what the hell am i doing here?

Brody Weston, McKinley. Dance & acting major.

[sbstiansmythe]

doubtful. one lucky guess doesn't mean you know my life story.

sometimes. but not always. ... because you want me to stay in your bed forever? makes sense. can't say i'd blame you. oh, yeah? if you're good, i'll let you choose where to stick them on me.

pity. guess my parents just loved me more than yours did.

[brodywestxn]

Maybe not the whole thing. Unless I keep guessing on this lucky streak.

Not what I said, but it sounds like maybe you want that. Which of us do you think would break first? And what if I'm bad? Then what do I get?

At least I won't die if I step foot in a public pool.

[danicrdva]

you know what? you got a deal.

i'll look into it asap. oh- i lost it in my most recent breakup. and by lost it, i mean she stole it from me.

[brodywestxn]

Sweet!

I'll pay half if you find it. So, she hurt you and stole your tv? Alright, tell me her address. I'm getting it back for you.

[pckrman]

crazy train. rip to a legend.

[brodywestxn]

Damn. Right in the heart. It's so freaking sad. But A+ song suggestion. Is that your favorite of his?

[brodywestxn]

Okay, I need new music. And a distraction from homework. What’s the one song you’ve had on repeat lately?

@encorehqsstarters

[kevinencore]

My first love was Chris Evans as Johnny Storm in that Fantastic Four movie, so… not quite as admirable or productive as yours. I was never really signed up for anything as a kid, my parents even forgot to take me to school sometimes. Extracurriculars weren’t a thing in my house, we were bare minimum folk. I figured out I could sing in the shower. Improv kind of gives off strong nerd vibes and while I am a bit of a nerd, I was hoping to keep that a secret from the public. You could be my acting teacher. And hey, I believe in you. You can come up with a good nighttime story. you’re a triple threat, remember? That’s why we’ll figure it out together. It won’t feel so lonely that way.

[brodywestxn]

Just sounds like we went in a different direction; there's nothing wrong with that. Damn, really? Did you want to do other things or were you content with it? Bathrooms do provide the best acoustics for singing! It does, but it's also really hilarious when you have a knack for it. You gotta think quick on your feet and that's just not me. Don't worry, I'll keep your secret safe. We all got one. I'd be happy to try, though keep in mind I'm not a total professional yet. triple, not quadruple, but I'll work on the story thing. Thank you, I like the sound of that.

[t70sdaily]

THAT 70’S SHOW 2.24 ‘Red Fired Up’

[danicrdva]

maybe one day we'll be walking down the street and bump into rival gang, and the only way out of it will be to show off our sweet clogging moves. you never know where this world can take you, my friend. pottery sounds lit too, though. i'm so in.

i should see if i can find it on ebay. if i do, i'm so inviting you over to join me. ...right after i get a replacement tv, that is.

[brodywestxn]

I'm willing to take my chances. Tell you what. How about we try for the pottery thing and then if you still want, clogging could be a next semester choice?

Please do! I wish I had kept mine. I got a tv. I mean, not a great one, but you could always come over and use it. What happened to yours?

[sbstiansmythe]

when? not if, when? ...that's fair, actually.

and i believe there was a discussion of being tied up that has yet to come to fruition. what happened there? oh, yeah? got a lot of stickers?

i didn't realize you felt such a personal attachment to public pools. what is it that does it for you? the loose band-aids floating around, or the piss smell?

[brodywestxn]

See? Maybe I know you better than you think.

I figured you were just a lot of talk. I can make it happen if you really want, but no promises that I'll untie you. Actually... no. But I can probably get some from my roommate.

Ah, yes. The aesthetics just can't be beat. Not all of us had the luxury of growing up with a private pool. I had to make due. But private is always better.

[kevinencore]

Did you start off as a dancer and branch out from there? They always stick me in the back for the choreo heavy Warbler numbers, I was cursed with two left feet. I don’t even know how to try acting. Am I supposed to just wander around campus doing improv? That feels unhinged. And scary bedtime stories?? That’s insane, dude. Who wants to fall asleep terrified? I’m glad it’s not just me feeling a little lost. Maybe we can help each other figure it out.

[brodywestxn]

Yeah, I did. It's my first love I guess you could say. My parents started me on it when I was young. Maybe you just need some practice? Unless you don't really care about it. Improv is definitely a different form of acting, and not my strongest suit. I'd start with a class or something. Otherwise, yeah. Unhinged for sure. It's either that something classic like a fairy tale. A storyteller, I am not. We could get you a nightlight. Definitely. It's kind of fun to try and figure out, if not a little lonely.

[starringblaine]

exactly! and doesn't that completely defeat the purpose? i'm glad to hear you're still the same brody, because i honestly don't think there's anything you need to change. my summer was pretty amazing, thanks for asking!. i spent most of it in the philippines for my cousin's wedding, but i also got to explore a lot, and it was absolutely incredible there. how was yours, besides you still being the same old brody? please come! i'd love to have you there, and i promise that the second someone tries to pull a prank or anything, they will be kicked out immediately. it would be great if you could bring some snacks! thanks, brody. i hope to see you there!

[brodywestxn]

I think so. Glad I'm not alone in that. That's kind of you to say, thank you. That's awesome to hear, I'm glad, Blaine. That sounds like a cool way to spend the summer! I've heard it's beautiful there. Was it your first time going or have you been often to see family? Mine was pretty boring, but not necessarily bad. Mostly just worked. It was nice to not have to wake up early every day though, and I didn't miss the homework, either. Sweet! If you need a bouncer, let me know. Any snack requests or whatever looks good?

[kevinencore]

I love being on stage and feeling like a star, but my voice has always been my superpower. I’ve never tried acting, I could be terrible at it. Maybe I’m a one-threat kind of guy, especially since dancing is definitely not in my skillset. You could totally pull off the bald look, by the way. You’d be like Lex Luthor, whereas right now, you’re more like a skinny Superman. Okay, I’ll give I Love Lucy a shot for you. But if it ends up scaring me, you’re on bedtime story duty. I’m two decades in, I really hope it doesn’t take me a third. Have you figured out who you are yet?

[brodywestxn]

I get that. Dancing is probably my best strength, but somehow I ended up making the triple thing work out. You'll never know until you try, now, will you? I don't know that I want to find it out, but thanks for the vote of confidence. A skinny Superman? I'll take it. You should. I think you'll be laughing too much to care about the color of the screen. What if the only bedtime stories I know are scary ones? Dude, no way. It's an on-going project. Maybe by the time I'm thirty.

[mikechang]

Thanks, man. Yeah, she's here on campus, kind of wild how things just happen when you’re not looking. And hey, teaching was fun but exhausting. I came back with sore legs and a bigger appreciation for every dance teacher ever. Cloud nine's got good vibes though. Hope you get to check it out soon. If you ever need a break from work overload, hit me up. Dance session or bad coffee, I’m in.

[brodywestxn]

You're welcome! That's even better. At least it makes classes more exciting, I'm sure. You gonna spill the beans on who it is, or keep that to yourself for now? I have no doubt that it was, but probably really rewarding too.

Thanks, man. Maybe one of these days. Honestly I'm down for either. Or both.

[sbstiansmythe]

i was thinking more like a panther, but sure. we can go with snake. ...you might be overthinking it. it's okay, though, i have that effect on lots of guys.

little of this, little of that. why? got something to offer me?

hopefully that one would be you. if i ever have to step foot in a public pool, i think i'd rather just die anyway.

[brodywestxn]

Fine. Panther it is. When you screw me over, then we'll change it to a snake. I tend to do that a lot, unfortunately. Oh I have no doubt about that.

I offered you a sticker or a ribbon. Doesn't that count? Besides, I asked the question first. I have a lot to offer, depending on who wants it.

Harsh, man. And here I thought you were turning soft. You're so dramatic, Smythe.

[troutymouthevans]

Well, sorry to disappoint you, but in my case, the whole ‘new year, new me’ thing kind of applies.

[brodywestxn]

Since you're new, Sam, I'll let it slide. How did the first week treat you?

[wtfsamevans]

I mean - your logic i guess is not wrong. My summer was alright, didn't do anything too exciting. what about yours?

[brodywestxn]

Same, same. Just worked and pretty much nothing else. I tried to work on my tan in my free time but half the time all the lounge chairs were taken at the public pool. You think your classes are gonna be good?

[tinacchang]

Is someone really doing the new year new me? I think we can just continue with the talented and weird thing

[brodywestxn]

Thankfully I haven't heard anyone yet, so we might have steered clear this semester. Sounds like a plan to me. How are you, Tina?

[breesinclalr]

A guy should never have an opinion on what girls choose to do with their face. Step back in line, Brody. You're getting way to bold. If I want to walk in class tomorrow with the most ridiculous lashes known to man, do you really think I'm going to care if you think it's "too much?" Hey, if the TA can't handle the heat, he shouldn't step into the kitchen. There are scarier beasts than me in this college. I mean, have you seen Dave Karofsky?

[brodywestxn]

I'm not saying you or any other girl can't do that, Bree. It's just my personal taste. Because I'd like to be able to see their eyes. I know you don't care, and you shouldn't. C'mon. I didn't mean it like that and you know it. Dave isn't that scary. I bet he's a teddy bear on the inside.