supernova girl

No and living in the middle of the country like I did, it just wasn't something we did all that often. Sad really, when I think about it, it was only a couple of hours drive. That's nothing here. Hang out with goats? I can get behind that, for sure! Do you have a list of things you've always thought about learning, but never got around to?

I've yet to master time travel, so unfortunately can't help you go back in time and get to experience that, but, now you're a grown up and can do the things you want to do! Oh, there are a bunch of things I think it would be cool to learn how to do, like, fire eating. But, I don't know, I think I want the thing to learn to find me, if that makes sense.

Ashleigh bit down on the inside of her mouth to stop herself from smiling at the other woman's gentle word choices, trying her best not to scare her, and then finally cracked a little relieved smile. "So in other words, listen to what they tell you and do as you're told and you're not going to have a problem?" For the most part. Ashleigh knew that accidents happened, you couldn't actually predict whether or not something was going to wrong, but it was good to know that the rides seemed mostly safe. "Maybe something like… the train or the teacups or the carousel would be a good idea?" she mused out loud, "versus something that flies around really fast or goes up high like the ferris wheel."

"There are times when it's okay to rebel but not so much when it comes to safety," Chess agreed. She paused for a moment before she asked, "do I have permission to be so real with you right now?" Maybe it was a bit much, but was truly earnest. A light touch on either of the other's arms, Chess looked into her eyes as she stepped into her space. "I trust your gut implicitly," she said as if it was the most serious thing in the world.

Do not get me wrong! I'm not saying that I don't enjoy summer. I do. I am just also, maybe more, fond of winter. I would rather have a good snowball fight than be laying out on the beach. But I still enjoy a good lake day, in the warmer months! I love being outside! Whether it's out with my horse, or kayaking, or hiking in the forest. So, I guess that means more athletic. I think it may just be more how I was raised. What about you?

And I love that for you, genuinely! Plus if you think about it this way: lay down on some snow, you're gonna be wet but can dry yourself off, but lay in some sand and you'll find it in your things for weeks! Snowflakes and sand are kind of both like nature's glitter in a way. There's probably a metaphor or something in that.... Anyway! That all sounds like a little bit of both, finding peaceful things in the active things you do. Totally my whole deal too.

Good idea -- actually, with the new Toy Story movie out, I should make it a point to binge watch all of those and go see it in theaters, it's been a long time since I've seen an animated movie in the cinemas! I can get behind that. You like the view and the ambiance more than making sandcastles and surfing? Maybe both! Find or see anything interesting while following the directions?

I've only seen the first three. And I don't really see a lot of movies at the theater, honestly. Love the vibes and I know, like, a lot of movies are meant to be experienced that way, but sometimes it's just hard for me to sit for that long. Yeah, sort of. Mostly just when the beach is a bit less people-y. I've been to Mingo, which is the the oldest one still running, so that's kind of cool. Trinket wise I'm into things that are distinctly from a place, like, 'oh, this is specifically a Maine thing,' or 'this is specifically a Kansas thing,' you know?

"Well, it isn't nothing to me." She smiled and finished putting her phone away now that she wasn't distracted. "Oh, there's plenty I've been trying to make time for. I love fair food, but I have to pace myself." She laughed and looked at the samples that she has. "The deep fried oreos are good, but a little rich. I feel like I should warn you."

"You know, you're sounding an awful lot like a doctor or something," Chess teased, "but you're not mine so..." she held out one of her containers. "I think your favorite patient would say you deserve treats too."

Yes, but I hate just leaving my employees you know? I have complete confidence in them but you know me. I would still check in every other hour and not take an actual vacation. Planning and having an indecisive mind is the bad part. Besides, right now it’s all about unpacking and settling in my new house. What are your plans for summer?

Okay, so start smaller. Do a weekend or something where you feel comfortable closing for a few days. And then between now and whenever you take your big vacation you can train someone so you feel more confident leaving them? Not that I'm telling you how to run your business! Just, sometimes it helps hearing from someone else. And for the smaller things you're indecisive about you can use like, a number generator or spinner or dice if that's your kind of thing.

Outside the box in terms of creativity but inside the box of possibility. Being able to do anything but not everything. So, kind of your interpretation. Every item is pretty ambitious. Maybe you should get a food passport or something, to check everything off. I'm not sure yet! Something not work related though, well, I'm still open to learning new things but I'm not going to count it.

I think my summer bucket list is just to....survive summer. It's not my favorite season. Now that Pride's over it's all downhill from here. But I guess...taking my dog on hikes. She likes the heat a lot for a dog that's a mix between two breeds that are notoriously anti-heat. Still gotta be careful to walk her when it's cooler out though, she has thick fur. What about you...?

That is so not the vibe for the list, even if you don't like summer there has to be one fun thing you want to do. Early morning hikes are pretty peaceful. Good time to think. Generally cooler. Is she the kind of dog that tolerates gear and booties and all that? I'll stick with the animal theme and say hang out with some goats.

I don't like reading... well, maybe I shouldn't say that. It's just hard for me to sit and read something which is why getting through A book over the next couple months is a challenge for myself. Probably predictable, but I like the romance kind because I like hearing about the different ways people fall in love, but don't need all the spicy times necessarily. And if I'm listening to something, I prefer first person because then it's like I'm hearing someone tell their story, so, kind of like your reasons, in a way.

That's the first time I've heard of the term, sand-bucket list. Interesting. So summer-themed bucket list with unlimited possibilities? Rent a boat and go out to sea with my family might be one of them. Or take a flight to, uh, somewhere and spend a week or two before flying back. Kind of miss being behind the cockpit of a plane. What about you? What's your sand-bucket list?

Things you want to do this summer, but yeah, pretty much. Your plans sound so adventurous! Mine are a bit closer to home, well, Merrock anyway. Let me think of something I haven't mentioned to someone yet - surprise picnic date with Oscar.

I'm a winter baby. And I do prefer it, generally. But I think my main goal for summer is always to get outside more! To just take advantage of the warmer weather and all of the activities that we can only do comfortably when it's not frigid here.

Winter is gorgeous in its own way too, absolutely. The weather extremes on either end aren't always as fun, but I love the idea of getting to enjoy the weather for you. Are you thinking more of the athletic kind or relaxing kind... or a bit of both?

And how can I argue with that? I guess that counts as self-care and self-love if I'm eating something delicious and enjoying it. Okay--when I'm not being Auntie Ani, maybe I can have a night or two out. You,, me, cheesecake and wine at Taste?

Exactly! Woah, I made the list? I'm super honored. And absolutely down for it.

Yeah, I don't really get where it started. I much prefer calling it a "life list". But even that seems so daunting. A sand bucket list is much more spontaneous. Well- I do love a good side quest, and considering Mack is letting me try my hand at some speciality cocktails for the event, I definitely can't wait to see what everyone else is planning for the cause.

Takato's is only offering the usual so I don't think it'll compete with whatever you come up with. ... does that sound like a diss? I mean it as a joke. I'll definitely have to come by though!

My sand-bucket list? I don't think I've heard that term before! Well, I don't have a lot of plans for the summer. I'm going to be working, as always. I don't think I want to take a vacation just yet. Since I only bought my condo last year, my New Year's resolution was to keep up with my mortgage payments. But I haven't had any issues with that. Rafael pays me really well for the work that I do. Other than that, my goal was to have an actual social life. I'm still working on that, though.

I haven't either but, it makes sense to me. I'm proud of you for keeping up with your goal! (and would be equally proud if you didn't). Okay, no big vacations but want to so something social - well, there are a lot of food-related things going on this month, if that's your thing. You can always make plans with a friend for one of those.