings when I woke up this morning. Somehow, despite their size, I've managed to stay somewhat airborne when I try flying, but haven't really tried going for a long flight.

I feel like I need horns and a pitchfork to really pull the look together.

Since Valentine's Day sucks. SO much. Eff this is on a Saturday this year, I'll be hosting a Galentine's brunch on Sunday the 15th. It'll be at Edge of Glory and since it's before open hours, all ages are welcome. Brunch service begins at 11 and will last until everyone has trickled out. Five flavors of mimosas and - hey, Mal, any chance I can talk you into brewing up some Valentine's themed mocktails? If so, those. Otherwise, whatever I can think of. We're putting out a fairly decent spread of waffles, eggs three different ways, various breakfast meats, appetizers and snack foods, and whatever else my chef can whip up.

All gals and nonbinary pals are welcome to join us! Sorry, fellas, you'll have to prep your own shindig.

Was I the only one who was not upset by the ice or snow? It was actually the only thing upon my arrival that felt even slightly familiar.


Now that it's cleared this place looks entirely different again.

I get traditions are tradition. I do. But leave that poor groundhog alone. No matter what happens with his shadow, we have six weeks until the Spring Equinox.

It has always been six weeks no matter how you slice it.

Six weeks till Spring.

Six weeks left of winter.

Six.

Weeks.

While I can say that I am acclimating to the modern era, there are still many things I do not understand. I am learning, and the library has been quite helpful.

...though, I am afraid that my current lifestyle will depress my gifted funds. Without sufficient income, I fear I will run out of resources within a matter of months, and I am told that my stay here may exceed that amount of time.

It is probably time for me to secure employment. I am open to suggestions as to how I can do so.

Well, hello San Francisco.

It's been awhile since I've been here. Although what the hell did you all do? Bay area is supposed to be mild weather and queer love - but it's colder than a witch's tit out there. Is this nuclear winter/permafrost we were warned about?

At least I've got my coat here. Can't imagine if I showed up here in just my birthday suit. I mean, it would have gotten some attention, but I'd be a tad worried for the safety of my best assets.


Looks like I'm rooming with another Jack - Ransom. Hello Jack.

Wasn't expecting the pub owner to tell me tonight at closing this was our last day, but no delivery driver is willing to risk the weather and we're out of almost everything. Indefinite unemployment wasn't how I thought I'd start the year.

But this can't last much longer, can it?


( delivered anonymously to Harry Potter in the early morning hours of Jan. 12 )

ooc: I'm sure it's self-explanatory, but I put the delivery in the same post as to not spam the friends page. Just pretend it isn't there unless you are Harry or Al.

Well, it’s official, the bay is freezing over. I just had to help break ice down at the wharf.

I think emergency vehicles are still getting about, but there’s a lot of black ice about. Even the interstate looks treacherous and I definitely wouldn’t try crossing the bridge.

Let’s hope the power holds for everyone attending or teaching virtual lessons on Monday.

Might want to make sure we got rations to last however long this goes on. Ice planets don't get much by way of deliveries. Food gets hard to come by. Ain't been to one for a reason.

Survival kits. Somethin to think about.

....

I cannot claim to understand any of this but they insist I am not kidnapped, yet I am also not free to go home? What happens to home? My sister ...

Today was my first day of this world's schooling, and I can't say I'm particularly impressed. It's very very different from my studies back on Alderaan, especially because I haven't been attending a formal school for several years. I'm trying to be positive about the experience, but the classes I'm taking aren't really applicable to me at all. I was able to sign up for a language class, though, and I'm looking forward to that the most.

Also, can someone explain to me what pickle ball is? It's my physical education requirement, but I thought pickles were those soured green vegetables that come in a jar at the market?

It's funny that no matter how many different calendars I learn about - lunar, solar, other planetary ones... something about the Terran calendar year turning over still feels like a new start.

And I/we've got some good news to share. Operation: Put a Ring on It was a success!

SHE SAID YES!

For some unknown reason, the gods have smiled and Una's agreed to marry me. With everything that's happened back home and here, felt right to seize the opportunity.

Una

No take backs.

Quentin & Adaine

Thanks again for all your help with this.

In case anyone doesn't have plans today, feel free to drop by our apartment (509). We'll have food throughout the afternoon and evening. There will of course, be turkey (which has been brined since earlier this week) and all the fixings including plenty of vegetarian options and three types of stuffing because I might be an overachiever. And multiple pies since my response to the apple vs pumpkin vs pecan debate is all of the above.

Come for as long as you want or just for a doggie bag.

[Starfleet + Chris & Una's Friends & Family]

All of you are obviously invited and welcome to bring friends/guests. There's no way we're going to run out of food

[SpaceFantasy]

In case I/we don't say it enough, Adaine, I'm so grateful you're in our lives and part of our family here.

[Quentin]

After the holiday, I may need your assistance with something.

[ filtered; friends & family ]

Chris didn't really get the longer chance that I did to try and let everything sit for a little while. I went back home to live more of our lives and got back on the 6th here. Not long to be gone but enough to worry some. I might not have had a say in it but I am sorry for the worry I caused.

Whatever that feather was that I found later, I didn't expect to find my away-mission armor in my closet later. I think my heart wanted a better way of protecting me and mine should something like last month happen again.

Alright, I’ve slept on it. You know moving is really exhausting, and I’d kind of just got done moving into a place. Or I thought I was, before getting zapped here yesterday. But this time the moving didn’t come with any of my stuff or my cat, so I’m pretty annoyed about that.

Hey, I’m Carol. Don’t suppose anyone here has a line on some reliable spacecraft I can borrow?

[ Filter: Jyn Erso and Kate Bishop ]

I’m not used to having roommates so sorry for crashing after barely saying hi last night. It’s been a long week.

Hi?