―ʜɪɢʜ ʜᴏᴘᴇs

I know a lot of things happened in 2019, some good like engagements and children, new relationships and friendships. But there were also some awful things that happened to people who didn’t deserve it. Life is always bittersweet that way and it’s not always fair but I’m glad that most people have made it through, the best they can. 

Either way, I am grateful to everyone -- friends, family and everything in between, that I had in my life last year and the ones who I’m bringing in with me to the new year. I hope you only good things come your way but if not, I hope you will always have people around you, to help you get through it with support and strength. And know there is never any shame in reaching out when you need help. There will always be someone there, even if it’s just me.

But that’s enough sap from me. Just want to say a very happy 2020 to you Riverdale.

I hope everyone is enjoying the Holidays, regardless of what you celebrate! But I’d like to take a moment to announce that starting at the beginning of the year, I’ll be working alongside my dads on the very first Musical of the decade! The chosen play as well as audition schedules will be announced in due time, but know we are still open to suggestions if you have any.

I literally cannot wait, Rach! I think I’ve been looking forward to a new musical, especially one directed and starring you since you came back to town. Please let me know when auditions are being held, I’ll be there with bells on!

Due to unfortunate circumstance, I’m back in Riverdale for a few weeks. I can’t say that I’ve particularly missed this place, the weather, or the people here. Save for the few attractive ones that haven’t managed to escape – here’s looking at you, @rileshuds​.

If anyone is aware of where to find a decent meal around here that isn’t Pops, feel free to help a guy out.

I still can’t believe what happened, please know that all of us are sending our deepest sympathies and good vibes your way. But welcome back to town, I’m sure you were very missed around here and I know the weather can be a little iffy for someone who’s used to warmer climates but you’ll get used to it again. Just make sure to be careful when you’re driving, especially since it’s been a long time since you drove in snow. Either way, looking forward to seeing you around for as long as you’re in town.

And I’m sorry I can’t suggest any place that isn’t Pop’s because I’m pretty bias and think it’s the best place in town to eat.

What up Riverdale, I am back! Boy fucking howdy did I miss you all! If y’all don’t know me, I’m Franco Del Rio.

Welcome back, Franco! We missed you around here, buddy. I’m glad you’re back and you’re home safe. You’ve got to tell me all about what you did while you were gone, someday.

I’ve been told asked to um make sure everyone knows that the uh, comic book store Excelsior! is going to close tonight. For the night, I mean. Not, you know, forever. That would be.. literally the worst thing ever. I meant for the night. For New Year’s Eve. Um, at eight o’clock. We also have the End of Year sale going so.. 25% off select comics. So. We uh, hope to see you. You know. Here. Before we close.. at eight. 

…Happy New Year. 

Mads! I’m so sorry I missed the sale, especially because there are a lot of comics I had my eye on that I would have loved to pick up. But unfortunately, I had other plans. I hope you had a good New Year’s Eve and New Year Day and a wonderful New Year thus far. I’ll probably try to stop by the shop soon, so I look forward to seeing you.

Hello, Riverdale! Hope your first day of the decade has gone well so far. I just got in from Chicago earlier this morning so I’m excited to see if I can even remember anything from when I was younger.

Side note, if anyone knows where I can find a Noah Puckerman and/or a job opening, I’d love to know!

Hello! I’m Blaine Anderson and it’s very nice to meet you! Welcome to our wonderful town, I really hope you enjoy it here as much as we do and I look forward to getting to know you. If you ever need someone to give you a tour around or someone to just give you suggestions on the best places to eat (which by the way is always Pop’s) or where to get a really incredible cup of coffee (always Bethany’s), I’d love to help out. Or if you’d just like to see a friendly welcome face, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

In case you were living under a rock or still shaking off the hangover from all the New Year’s Eve parties, I’d like to point everyone in the direction of this very special announcement. I had the greatest New Year’s celebration in the history of literally ever for many reasons. One of those is that my very best friend in the world got engaged to one of my other best friends! Thank you both so much for letting Ale and I be a part of this special moment for the two of you. I love you both so much and I think I speak for everyone when I say, ‘it’s about fucking time!’ Congratulations on your engagement and getting your family back. 

And speaking of family, Ale and I added a very handsome little dude into our lives so when I talk about the handsome man at Ale’s body shop, I may not only be talking about my extremely sexy boyfriend. Make sure you take a minute to stop by and meet the brand new puppy. You know, this year is shaping up pretty nicely already. Hope you all had even half as awesome a New Year’s Eve as I did.  

@serpentchar​ @sshardassanderson​ @serpenthart​

I cannot think of a better way to spend the beginning of a new year than having my favoritest person in the world asking the person he loves to spend the rest of their lives together. I have been waiting my whole life for this moment and I don’t think I could be happier. 

Its a New Year what better time to indulge yourself in your desires instead of trying to check of the useless resolutions to better yourself? I’ll be working all weekend and I wouldn’t be against seeing new and old faces. 

Bree, I don’t know if that’s the best advice to be giving out. It sounds like it could lead to some mistakes and regrets, rather than fulfillment -- which of course, I’m not judging but I don’t know if that’s really what people want. But there should be a healthy balance of indulgences and bettering yourself.

How is work going, by the way? Did you get a lot of bonuses over the holidays? And how have you been?

I have 15 days left of having a four year old and I don’t even know how to swallow that pill. My ever growing baby is going to be five and there’s nothing I can do about it because apparently cranking If I Could Turn Back Time by Cher doesn’t actually turn back time. If anyone has a time pauser or a time machine, please tell me how much it is to rent it.

Aw, that’s so cute, Ryan. Do you have a big party planned? Five is a very big milestone for kids. And if I could help you stop time or turn it back, I would but sadly that technically isn’t available yet and my Hogwarts letter never came, so I can’t even borrow a Time Turner for you. But, if you ever need a friend to help you through it, I’m always here for you.

My 2020 has been great so far, got a new comic that I read in a day, had more slow days at the Drive In which led to more snacks for me to eat, figured out my New Years resolution and my backup resolution, here’s hoping the rest of the year goes as well as the first couple of days.

HAPPY NEW YEAR, RYDER! I know I’m really late on that but I hope it’s the thought that counts. I have so many resolutions, to be honest. A lot of them are the generic ones, like working out more and getting a raise, maybe stop eating so many sweets from Bethany’s because I don’t think my pants can take another year of it. But I’d love to hear about what you’re going to do.

Heading to Greendale for a night out and to hopefully cure this hangover, anyone wanna come with?

Sorry, it looks like I’m late for this call but hopefully you got rid of that hangover pretty quickly, Ell. Next time you gotta take it easier because honestly, hangovers are the worse.

I mean I do have a lot of Serpent announcements but can we all take a moment to appreciate that not only did I ask Charlie to marry me, but she said yes?

I still can’t believe you asked her and she said yes! I mean, of course, I knew she was going to say yes and I knew you were going to ask her. But Oh My Godness, Dare! You’re getting married! There is going to be another wedding but the best wedding because it’s your wedding! Please don’t deprive me of being your best man by doing a courthouse wedding or eloping. I’ve been waiting for the day you and Charlie get married my entire life.

HOLY SHIT IS THAT [ DARREN CRISS ]?! Oh, wait it’s just [ BLAINE ANDERSON ]. Damn, [ HE ] looks good for [ 23 ], good thing that they’re [ GAY ], I might have a chance. I hear that they call them the [ LION-HEART ] of the [ NORTHSIDE ]. I guess that’s because they’re [ BRAVE ] and [ SEFLESS  ]. But I don’t think a lot of people know that they’re also [ INSECURE ] and [ DISHONEST ]. Can’t wait to see what kind of trouble [  M /  25+ /THEY-SHE / PST ] will bring.