Lost in the Wanderlust

Brooke Dannemann | 24 | When you decide to live... that's when I'll decide to st∆y ☁

[billy-mcclain]

Probably comes in a box whatever it is.

[brooke-danne]

Probably. They should just make wine that says cake wine. Short, sweet, and to the point.

[ideigel]

[nooneinprogress-deactivated2014]

No, no, no, babes. It is a queen’s crown, it belongs to me. You’re getting your queen vests tomorrow and you’ll have to wait for it.

[brooke-danne]

Fineeee, but I'm going to sleep until I get em.

[brooke-danne]

Holy Shit..

[nooneinprogress-deactivated2014]

More on top of things? Brooke, if you get more on top of things, you’re becoming the freaking owner of Mount Olympus! [Ivy teased, laughing.] But I get it, how it feels to finally be doing something you love, to be appreciated. I really do and I’m happy for you, babes, you deserve it. [She laughed genuinely when Brooke crawled on top of her and just held her like a baby, putting her arms around her and holding her close. Ivy looked up at her sister and smiled, nodding.] I’m sure he is, babes, I’m sure. You’ll get your king sooner than I am, you’ll see. [She smiled but in a second that smile faded away when Ivana heard what her sister said. That was so…Brooke, spilling information like that on her as if those words meant nothing.] Cancer? Oh, wait, wow… [Ivy sighed, closing her eyes for a moment and then shaking her head, already starting to feel it pounding.] Let’s see one thing at a time. First, rehab… [She paused, taking a deep breath.] I think that is the best decision you could make, babes and I am tremendously proud of you. A bit jealous that you went to Holden about this and not to me. [She shrugged honestly and smiled at the girl, gently kissing her shoulder.] But I am proud and I am here for whatever you need. You and me till the end, babes.

But now… Momma Danne has cancer? When did you find out about it?

[brooke-danne]

Haha, yep! I'm trying to become Wonder Woman here, or maybe Athena cause she's my favorite. {Brooke rolled her eyes and chuckled.} Exactly! I  just wanna keep doing that and eventually have a business of my own. {Brooke huddled into her sister and laughed, feeling like a child all over again.} I'm going to wish on a star for both of us, just like in the movies, but a lot less dramatic. You'll get him; we'll get em at the same time.

Yeah... {Brooke shifted uncomfortably in her seat, trying to find the words. She was never good at this- lack of communication being one of her many weaknesses.} I stopped eating for awhile and then after doctor visit drinking and eating snacks became second nature..the the depression. {Brooke sighed and rubbed her temples with her pupils.} Ivy, how could I tell you. You're my little sister, yanno? I'm supposed to be the stronger one; the one that holds the both of us up so we don't have to worry. I couldn't do that to you. {She wiped the tear running down her eye.} Till the end of it all.

{Brooke cleared her throat} I found out last week, but she's been hiding it for a month.

[zanemercer]

Most definitely not anything or anywhere else like the New York nightlife in my experience so far.

[brooke-danne]

It's a one in a million kinda thing. I think that's why everyone is drawn here..

[brooke-danne]

Holy Shit..

[holden-ainsley]

Have you met Astor? Or are you just guessing?

[Holden laughed, shaking his head.]

Nooo! It’s not my birthday! That’s not until the end of the year.

[Holden nods before sighing dramatically.]

You and Astor will get on just fine. I swear he looks at pocket squares for like an hour. I tried to buy this you this over purse but he told me it was ugly. He helped me pick that one.

[brooke-danne]

Nope, I haven't officially met him but I've seen him around. Or at least I think it's him..I'll take guessing for five hundred.

{Brooke giggled and shook her head.}

I don't care and I don't believe in no! The end of the year is too far away!

{She pouts histrionically.}

I hope, I'm gonna dress all fancy like too. Oh my gosh, you're so mean to him! I bet he's not that bad. He's an angel and I would love anything you get me- even a pocket square.

[brooke-danne]

Holy Shit..

[nooneinprogress-deactivated2014]

Nah, it’s okay, babes, that’s just you being you. You were always a workaholic, you were always chasing after what you wanted and that’s one of the many things I love about you. I got no problem on being your birthday alarm. [Ivy laughed with her and squeezed her sister, pinching her belly.] You would still be a queen, but with no with one to share your throne, I guess. Yeah, we are… [Ivy blinked and froze for a second, staring blankly at Brooke and then involuntarily squeezing the girl’s hand.] We’re gonna be fine, right? 

[brooke-danne]

I'm changing up, trying to be more on top of things, you know? I just love my job.It's controlling happiness. For one night I get to make people laugh, dance, smile, etc; I love that feeling. Yeah, but still tis no bueno. {Brooke giggled as she pinched her belly and crawled on top of Ivy, sitting on her lap.} I'd be a lonely human being. I'm getting closer to thirty by the way. What if he's still there? {Brooke flinched before sighing.} The past few weeks, I've been looking at rehab, I talked to Holden and he suggested help and stuff..and mom; she has cancer.

[brooke-danne]

I think I'll settle with being not very classy, what type of wine do you drink with cake anyway?

[ideigel]

[nooneinprogress-deactivated2014]

My sister knows her cake!

You damn right I do! And I’m getting the crown, just so you know.

[brooke-danne]

You can't have my crown, it's minee!

[brooke-danne]

Holy Shit..

[holden-ainsley]

Oh pleaaaase, that’s not old. I am about to be 30 and Astor is going on 40 so…

[he laughs.]

I know I didn’t but I wanted to!

And naw — I hate it. I would live in flannels and v necks if I could but Astor doesn’t let me.

[brooke-danne]

Oh shut up! You always look like you're straight out of a runway and about to be doesn't count. Hubby looks amazing too, so I don't wanna hear it.

{She grins and rolls her eyes.}

Ugh, I'm getting you something. And I don't believe in no so..

Are you kidding me? Shopping is release, a way of life! Holden, I can't with you. Just..no.

[brooke-danne]

Holy Shit..

[nooneinprogress-deactivated2014]

Every year you almost forget your birthday, babes, I’m kinda used to remind you. [Ivy mocks her, tugging her in and kissing the top of her head.] I’m almost done packing, I even got my car checked so we can get the whole road trip thing done properly. I’m scared, but this is going to be a good thing for us, I guess. What, what happened? Tell me everything! It must be huge, bringing mushy Brooke back is something I’ve been trying to do for years.

[brooke-danne]

I know which sucks! There's always something pulling me away and I couldn't say no to my new client! She's having a bachelorette party! She sweet and crazy as hell. {She pulls Ivy in for a tight embrace and laughs} Seriously, what would I do without you? Perfect! I've got enough in the bank to last us forever and I told everyone already. We're really going back, babes. Um..it's a lot to take in. {Her face changes momentarily, straightening up and losing her sense of laughter.}

[brooke-danne]

Holy Shit..

[holden-ainsley]

No really! I forgot, I’m sorry. Are you 22?

[He grins before bringing out a red purse, Kate Spade, setting it onto the counter.]

I saw it on the counter and thought someone as sassy as you deserved it. Astor’s all about dressing sharp and he shops a lot he is always dragging me around.

[brooke-danne]

Good, keep forgetting and never remember that I'm 25. I don't know about you, but I'm feeling 22!

{She laughs and blushes at her gift, pulling him into an embrace, only to end it with a kiss on the cheek.}

Are you kidding me, I swear you didn't have to get me this! Thank you so much babe. Don't act like you don't love shopping!

[ideigel]

[brooke-danne]

My sister knows her cake!

[holden-ainsley]

{txt} Cake and wine at mine. I will not take no for an answer and I want you to bring the hubby. Are you free tomorrow or tonight (both of you though..)

[txt] are you SURE you want me to bring him? He’s hot but a stick in the mud sometimes ;} [txt] we’re free. he’s on summer break, the bastard.

[brooke-danne]

{txt} YES! Birthday girl gets what she wants and I want to meet the lucky guy that stole you from me. Haha, we'll get him going.

{txt} Yaay! Come to meee so we can talk shit and laugh at stuff.

[brooke-danne]

Holy Shit..

[nooneinprogress-deactivated2014]

Whatever you want, babes, it’s your day, your week! We gotta do it and then you and I are taking the road together back home on Wednesday morning, okay? You got your big night at the end of the week. Why are you crying, babes? You should be smiling so big it wouldn’t even fit you face right now!

[brooke-danne]

I know but still, and I can't believe I almost forgot too! I didn't request of, I didn't even realize it until I saw the picture. Oh yeah, packing has already started so I'll be ready for Wednesday. Lots of stuff happened, Ives and I don't know, it's that mushy Brooke coming back I guess.

[holden-ainsley]

Happy Birthday Brooke!

[brooke-danne]

I swear you're amazing. Thanks, Holden. I love you, babe!

[nooneinprogress-deactivated2014]

{Txt} Let it be known that the picture is up and had me crying for like an hour. I love you to pieces girly.

[txt] I love you a thousand times more and you know it. [txt] Happy Birthday babes! You’re the one to be celebrated today, but I’m the one that benefits from your birth and existence. Thank you for 16 years of laughter, tears, partnership and understanding. You’re my family and I love you <3

[brooke-danne]

{txt} I swear I'll never stop crying, like ever. Thanks, I feel like I really needed today and now I'm so damn emotional. {txt} these 16 years are definitely a blessing cause I found my best friend who accepts me, quirky, eccentric, flaws and all. Thank you for everything, Ives. I mean it. You're all I've got <3

[brooke-danne]

Holy Shit..

[holden-ainsley]

Happy birthday, gorgeous!

How old are you?! I remembered it was your day though! I got you somethin’.

[He grins.]

[brooke-danne]

Babes! Thanks so much, I seriously almost forgot.

I'm eighteen, don't act like you didn't know! Really, you shouldn't have. Honestly.