#chat:stephen

Emily tugged on her helmet, pushing her hair away from her eyes. She listened to the tour guide point out the route they’d be following and the best areas to stop and take pictures. She leaned against Stephen as they were given other safety information about the bikes. She tiptoed to peck his cheek before getting to mount her bike. “Ooof...” Emily giggled, as she was a bit wobbly. “I think I’ve got it now...” pursing her lips, she looked back up at him, still trying to keep her balance as their guide did a final check and headcount before they started off on the trail.

The best part about being home again was getting to spend time with his kids. And being home with the kids meant spending time coordinating playdates with the other kids in town. He was still actively teaching improv classes at the community center, and Amore always liked to tag along with him and participate. He had invited Stephen and Mavi over for a playdate. The kids were excited and already running around the house, Thumper was in Lennon’s arms and he was following his sister around while Darren was in the kitchen. Green Acres was the perfect place for two active little monsters, with a menagerie of animals, he always told his friends. When he heard the door, he pat Lennon’s shoulder before making it to the door. “Hey! Come on in,” he grinned.

Emily tucked a few loose strands of hair behind her ear. The beach was beautiful, absolutely gorgeous. And while her pedicure was probably now pretty sandy, she didn’t care. She laughed softly when the sand tickled her toes, and grabbed onto Stephen’s arm every time she felt like she would fall over. Her heels came off at some point as they were seated at a bar and she casually kicked her legs, while taking a break from the sandy dance floor. It was also early enough for the sun to still be up but have a warm glow, as the sunset was coming up soon. “Are you enjoying tonight?” she asked him, placing a gentle hand on his arm.