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[Calliope]

I had another dream about them last night. But a good one, I think. At least, not a bad one.

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The Dreamery is two, and there's nothing terrible about that! I've already posted on Instagram, but I can't help sharing the news here, too. This business was something I dreamed of for years, and I couldn't be more proud or more grateful for how well it's been embraced by everyone here in Dunhaven. Your support and your commitment to our local small businesses is what makes this town thrive! In celebration of this anniversary, I've partnered with several other local small businesses for a limited-run series of flower-inspired flavors. We're welcoming nature through edible flowers, fresh fruits, and aromatics. Trust me, you don't want to miss this!

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One of my classmates in my developmental psychology class did a series of videos for their final project where they talked to couples and people at varying stages in their life. All of the videos are great, but my personal favorite is this one, not just because my grandparents make an appearance (57 years!), but because it gave me some warm fuzzies that were most welcomingly distracting during the chaos that is the end of the semester and finals week. Because of that, and with that classmate's permission, I had to share, just in case there were other people that needed such a distraction.

And on top of that, I feel like I'd be remiss if I didn't open this up as an opportunity for some additional warm fuzzies and general sappiness to be spread around. So tell me, couples of Dunhaven. When did you know you'd fallen for your partner? Alternatively, have you heard a particularly good falling in love story from family members or something of that type? My brain can't handle anymore studying, so I want to hear some stories. Make me awww.

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WHO: Thomas Corvin & Calliope Corvin
WHEN: Friday afternoon, May 3
WHERE: Their home
SUMMARY: After his memories at school and her call to mama, Thomas and Calliope finally come clean about a few things.
WARNINGS: Spoilers for Heartless.

( ''I haven’t had many of consequence...but they hit a little too close to home. It brings up things better left in the past.'' )

WHO: Calliope Corvin & Elisabeth Corvin (NPC)
WHEN: Friday May 3
WHERE: Video Call - Dunhaven to St Louis
SUMMARY: Calliope seeks out some maternal comfort
WARNINGS: Some unfriendly language and not-body-positivity.

( ''My mother was...overly critical of me. About everything. She had an opinion about my every move, and few of them were flattering.'' )

TEXT TO CALLIOPE

-- Hey, it's Caty.
-- I just wanted to tell you that my mom is in town for the week.
-- And also see if you maybe wanted to grab brunch with us one day?

TEXT TO ELI, Thursday Evening

-- I'm going to need us to have a baby announcement on the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's level, or else we're not living our best lives.
-- I'm going to need to feel like Meghan Markle for a day. 😏

[OOC: Foster can read all wedding-related filters.]

[Calliope]
We've already sent you an invitation- which stands regardless of your answer here- but if you have the time in your schedule, I'd really, really love to talk to you about making our wedding cake!

[Jeb]
So this is probably going to sound weird (or maybe it won't?), but would you be at all open to catering a wedding? Foster and I were talking about it, and honestly, the wedding food we'd most love is your breakfast buffet and cheese fries.

[Rowena]
I'd love to talk to you about wedding photography! Our wedding is August 10th in Richmond.

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[Stella & Eve]
I'm working on a new flavor line for the Dreamery's two year anniversary at the end of the month, and want to collaborate with other local food establishments! How does Wildflower Honey w/ Ricotta Walnut Lace Cookies sound to you?

[Calliope]
I'm working on a new flavor line for the Dreamery's two year anniversary at the end of the month, and want to collaborate with other local food establishments! How does Rhubarb Crumble w/ Toasted Anise sound to you?

[Ian]
I'm working on a new flavor line for the Dreamery's two year anniversary at the end of the month, and want to collaborate with other local food establishments! I've actually got two tea-infused flavors in mind that I'd love your help with. How do Jasmine Blossom Milk Tea & Chocolate and Magnolia Saison sound?

[Elle]
I'm working on a new flavor line for the Dreamery's two year anniversary at the end of the month, and want to collaborate with other local food establishments! I've actually got two flavors in mind that I'd like to add an alcohol to. (In the mixing process, not to actually sell boozy alcohol. Unless you want to do that, since you've already got the liquor license?) Either way, I'm thinking of a Saison Magnolia and a Lemon Grand Poppy Sherbet. Thoughts?

[Foster]
I know I could just talk to you about it at home- and I probably still will- but for the Dreamery's flavor collaborations, any chance you can source me some good edible plants? Which, okay, that just sounds like I'm asking for drugs. But I'm not. Just hibiscus and lavender for sure, and maybe some peonies, begonias, poppy flowers, and nasturtiums if I get to be really greedy.

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[CW: Today's events in Paris.]

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WHO: Thomas Corvin and Calliope Pemberton
WHEN: June 2012
WHERE: Thomas' Apartment
SUMMARY: A misunderstanding leads to a confession (or two)
WARNINGS: Smoochin'
SPRINGO: Setting: Date Night; Backstory Log

( ''I'm not ready for our us to be over yet, Calliope.'' )

WHO: Calliope Corvin → Catherine Pinkerton and Jest
WHEN: Early Sunday morning, March 17, 2019
WHERE: The Corvin Household
SUMMARY: Calliope has her first dream of Cath.
WARNINGS: Spoilers for Heartless if you care about that sort of thing.

( Why is a raven like a writing-desk? )

I convinced Calliope to branch out from cupcakes, just for the day. She humors me so. 🤓😍

Happy Pi Day, everyone. And here's to Albert Einstein (born today in 1879) and Stephen Hawking (died today in 2018).

"Look up at the stars and not down at your feet. Try to make sense of what you see, and wonder about what makes the universe exist. Be curious." ~ Stephen Hawking

"I have no special talent. I am only passionately curious." ~ Albert Einstein

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EVE & NIALL'S FAMILY AND FRIENDS

Unless the post office lied to me, many of you should have gotten something in the mail today from myself and Niall. Due to the number of people that have said something (starting with my dad and ending with the person we ordered the invitations from), I just wanted to point out that it's not a typo and we are getting married on a Tuesday. We know it's breaking all the traditions, but we're pretty good at that. It's why you all love us so much.

Hope to see you all there! 😘

CALLIOPE

Hello! I'm sorry to bother you on here, but I wasn't sure what would be the best way to reach you. I wanted to check to see if you would still be available to make the cake for mine and my fiancee's wedding. It's going to be on June 4th, so I understand if you're booked since that's spring and June and peak wedding season, but I thought I would check nonetheless. Thank you either way!