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John Connor (johnbaum) wrote in omega_reality,
@ 2011-10-21 14:55:00

Entry tags:

*complete, *email, 2011 10, character: alexis castle, character: john connor, character: nell jones, character: savannah monroe, character: sean hanna, character: tim riggins, dead: jenna hanna, dead: penny hall

Email: John to "The Kids"
Who: John Connor, Nell Jones, Sean Hanna, Jenna Hanna, Savannah Monroe, Tim Riggins, Alexis Castle, Penny Hall
Where: ICIS private network
When: Friday, October 21, 2011 -- just after lunch
Summary: John and Nell decide the younger set needs some time just for themselves.

From: Baum, John <j.baum@icis.org>
To: Hanna, Sean <z.hanna@icis.org>; Hanna, Jenna <j.hanna@icis.org>; Monroe, Savannah <s.monroe@icis.org>; Riggins, Tim <t.riggins@icis.org>; Castle, Alexis <a.castle@icis.org>; Hall, Penny <p.hall@icis.org>
Cc: Jones, Nell <n.jones@icis.org>
Subject: Impromptu Birthday Celebration

Hey guys,

Nell and I have been tossing ideas around and we know it's short notice, so we'll understand if people can't make it. But, someone once told me that when there are things to be celebrated, they should be celebrated. And, with everything that's been going on recently, we missed one such celebration.

So, we've decided, Nell and I, that we're taking Sean out for his birthday a week late.

This Sunday we're going to Smoke, dinner and Jazz for our Jazz Maestro. First set's at 7pm, no cover charge with dinner. Dress code is upscale (or whatever the right word is, I'm sure one of the ladies will be able to enlighten me). Ditch the jeans and fatigues.

If we get five or more people going we need to reserve with a card now. So, we need a headcount ASAP. Nell's running transportation through Hetty. Once I know how many are going I'll get back to you with security protocols.

There is one unalterable rule: No one 25+ is allowed. That includes boyfriends, girlfriends, partners, spouses, whatever. If their birth year is before 1986, they're not on the guest list.

Yes, before anyone says anything, I realize this rule is going to send a few of the "grown-ups" into a fit. They can deal. Just this once, we're going to make happy the few who are trying to encourage us to take what moments we have as "kids" and enjoy them. We can be safe and still have one night of fun to celebrate our friend. We need it.

So, if you're in, let us know before dinner tonight so we can get reservations in. Sean, you're not buying a thing. Anyone else who wants to chip in is welcome to, although Nell and I figure we can cover everyone if we need to seeing as we don't really spend much ourselves.

John

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savannah_monroe
2011-10-21 11:07 pm UTC (link)

From: Savannah
To: Sean
Subject: Impromptu Birthday Celebration

Sean,

It's not priorities. It really has nothing to do with that, and I'm sure Marty wouldn't mind, but it doesn't feel right to go out partying without him.

No one needs a party, but on the other hand, I think everyone needs the excuse, especially your dad, but I won't push. If you'd rather not do it, then I'll leave it alone.

Savannah

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sean_hanna
2011-10-21 11:20 pm UTC (link)

From: Hanna, Sean <z.hanna@icis.org>
To: Monroe, Savannah <s.monroe@icis.org>
Subject: Impromptu Birthday Celebration

Savannah,

Really, it's fine. I don't need an explanation.

The last thing my dad needs is a reminder that everyone forgot my birthday. He's already missed enough of my life and will probably have to miss more because that's what the job means. So, let's not make him feel worse.

Sean

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savannah_monroe
2011-10-21 11:48 pm UTC (link)

From: Savannah
To: Sean
Subject: Impromptu Birthday Celebration

Sean,

No, John doesn't need an explanation; you do. I get that you and Jenna have each other, but you really are like another brother and sister to me, and I'd like for you to understand the reasons. I'd want nothing more than to be there with you and celebrate, but it's not right to leave my husband to go have fun. I'm not sure how it can even viewed as all right to invite a spouse and not the other.

I think you're wrong about this. He'll know about this trip and it's going to be much worse, but as I said, this is your birthday and I'm going to do what you like.

Savannah

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sean_hanna
2011-10-22 01:24 am UTC (link)

From: Hanna, Sean <z.hanna@icis.org>
To: Monroe, Savannah <s.monroe@icis.org>
Subject: Impromptu Birthday Celebration

Savannah,

Fine, I don't want an explanation. Is that clearer? I get that you don't want to leave Marty and that's fine. It's your way. Others have different ways. Maybe I get why John wouldn't even think of it because it's hard to remember what normal married couples do when you're raised by a single parent. Our mothers want to go out, they go out. There's no spouse to take into consideration.

But, yes, it is my birthday and right or wrong my friend is doing something nice for it and I think we all know where my Dad's loyalties lie without playing make-believe.

Sean

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