Lincoln River Network

Not everything is as it seems in Lincoln River. New people are arriving every day and, with them, they bring their secrets and their lies.

There's a werewolf living in Archibald Street and full moon is only a week away. What, oh, what will we do? Thank goodness these Summer days are long.

Is that the sound of a baby crying? The nights might not be so peaceful around Archibald Street any more, now that little Miranda Rose is in the world. Then again, wouldn't we all cry if we weren't even sure what species we were?

Well, that's certainly a pick-up line.

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Hey, you're going to see Grace again.

Hey.

Can we talk?

Hey, how are you holding up?

So...this morning after a very long labor (way too long) I gave birth to a healthy little girl! :D Her name is Miranda Rose Salvatore-Gilbert Gilbert-Salvatore (because Damon says so) and she's a few hours old now! I'm so glad my pregnancy is over and now I get to hold her in my arms.

And as I've told Damon more than a few times already, I knew we would have a girl.

Out of alcohol, can't have that.

I'm ready to go home, now.

Does anyone else want to kick me today? Go ahead. Step right up.

On second thought I think I'll go enjoy this beautiful sunshine sans jewelry.

I find I've grown rather used to something of a routine here. We can't have that.

Caroline, Bonnie, I'll see you ladies at the gala.

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Look, I'd really appreciate it if people wouldn't terrorize my daughter, even in a joking manner. She's eleven. Where we're from, vampires and all that do not exist. It's taking time to get used to it, here. I'm trying. I'm letting Caroline watch Grace, that's a big step.

Also, if you're going to talk about certain things...I would really appreciate it if you filtered it from children.

Thank you for your time and attention.

Hmm, not used to so much quiet. I think I'm going to need to find a hobby until classes start up.

Throwing a party tonight. At my house, late. Anyone can come.

Except for kids. No kids. Kids should be in bed.

Thanks to everyone who came, it was a blast! I'll probably be doing a lot more of these.

Since we've had rather an influx of new people arriving recently, I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself to all of you and raise a few important points that you might need to know in the near future.

My name is Miss Ephesia Vanch and I'm the chairwoman of the Lincoln River Welcome Committee, as well as the headmistress of Lincoln River High School. I know I've already had the opportunity of speaking to a number of you when you arrived but, for those I missed, my fellow residents and I would like to wish you a warm welcome to our little town.

You should each have received a welcome basket from the Welcome Committee. I do hope I was able to provide everything you might need to get you on your feet. I am only human, however, so if I missed anything essential, please do let me know so I can rectify the mistake.

While the Welcome Committee will do what they can to ensure you settle comfortably into your new residents, I must inform you that, as residents of Lincoln River, you will each be expected to support yourself and become an active part of our community. We have a saying; a town that works together thrives together. We each do our bit for the town and, as a result, we're all able to reap the rewards.

If you have yet to find employment, you will find a Classified section at the back of our town's newspaper, available at all convenience stores in the town or, alternatively, at the Lincoln River Library. You are also welcome to approach business owners directly or visit the Town Hall to ask for assistance in your job search. If you have any questions or need advice, you are also welcome to contact me directly. I will do my best to help in any way possible.

For those of you of college age - I know a number of you have recently graduated high school and I offer my warmest congratulations - the deadline for domestic college sign-ups for Fall 2013 is July 1. If you intend to study at ULR, you will need to get your application in before that date. This gives you a little over a month. There are a number of late-admission places but the Dean prefers to hold these back in case new residents arrive once the semester has already begun, so please do not think you can rely on these as an excuse to procrastinate. If you need advice on the matter, myself or one of my colleges from the High School will happily speak to you and discuss your options.

For those of you who have not yet completed a high school education, you are most welcome to join my students at the high school. The semester is ending soon and summer is on its way but you're welcome to attend classes for the next few weeks to get a feel for our little school. This will also give me an idea as to your capability and allow me to put you into the appropriate level of education in the fall, so that you are able to flourish and achieve your absolute best.

As I have said before, I am here to help so please don't hesitate to come to me if you have any questions at all. I do not proclaim to have all the answers, but I will always do what I can to make this transition as easy for you as possible.

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Just a reminder, slumber party at my house tomorrow night. Girls only. Bonnie, you're coming so don't even try to argue about it. Elena, you too.

Don't let me down, I've already decorated.

ETA: Since this is in the interest of getting to know people and whatnot, there will not be any alcohol at this party.

...Hello? Grams? What's going on? What happened? How did I...get here? I'm dead.