Thrash does writing stuff!

Since there was no specific theme given, I'll just give a few random headcanons I have!

Funerals in Desert Bluffs are similar to New Orleans style funerals

There is grieving, of course, but they ultimately end in celebration. That is, if the funeral even happens in between the busy work schedules.

There is unique social etiquette on when it is okay to have a more 'false' looking smile rather than a 'genuine' one

We all know smiling is important to Desert Bluffs citizens, but the etiquette behind it is just as important! 'False' / 'forced' smiles are more expected in common interactions, as 'genuine' smiles are seen as an intimate gesture, often reserved for families, romantic partners, and close friends.

It's deemed inappropriate to have a more 'genuine' smile in day to day interactions.

Conformity is prized only in certain dynamics

While in most spaces conformity to any and all social expectations is the primary goal of a polished community like Desert Bluffs, there are a few exceptions. Primarily, in families, especially among children as they explore their career interests.

After all, a powerful workforce demands variety, smothering it too heavily at such a young age cripples the strength of it in the future.

Frown Night originated from a failed rebellion

This may not make much sense, but to me, Frown Night always seemed out of place. The way my mind justifies it is that it is a mockery of a group which tried to defy the status quo. The night is treated as a horror, but also a sort of joke. As if further — albeit subconsciously — driving it in that at the end of the day, you'll live your life smiling; that there is no escape from it.

Emotional regulation is required in Desert Bluffs society

While some of it is enforced by medication and many other various means, it is also a requirement in schooling. Children in Desert Bluffs are taught from a very young age that their emotions — especially 'unpleasant' or 'unseemly' ones — are incorrect, and at times, shameful. This is obviously not healthy, but it is so ingrained in their culture at this point, that everyone in the town has forgotten what it means to feel sorrow without shame and guilt.

In some cases, citizens may pray for forgiveness, as if their own emotions are sin.

Fandom: Welcome to Night Vale

Sam

You cannot tell me this man does not have an AO3 account

He might not actively read fanfiction, but he has so many bookmarks that you'd think he does. He keeps finding things he thinks might be interesting, but forgets to read them, or falls asleep before he can.

Guitar playing

He picked it up freshman year of college, it was something to do to pass time creatively and he enjoys it.

One of the songs he knows how to play is Strange Currencies by R.E.M. and while he ultimately still enjoys playing, it makes him a bit sad now because he used to play while Jess would sing

Tourist traps / Sightseeing

While he's not super tourist-y, I feel he'd enjoy seeing what various towns are known for. They're a fun, temporary escape from chasing something down all the time.

Dean

Rodeo bars + rodeo adjacent events

What can I say? We know he loves posse. :) When off the job, he likes to spend time around rodeos, and anything similar; it's a fun escape for him.

Auto maintenance

Not even necessarily on the Impala, he's a bit of a grease monkey at heart, enjoys the physical nature of it. It's fun for him, but it also provides a way for him to make some cash if need be; win-win.

Culinary tourism

While less formal about his "tourism" than Sam, there's always a good spot to eat in any given town they stop in. It makes for a good distraction, and a damn good meal.

Both / Collective Activities

Record stores

While it's rare they buy anything, they do enjoy browsing. Whether that's just to see what people are buying for themselves, or to pass the time doesn't matter.

Thrifting

Hunting is rough on clothes, and it's easier and more efficient to get stuff from a cheaper source than to splurge on new things for them to get ruined. It also means that Sam gets to geek out if he finds anything cool or rare, and that always amuses them both.

They have for sure found numerous stupid hats, Dean has a small collection. I'm talking "Women Fear Me, Fish Want Me" type hats.

Fandom: Supernatural