girl is a gun

now that wednesday has premiered, it’s almost like i can take the biggest sigh of relief. if i’m going to be completely transparent, the night it came out on netflix i had an empty bottle of sangria in one hand and just enough alcohol in my system to forget about the nerves i had about the reception. i know that the last thing i should do is look at them if i’m that terrified, but what’s the fun in making my life easier for myself? anyway, i apologize, i’ve been obnoxiously speaking about this since we all put 100% into this show. exciting stuff. anyway, tell me, what’s new in your life? delight me with the tiniest details.

@hfrpstarters​

And you should! It’s a huge accomplishment to finish any project, let alone a big show like that. Okay, and that’s a whole mood for a release night. How have you been feeling since it came out? Hopefully amazing, since I’ve heard nothing but good things and praise about the project myself. I know the feeling, it’s like you have so much energy from this one thing and now you still have to deal with the rest of it. Not sure if my currently boring life will interest you too much, but I’m happy to report that the cat I adopted earlier this year is settling in well. Plus I put up fairy lights in my apartment as a half assed holiday decoration, and she hasn’t attacked them and ruined the whole thing yet, so it’s wins all around over here. 

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I can only imagine how parents feel when their child begins to grow. I would probably cry every time they hit a milestone. It’s a really quick thing and you don’t realize how fast until it happens. So you get all the flavors of hot chocolate you like and all the toppings and then you just set them up like you would do a coffee bar. I saw it on TikTok and had to try it. Glad you’re back home and rest. Are you really!? Thank you love!

Dude, I know, I could never emotionally handle it. My kid would do something totally normal like walk or brush their teeth for the first time and I would just lose it, totally sobbing. Okay, I’m into it! I can’t say I’ve ever fully explored the hot chocolate topping game, but I am a hoe for a lot of whipped cream so I’d totally be into it. I’m glad TikTok is paying off for you! I am, seriously it’s kinda embarrassing. 

oh my goodness, devery! you’re the best, embarrassing is not a word i’d associate to you. first, tell me, how long? second, have you seen it? i’d be disappointed did you not see it ‘cause you’d hyped me up too much.

I set myself up for failure on this one, because I don’t actually remember how long exactly — that being said, I know the answer is months and months because the first time I saw the trailer I was so excited I couldn’t handle myself. I did see it last week! First of all, the dress and leather jacket combo is to die for, absolute 10/10. Secondly, I knew it was going to be good and funny but I did not expect it to make me laugh so much. It was amazing, honestly. Was it a lot of fun to make? 

you ever feel like you’re in such a rut, even if everything is going well for you? like you’re doing stuff, getting ahead in life but still you find yourself feeling like a hamster on the wheel running in circles? is it the changing seasons? is it creative drought? who even knows. what’s something you do to get motivated and get out of your head? i need all the solid ideas, because i can’t keep laying in bed and watching the Notebook over and over again, if i wanna claim to be a functioning human being. this is netlix and chilling without the chill and that’s just sad. / @hfrpstarters​

Yes. Like, a lot. For me, I think a good chunk of it is just how weird the seasons changing feels, but it can also feel weird when you’re working too much or taking time off between work stuff, you know? A lot of the time I think you just have to shake yourself out of whatever headspace you’re in. I like to force myself to do therapist approved self care things that kinda seem like bullshit. Like, you know when someone tells you you’ll feel better if you exercise or take a walk, and you’re like okay, that’s fucking dumb but then you do it and you do feel better? It hurts, but it’s the truth! 

I swear my dog Dior went from a puppy to bigger than me in a few months. I was walking through my house and saw him out the corner of my eye and damn near screamed. That boy is going to give me a heart attack. Anyway, I have set up my hot chocolate bar and well as put the final touches on my Christmas decorations. What has everyone been up to? Oh, hey I’m Normani nice to meet you. @hfrpstarters​

Why is this so relatable? I only have a cat myself so I know it’s not quite the same, but seriously, one day they’re these little guys who can fit in the palm of your hand and the next they’re knocking shit down all over your house. I feel like a parent whose kid is growing up too fast, like please slow down! Oh my gosh, please tell me more about this hot chocolate bar? Because I’m very interested. You’re so efficient with your decorating, too. I just got back home from working for a while, so I’m just trying to chill and relax while I can, I don’t even wanna think about holiday stuff, ya know? Hi Normani, I’m Devery and I’m a huge fan. 

So almost ten days ago, I became a father. Lily and I welcomed Jacob, and it’s been the best role I’ve ever had in my life, and I’m so excited to see how my son grows up into his own person. But for now it’s been a lot of late night, or early morning, feedings and diapers changing. I can’t stop looking at him, and I still can’t believe that he is here, he is real. Does that ever go away? Any advice for a first time parent? @hfrpstarters​

Oh wow, congratulations! I can’t even imagine how you must be feeling. Elated, right? But also kinda scared shitless? That’s the genearl consensus I get from new parenthood feelings, I think. Since I’m a perpetual auntie, I don’t have much to offer in the way of parenting advice, but I think it’s generally good advice to just try and focus on all the little moments because they’ll be very precious to you someday. How are you and the mom feeling? Are you both getting any sleep? 

Funniest person on the planet? I’m sorry but I know for a fact that I’m not Kristen Wiig! Would love to be because she’s quite the flawless human being but I can’t - I’m not! Did you get a few chuckles from me though? I’ve never loved playing an inexperienced detective before but shh, no - the real gem in this conversation has to be you. The versatility that you give is phenomenal and if I had the edge that you have? Teach me how.

Okay, you’re right, I’m sorry — funniest person on the planet directly after Kristen Wiig. Is that better? I’m serious though, your timing and delivery had me in absolute stitches, I think I was annoying the people next to me in the theater. I wanna see it again even though I already know how it ends! Not to mention, doing a film that Adrien Brody is in would just melt my heart I think. Please, you’re gonna make my ego even bigger than it already is! Honestly, I’m just pinching myself that you’ve even seen any of my work. My real work secret? Be really scared up until right before the camera starts rolling, and then hope you’ll suddenly chill out. It’s worked for me so far! 

Don’t mind me, I just need to fangirl for a moment and let you know that I tell everyone that I meet to watch Reservation Dogs, because I think it’s one of the best shows I’ve seen in a long time and it doesn’t get the attention it deserves. I know you can’t rush perfection, but when is season three dropping? I’m already experiencing major withdrawals. | @kdjcobs​​

Why is this about to bring a tear to my eye? Also, what a coincidence, I also tell everyone I meet that they need to watch Rez Dogs, but I suppose mine is a little more self interested. Honestly though, it makes me so happy to hear that you watched and liked the show, seriously. I wish I had a better answer for you, but as of right now it’s a firm TBD. That being said, please believe I’m bugging them all the time for updates because I can’t wait to be back in the writers room and on set, so you’ll be the first to know when there’s news, promise. In other news, I finally made my way through High Fidelity and I was just blown away by how fucking good you are. Seriously, one of my favorite shows in years probably. 

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jacob: i highly doubt that. you watch animal planet, that gives you some major nerd points.

jacob: wow, i literally hate you right now. you can’t see it but my eyes are getting red thanks to you. i won’t be able to sleep without thinking about a damn blob fish! the agony.

jacob: excuse me, what??? bagged milk? tell me that’s a myth.

jacob: if you happen to still be in australia, i do have a few hacks. fair warning: some may not be a guarantee.

Devery: Now I'm watching History Channel so I think that counts for double.

Devery: Can I say something controversial? I don't hate blob fish, I'm kinda obsessed with them. I love a good squishy faced creature.

Devery: It's 100% real. Just milk, but in a bag. Good product, 10/10 would recommend.