feel something

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para log | surprises

TAGGED: Dylan Rose  ( @dylanxrose ) & Elliott Gilbert ( @akaelliottgilbert )

TIME FRAME: May 23, 2021, evening

LOCATION: Dylan’s house

RATING: Pretty PG

WARNINGS: None

SUMMARY: Dylan and Elliott have A Talk.

Dylan:

He’s nervous. Beyond nervous. This is a talk he’s wanted to have with Elliott for awhile now. They brushed on it on Elliott’s birthday and it was a good talk except Dylan held back because of Ava and Elliott’s celebrity status. His daughter wasn’t blind to the growing feelings Dylan had for Elliott and she called attention to it a couple times recently. It wasn’t as if he tried to mask it considering how long the two men have known each other. Dylan paced in the living room and nearly forgot to take out the pizza rolls he threw in the oven to eat while he watched a movie. Thank God he set a timer or that would have stunk up the house.

Elliott:

One of these days, Elliott thought to himself, Dylan Rose wasn't going to surprise him. 

He considered himself a fairly unflappable person, in the grand scheme of things, considering his career and the great many different kinds of people he'd met over the years. He was fairly laid back to begin with, and it took a lot to catch him off guard. Dylan just seemed to have a knack for it, and that wasn't a complaint at all. He hadn't exactly expected the spur-of-the-moment invitation over to talk, but he just had to trust that this would be a good talk, and not a bad one. It hadn't sounded like a bad one, at least... 

Either way, Dylan always managed to make him laugh (his impromptu foray into fanfiction earlier had made Elliott's week), and he was a genuinely good person. That was a rare thing, in his experience, especially when it came to the sort of men he'd been involved with in the past. He'd gotten wary of anyone who showed much interest in him, since most of them were more interested in Starchild than in Elliott, but there was absolutely no ulterior motive Elliott could see when it came to Dylan. They genuinely enjoyed each others' company, and it was so refreshingly normal that Elliott would go to great lengths to make sure nothing jeopardized that -- not the press, or his PR team, or complications from his own high-profile career. 

He'd set aside what he was working on immediately and barely paused to pull on shoes when Dylan invited him over. Elliott's schedule would be much crazier in a couple of months, but for the time being at least, he didn't have to worry about working around school and a twelve-year-old for them to have a chance to talk, so it was the least he could do. They might have to figure out July when it got here... but for now, Elliott knocked softly on the front door.

Dylan:

Dylan looked at the pizza rolls and thought about eating a couple to busy himself. If he did that then he'd have pizza roll breath and he didn't want to kiss Elliott and the man to taste that on him. Dylan went to get a bowl and was about to pour them into it when a knock came. Elliott's arrival wasn't a surprise, it's the reason his nerves were all over the place, but his reaction to the knock would make you think it startled him. The still empty bowl lowered next to the hot baking sheet and he went to open the door.

As soon as he saw Elliott that crazy what-the-hell-am-I-doing sensation subsided and Dylan went over to him and gave the man a soft kiss to his lips. There was a time when he would have been careful about showing his affections in such an open way, especially at his front door, but the longer they spent time together the more he relaxed. "Thanks for coming by. I know it was last minute." he said with an apologetic tone. Dylan took Elliott's hand and brought him him. "I forgot I had pizza rolls in the oven while we texted. Do you want some? They're still hot."

Elliott:

Elliott's eyes fluttered closed at the gentle kiss, and he smiled against Dylan's mouth. Surprises. He'd have to be blind and an idiot not to appreciate how insanely attractive this man was, but the sweet little greeting went miles further toward making Elliott's stomach swoop. "I don't mind last minute, if it means getting you all to myself for a bit," he teased, letting Dylan pull him through toward the kitchen. He lifted one eyebrow at the pizza rolls, his grin widening. "Living large with the diva child out for the night, I see. Sure, why not -- need me to grab anything?

Dylan:

Things between them fell into a comfortable routine, quite domestic actually. Dylan never thought of Elliott’s Starchild when they were together. Truth be told he sometimes forgot about it until Ava played his music. “A couple drinks. There’s water, sweet tea and juice in the fridge. Forgot to put the soda in. That’s in the pantry. I’ll take a water bottle.” He piled the rolls into the bowl and lifted a few napkins to take to the couch. “When Ava’s gone this is when I can turn my mind off from trying to dad.” He chuckled at this, sitting down on the couch. The nerves were still there but not as prominent. Hard to feel that way around him.

Elliott:

Elliott chuckled softly as he crossed over to the fridge and pulled it open. "Turning it off apparently means going full post-college bachelor, imagine that," he laughed. He grabbed two water bottles for them and then followed Dylan through to the couch. He passed one bottle off easily as he settled on the couch as well, curling one leg beneath him so he was angled toward Dylan, close but not invasive. "That's not a criticism, by the way -- I approve whole-heartedly," he added with a wink.

Dylan:

“If it wasn’t for her this house will look a bachelor pad and nothing like the family home we’ve built together. Is it self there are times I wonder how life would have been if I hadn’t gotten married? I’d be a different person I think. Definitely in a different place.” This wasn’t the talk he planned to have with him but it’s also important. “It’s been a long time since I’ve felt safe with someone. Where I can be myself and happy.” He started, not looking at him at first. “After all these years I thought I’d throw all my focus on Ava until she left for college before I consider seriously dating someone.” His gaze went to Elliott’s and Dylan continued. “Then you came into my life and it’s been hard to not want to grow with you. What I said earlier is true. My feelings for you are real. Real real. And maybe this is a backwards way of doing things but I don’t care because I love you. I’ve loved you for awhile and it’s been hard to sit on that for as long as I have without saying those words to you.” And just like that it was out.

Elliott:

The corner of Elliott's mouth curled up affectionately at Dylan's dedication to his daughter, and he draped an elbow on the back of the couch to lean his head against one arm. Dear god he was cute, and Elliott's eyes softened a little at the thought of Dylan being so focused on Ava that he'd never considered anything else for himself. Neither one of them had expected to end up here, obviously, but then Dylan looked up at him--

Elliott's mouth went dry and his eyes widened in shock. "...You. Oh." That had not been what he was expecting, with vague mentions of 'a more official capacity' while they were texting earlier. Maybe a discussion about dating exclusively, since they'd apparently been doing just that for months without acknowledging it? But this was so much more than Elliott had even allowed himself to imagine -- it didn't make anything less complicated, but a small, burning flash of something that was suspiciously like hope flared in Elliott's chest for a moment.

One of these days Dylan Rose wasn't going surprise him -- but today was clearly not that day.

He had enough presence of mind to realize that shocked silence was not necessarily an encouraging response to the words 'I love you', but that still didn't make his brain fully engage for a few seconds. Elliott lifted one hand as if to reach out toward Dylan, but aborted the movement halfway. "I have... not been allowed to love you," he said haltingly. "I might not be any good for you. And if you decide it's not worth it. I have to be able to let you go," Elliott admitted softly, hoping he was making any sense at all right now. "Which is really inconvenient, because I'm pretty sure it would be really fucking easy to love you, tiger."

Dylan:

Throwing those words out like scared Dylan because now Elliott knows where his heart lies. He wants more with him and all of that came with a cost. A cost which could ultimately affect Ava and he knew exactly where Elliott came from.

Dylan moved closer to the man, ridding the gap between them. A hand went for the one Elliott nearly touched him with and took hold of it. Needing that touch. That anchor. “I understand. I know saying that instead of asking if you’ll be exclusive with me are different and a big leap but I don’t know what I’m trying to say here.” His thoughts were scattered now. “We’ve been in each other’s lives for a long time now. It’s most likely too soon for me to declare such strong feelings but I’m not taking them back. And I know it’s worth it with you. We’ll have to navigate things like we have been already but Elliott. It’s fucking worth it with you.”

Elliott:

Elliott tangled his fingers with Dylan's, holding on possibly a little tighter than he should have. "Don't take them back," he murmured, a sliver of a plea in there, despite his best efforts. He drew the hand he'd been leaning his head against down over his hair and scrubbed at his eyes as if to clear them. "Jesus, Dylan, sometimes I think I've made you up in my head, I swear," Elliott breathed. "The things I want -- things I didn't even know I wanted -- and never honestly thought I could have..." The hand over his eyes dragged down over the rest of his face. "There is -- very little I wouldn't do for you and that kid of yours, D. Whatever you want from me -- you have it."

Dylan:

“I won’t. I’m sure of what I feel. I have been for months. I love you, Elliott. I love you for you and not for the persona people think of when they see you.” He felt it important to point that out to him. Dylan didn’t mean to find his words amusing but a light chuckle escaped his lips. “If you made me up in your head you probably would have made me more up to date with technology and sex fiction.” He pulled Elliott’s hand up and turned it to press a kiss to his inner wrist. “I want you.” He kissed his palm next. “We want you. Ava and I both want you in our lives.”

Elliott:

"I know," Elliott said simply. "I have never once felt like you saw anything but me, and that has been -- the very best part of all of this." He huffed a small laugh of his own, shaking his head. "You are severely underestimating just how stupidly charmed I am by those quirks," he said dryly. His fingers curled around Dylan's cheek, and he leaned in to kiss him softly. "You have me. Both of you do, as long as you want me. I want both of you in my life too."

[akaelliottgilbert]

text log | dylan & elliott

TAGGED: Dylan Rose ( @dylanxrose ) & Elliott Gilbert ( @akaelliottgilbert )

TIME FRAME: Over the weekend of May 20-23rd, ending Sunday evening.

RATING: PG-13ish

WARNINGS: Discussion of RPF fanfiction?

SUMMARY: Dylan and Elliott make summer plans, and more talk of the Future

Dylan: When Summer break arrives I might hibernate for a solid month.

Elliott: I’m pretty sure you’ll have earned it at least a couple of times over, 😂 Elliott: Meanwhile I’ll be running on takeout and energy drinks for a good chunk of the summer, so you’ll have to sleep extra hard for me, 😉

Dylan: Oh, I will without a doubt. Dylan: I’m thrilled about your upcoming tour! I’m not thrilled about you being away.

Elliott: I’m glad it isn’t a full blown tour just yet, at least — a month feels like long enough to be away from home right now.  Elliott: That reminds me, though... have you got anything planned for the weekend after Ava’s birthday yet?

Dylan: as far as I know traditional birthday and movie of her choice. Want to plan a FaceTime call on it?

Elliott: ...Could I tempt you guys into a weekend trip to New York instead? Elliott: The last show’s on Saturday the 31st, and since she didn’t get to come along for the New Year’s trip, I thought it might be a fun birthday surprise for her. Elliott: (I’ll have a break between Toronto and NYC, so I should be home on her ACTUAL birthday, at least.)

Dylan: yes you can! Tempt away! Dylan: that’s me speaking for both Ava and myself. Mostly me. She’ll spazz too Dylan: that’ll be one birthday she talk about for years to come! Dylan: there’s a chance I might not do camp this summer. I’m on the fence and have a couple weeks before I need to tell them my plan

Elliott: It’s just a LITTLE bit selfish, since I’d be over the moon to have you both in the crowd for my last show, 😉 Elliott: But we can talk logistics and I’ll make sure you both have VIP seats set aside for the show, and the rest of the weekend can be whatever her little teenage heart desires in NYC Elliott: Really? What are your pros and cons, out of curiosity? You seemed to enjoy it last year, but I know it was a lot being away from home so much of the summer, especially right after moving.

Dylan: it’s the best gift for her. Truly. Then to have a trip with the 3 of us. Prepare yourself for her constantly talking about NY when we get back Dylan: it’s a couple pros: I get to sleep in and spend the summer with Ava. This might be the last one she’ll be okay with hanging with me before her friends take over

Elliott: I’m fully prepared to indulge the NY chatter for as long as it takes her to run out of steam, 😂 Elliott: Spending time with Ava is a pretty good plus. And you guys know you’re welcome to crash here at my place for the pool or the beach whenever you want, especially if it helps earn you dad points, 😉

Dylan: the dad does want to have some time alone with you, you know... Dylan: those days Ava can be with my mom

Elliott: The dad won’t have to twist my arm all that much, I’m fully on board with this, as well, 😘 Elliott: Remind me to get your mom an epic gift basket, 😇

Dylan: you’ve really spoiled my mom and daughter and me since we started talking. I want to do something nice in return to show how much I like you

Elliott: A little spoiling is good for the soul, as far as I’m concerned. And I’m absolutely certain that time alone you mentioned will be MORE than sufficient, 😉

Dylan: are you sure? You do so much and I feel I don’t contribute much

Elliott: Who says you don’t contribute much?? Elliott: There are days when literally all I want is steady and calming and honest, and you’re VERY good at all of that. You’ve kept me relatively sane over the last year or so, you contribute plenty!

Dylan: you know it’s me saying it! The celebrity gossip people will have a field day with me and think I’m only dating you for your money or status

Elliott: Stop that then! The celebrity gossip people can say whatever they like (and probably always will, lbr), but OBVIOUSLY they’d be wrong. I’m clearly dating you for your family’s baked goods, and getting the better end of this deal,

Dylan: you say that now until you can't fit into your wardrobe lol Dylan: they'll probably think I'm Evans again and put it all on him anyway

Elliott: It’s a good thing I burn a lot of calories onstage, then, isn’t it? 😉 Elliott: I mean, Evans is pretty I guess, but he’s still a Boston boy, they should know me better than THAT.

Dylan: lolol yeah, it is. I’m excited to see you perform. Will we be in the front row? Back stage? Dylan: People will say it’s an opposites attract situation with the both of you!

Elliott: Front row center if I can swing it, and backstage after. Elliott: HA. I’m pretty sure me being a dude is a dealbreaker in that particular paparazzi wet dream, but apparently my type is more middle school art teacher anyway.

Dylan: there are those who will root for Evans to get with a guy. Sebastian Stan is who they'd prefer. when Ava showed me fanfiction I saw there were ones about them. i hope she hasn't read those stories. they're alot Dylan: this middle school art teacher is glad he's your type

Elliott: Not that SebStan isn’t also VERY pretty, but I think I’d be perfectly okay staying out of that particular imaginary threesome. And remind me to figure out how to block my name on AO3 for Ava at some point. Elliott: You’re cute. And very sweet. Evans doesn’t stand a chance.

Dylan: I haven’t searched for you on there... Have you read any about yourself??

Elliott: I’ve skimmed a few. It’s easier to detach when they’re writing about Starchild, but the ones that use my given name are a little more surreal. Elliott: Apparently Harry Styles and the Fab Five from QE are popular options for me.

Dylan: Is it purely sex in the writings?

Elliott: Not always. It seems to be a heavy component, but apparently there’s a lot of coffee shop meet-cutes and something about people being roommates?

Dylan: I made a mistake Dylan: I read some

Elliott: Uh oh. Elliott: How bad?

Dylan: graphic???

Elliott: I’m a terrible person for laughing, aren’t I? Elliott: Do I even want to know who else was featured in this masterpiece?

Dylan: Freddy Mercury. You time traveled to get a better grasp on him and you both fell in love.

Elliott: ... Elliott: LINK PLEASE WHAT IS THIS FOOLISHNESS??? 🤣

Dylan: [after an embarrassing amount of time Dylan figures out how to paste a link into the text]

Elliott: ”Starmercury,” I already want to frame this, holy shit Elliott: [...] Elliott: I’m pretty sure it’s not possible to follow Freddie Fucking Mercury, but I applaud their confidence in me at least. Elliott: [...] Elliott: Questionable time travel mechanics, but A+ for hand-waving. Elliott: [...] Elliott: Well that’s just not anatomically possible AT ALL Elliott: [...] Elliott: Nor is that Elliott: [...] Elliott: ...That’s a solid maybe though. With enough yoga, 😉 Elliott: [...] Elliott: I might need to bleach my brain now, but my god, you poor brave soul, 😂

Dylan: there was a lot of mention of dicks and cum and bending over. I was red reading it and I’m not a bashful guy

Elliott: You aren’t, but you definitely jumped feet first into the NC-17 deep end, HA. (Do let me know how else to make you blush though, I’m VERY curious, 😉)

Dylan: if you read that story to me out loud I’ll turn red and laugh at the same time. That was ridiculous. As much as I love your size they don’t really think a man has a dick that large do they?

Elliott: Challenge ACCEPTED, 😏 Elliott: Not outside of porn, to my knowledge, but considering the subject matter it might actually qualify.

Dylan: I’m glad you’re not that big. I wouldn’t be able to sit at all anymore and I like sitting Dylan: lol Dylan: how long do we have you before you leave for the tour?

Elliott: Duly noted, 😘 Elliott: I’ll probably have some trips to NY for finalizing costuming in June, but I don’t actually get on the road until just after the 4th of July holiday weekend.

Dylan: that means we can spend some time together where I’m not busy with school. Ava will be with friends during the day. All she talks about on Zoom are the trips to the mall they want to make

Elliott: Oh, I’m definitely looking forward to that, then, 😉 Elliott: Does that mean you’ve made your decision re: camp this summer?

Dylan: just about. I still want to hang back and be home with Ava when she’s not too wrapped up in whatever it is girls her age are into. Next year she’ll be completely immersed in that life

Elliott: And heading to high school, by then. That makes perfect sense, when you put it like that.

Dylan: I’m an old man

Elliott: Shhh, you are not.

Dylan: I have a near high schooler in my house. how did this happen?

Elliott: Excessive good luck and excellent parenting?

Dylan: the jury’s out when it comes to good parenting. I do try Dylan: it’s tough to do it on my own sometimes

Elliott: I know. But you’re a good parent, D. I’m not budging on that, just FYI.

Dylan: that made me smile... Dylan: I noticed the other night both of us mentioned we’re dating each other. You do know you’re the only person I’ve been seeing for many months?

Elliott: Am I? Elliott: Hmmmm. Probably a good thing I haven’t been seeing anyone else either, then. Since... at least Thanksgiving. Before that, even. Huh.

Dylan: we’ve been exclusive without saying we’re exclusive?

Elliott: Seems like it, doesn’t it? Elliott: I wouldn’t have held you to that, though. Not without a conversation. We’ve already talked about this being a lot to take on, and it hasn’t gotten any less complicated.

Dylan: it hasn’t... I do have very real feelings for you. Have for awhile

Elliott: And I find that the most amazing thing, honestly. Elliott: I won’t ask for more than you can give, ever. You and Ava both deserve that much.

Dylan: we also deserve to have you in our lives. Very much the way it’s been for awhile. Except in a more official capacity... This isn’t a talk I want to do over text

Elliott: Name the when and where and I’ll be there. We’ll talk as much as you like, tiger.

Dylan: Ava’s working on a project at her friend’s. You can come here now if you’re free

Elliott: I can be there in ten. Want me to bring beer?

Dylan: just yourself is fine

Elliott: Just myself it is, then.

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[akaelliottgilbert]

🎁what do they want most? what are they willing to sacrifice to get it?

Elliott will never admit it so frankly, but he’s alluded to it before -- he wants stability. Friends to count on and someone to come home to and a place to actually call home, even when the rest of his career is wildly unpredictable and demanding. He’s not at the place yet where he’s willing to sacrifice his career -- but at some point down the line if he had to choose between stability and fame, his publicist would probably be VERY disappointed.

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💌 how do they show affection?

Acts of service -- specifically, he looks for things he can give or do for his loved ones that they can’t get somewhere else. This sometimes comes across as shallow, since a lot of what he has to offer is material or related to his own influence with his career, but that’s not the way Elliott sees it. He’s more willing to quietly pull a few strings to get tickets to a show or create a one-of-a-kind piece of clothing himself or find a way to make an experience really special than he is to throw his money or fame around in a splashy, public display. (It’s also made him a little more wary about who he chooses to show affection -- because there have been people in the past who wanted what he could give them, and not Elliott himself.)

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👩‍🎤how do they feel about their body?

Mostly positive, although he’s got a few things he’s self conscious about. The freckles, for one thing -- it’s not as obvious with the full-sleeve tattoos, and especially with the stage make-up, but Elliott’s pretty fair skinned and freckles easily in the sun. It definitely doesn’t fit into his aesthetic as Starchild, so he rarely leaves the house without tinted sunscreen, and he’s not really one to parade around shirtless, either -- skin-tight leather for a show is one thing, but on his days off he’s much more modest.

[akaelliottgilbert]

🔪 which of the seven deadly sins best fits your character?

Pride. Out of long-standing habit and LOTS of media training, Elliott’s gotten used to playing it cool and cultivating a certain unflappable attitude, and that’s mostly because he hates being taken advantage of or having any vulnerability leveraged against him. He can come across as aloof because of it, but sometimes he can be startled out of it -- it just takes a lot, and he’s still learning how to consciously drop the cool façade on his own.

[akaelliottgilbert]

62 —> 67

62. Been arrested? For what?

Ha. No, I’m not nearly the wild child most people would like to believe. 

63. Ever been in love?

I’ve had some intense relationships, but none that really felt like home. So -- not yet, I think?

64. Tell us the story of your first kiss?

Already answered.

65. Are you hungry right now?

Can’t say that I am, nope.

66. Do you like your tumblr friends more than your real friends?

All of my tumblr friends ARE my real friends. Hazards of having carefully screened social media accounts.

67. Facebook or Twitter?

Instagram.

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64, 98, 100, 119, 127, 142

64. Tell us the story of your first kiss?

Fifth grade. The girl playing Lucy got a little too method with my Schroeder. I felt very bad telling her I had a thing for Linus instead.

98. Do you tan a lot?

Ha -- I freckle. Tanning requires more patience than I have in me.

100. How are you feeling?

I’m super, thanks for asking.

119. Favourite book?

I don’t read a lot, but Daisy Jones and the Six was well worth the effort.

127. What makes you happy?

A hot cup of coffee out on my back deck first thing in the morning with the sound of the waves.

142. Favourite month?

July. For no particular reason.

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30, 41, 87

30. Do you ever want to get married?

Yeah, sure -- why not? My parents are a pretty healthy example that it works, and it’s legal now and everything. I’m not gonna cry my eyes out if it doesn’t happen, since I think I’ve got a pretty full life as it is, but it’d be nice to have someone to come home to, eventually.

41. Do you believe everyone deserves a second chance?

I believe "deserve” is a dangerous way to look at it, and it should be considered on a case-by-case basis. In general? Everyone screws up, and a second chance seems perfectly reasonable. In practice? Some things are unforgivable, and sometimes one shouldn’t be expected to open themselves up to further pain and suffering because of what society decides someone else “deserves”.

87. First person you talked to today?

Like face-to-face? No one, I didn’t leave my house all day. I texted Gabriella, though, if that counts? ( @gabriellamdias )

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36, 51, 108, 146

36. Have you ever liked someone and never told them?

This seems like a universal experience of teenage gay kids. (So that’s a yes.)

51. Ever wished you were someone else?

I was pretty damn upset that I couldn’t be David Bowie, when I was a kid.

108. What should you be doing?

Emailing my publicist. She’s gonna come hunting for me, and it won’t be pretty.

147. Mars or Snickers?

Snickers, I’m not uncivilized.

[jp-swag]

Your girl has an art show in  couple weeks. If any of you don’t want to be collective losers, you’ll bring ya asses to Harlem and check me out. Don’t play ya-self

[akaelliottgilbert]

Deets, JP, deets. What date, what time, where’s the venue, and how far in advance do you want me to post about it on my public IG? I’m obviously going to be there, and if anyone in town needs transportation I can help make it happen.

[akaelliottgilbert]

stevenxstephens​:

It’s good to hear that at least one person agrees with me on that point. They have skills I am certainly lacking. This isn’t a town a lot of people move to then? To be honest, I didn’t hear about Farnsworth till one of my friends moved here. From what I’ve seen so far, I like it here. 

One of my weaknesses, baked goodies. I’ll check them out as soon as possible. Are you friends with the family? 

I’m sure there’s a few people moving in and out all the time, but it’s a pretty sleepy town, people tend to take note of the new faces. I don’t have any complaints, though -- it’s a far cry from New York City, but not at all in a bad way.

The oldest son is a friend of mine, his mother runs it. I have it on very good authority (i.e., a very knowledgeable 12-year-old) that they make the BEST birthday cakes, and can confirm. (You might also want to introduce yourself to Katherine Anderson, though -- she’s the ray of sunshine who supplies half the town with non-Betty’s baked goods, ha.)

[yourwildekitty]

I don’t know if it’s because I’m in a committed relationship for the first time since kindergarten, but today a man of relative attractiveness “accidentally” bumped into me while I was having my 3 o clock iced coffee to stop myself from murder teenagers, and I’ve decided that it’s in no way romantic or cliche. It’s just annoying. I’m therefore boycotting all romcoms and will be solely watching crime docos and thriller movies for the foreseeable future. Suggestions are welcome as long as they don’t fall under the current trend on netflix (aka, I don’t need to watch the vanishing of the schoolgirl in the hotel). 

[akaelliottgilbert]

I’m gonna be useless on the Netflix recs, but if you need a distraction from the more annoying specimens of my gender, I could be persuaded to grace someplace with our presence some night this week for dinner. And you already know I’m not “accidentally” trying to get into your pants, so it’s a win-win.

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texts || mercedes & elliott

Mercedes: Curry goat is 😋😘. The meat is so tender and I'm a firm believer if you're gonna curry something it's gotta be that. But I'd love for you to share this lamb version.

Elliott: I don't think they sell goat in the Harris Teeter down the street, but if you have any grocery recommendations I'm more than willing to give it a try. I'll trade you for that lamb recipe, 😉

[stevenxstephens]

Thank god for professional movers, all my furniture got here in one piece and are placed right where I want them. WIFI is up and running. All that there’s left to do is unpack like zillions of boxes. And to get something to eat. Does anybody have a rec on good take-out and or delivery for this newbie? 

By the way, the newbies name is Steven, or Steve, whichever you prefer. Hi.

[akaelliottgilbert]

Professional movers are a godsend and I won’t hear any arguments on that point. Good to see a new face in town, though -- it’ll be nice not to be one of the new guys around here anymore, even if I’ve been kicking around here for... coming up on a year now. Name’s Elliott.

It’s not take-out or delivery, but make a point of stopping by Betty’s Bakery at some point -- you won’t regret it, and I have it on good authority that the family that owns it is good people.

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hotdamnmatt​:

I’ve always wondered about that. Do you catch up to someone when that other person dies? I THINK that’s the only way?!?! Let’s make these drinks happen! I’ll be at Mood Thurs to Blainiac my heart out. If you don’t mind me catcalling my husband at some point in the night we can get our drink on Thurs.

Excuse you, Mr. Morbid, you’re not shuffling off this mortal coil anytime soon, so no, still not gonna catch up to you for a while yet. If your husband doesn’t mind me egging you on, you’ve got yourself a deal.