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[female and she/her] Welcome to Aurora Bay, [CATALINA DIAZ]! I couldn’t help but notice you look an awful lot like [NATHALIE KELLEY]. You must be the [THIRTY NINE] year old [OWNER OF SUNRISE WINERY]. Word is you’re [PASSIONATE] but can also be a bit [SELF-CRITICAL] and your favorite song is [WILD THOUGHTS BY DJ KHALED]. I also heard you’ll be staying in [CRYSTAL COVE CONDOMINIUMS]. I’m sure you’ll love it!

warnings of bad health, hospitalization

#wip

milo-wray

OPEN STARTER @aurorabaystarter at the local farmer's market

Milo adjusts the cuff of his sweat, rolled to his elbows, his fingers brushing off some flour from the cider donut he’s already taken a bite out of. The farmer’s market is full today, filled with the scent of cinnamon and baked apples and crisp air.

October might be all ghouls and mask, chaos Milo prefers to sidestep, but the harvest and slow falling apart of the world is what he focuses on.

He turns back to the stall it’s with the intention to grab another jar of local honey when he feels someone brush past him and knock his shoulder that causes him to drop the partially eaten donut. Milo steps back and mildly says, “So long to that."

He holds up his overstuffed bag. “You probably just did me a favor anyway. I always end up buying more than I need at these markets. They're good, it's how I justify it - have you tried any before? They have samples four stalls down.”

catalinaxdiaz

Catalina's mind keeps wandering far away from the current line she's standing in at the farmers market. She's been to a few different booths now, one bag full of not only fresh cinnamon bread but also a small jar of apple butter to go with it. She wishes it would be enough to get her back to the joys the market normally brings her.

Yet, she can only think about her happiness and how it's fading quicker and quicker as the end of the year creeps closer. She doesn't even notice the man before it's already too late and his donut is currently covered with grass clippings. "Oh my God, I am so sorry. I must be in space. I can definitely buy you a new one or a few." She doesn't think a sample is needed since she has her current favorite, but maybe a bite wouldn't hurt.

"Please, let me get you more. It doesn't hurt to have a few extras for those late night cravings."

@milo-wray

#✧ — not everything that sparkles is golden ; threads .#✧ — milo wray ; replies .#✧ — halloween 2025 ; event .

jellyrifkin

closed starter 4/4 ( @aurorabaystarter ) -> sunrise winery

"Okay. I might be done. Whaddya' think?" Jelly puts down his paintbrush and spins his pumpkin to face the other person, his artistic work on full display. It's... well, it's hard to tell what it is at all, but Jelly's beaming so wide that one would have to assume he's proud of whatever it is he's depicted. "Eh? Yeah? Pretty good, right?"

catalinaxdiaz

Catalina looks over at the pumpkin now on display in front of her. She's been spending less and less time at the winery. Not entirely out of her own busyness, but more so on the dread that fills her whenever she's there. A sort of sadness with the remembrance that she didn't want this.

"It's very abstract and very modern. I do like all the different colors. Being colorful isn't too bad on an orange pumpkin. I mean, who really likes the color orange?"

#✧ — not everything that sparkles is golden ; threads .#✧ — jelly rifkin ; replies .#✧ — halloween 2025 ; event .

theameliaxevans

open - @aurorabaystarter

where - u pick xo

"So you got your Halloween costume picked out yet? Or any ideas?"

catalinaxdiaz

"I thought I was too old to dress up." Catalina hadn't even thought of a Halloween costume until it was brought up. "Maybe something easy? Or should I go big to say I still got it?"

@theameliaxevans

#✧ — not everything that sparkles is golden ; threads .#✧ — amelia evans ; replies .

colexbennett-deactivated2025112

"Oh, come on. You're saying that like you're my seventy-six-year-old admin." Connie had been working at the district for fifty years and had become like a mother to Cole since he started his first day, bright-eyed and bushy-tailed at twenty-two years old. Sure, he was twenty years removed from his heyday of his twenties, but Cole most certainly would not be the man he is today without this community.

"You seem too much of a romantic to give up on love." Cole could sense that whoever this person was, the woman had given her heart to long ago and still carried a deep place for them. "Sure, it's been a while. Why not simply try to move forward and be present with who you are instead of trying to remedy things of the past?" From his experience, it didn't do him any good to dwell on the past. "What do you have to lose? You lay it out and know that you didn't hold back anything, whether they are receptive to it or not."

catalinaxdiaz

"Sometimes I feel like I'm seventy-six." Catalina was mostly teasing even if she did go a little too hard back in her prime. She mainly stayed out too late, drunk too much, and partied a little too hard for someone who swore they were serious about their modeling career. Instead, she was more serious about traveling the world with Nelson and being completely cherished by him. She truly believed at that time he'd give her the whole world.

"Is it that obvious?" She could blame it on the baby shower and she would easily do it if he had asked what brought up such a conversation. The tinge of whether it was guilt or regret on the life she didn't get, but could see right in front of her had reacted her far more than she thought could happen. Or maybe she just wanted to feel like she belonged in a world that constantly tried to keep her small. "I don't exactly like the uncertainty the present brings in that he could repeat the past." But this wasn't going to be the past. They weren't in their thirties anymore. If Nelson were to go back under with his grief, she'd stay this time. She'd fight for them this time even if he didn't. Catalina could admit that back then she was close to a spoiled brat. Now, this time would be different. It had to be, right? "But you're right. I don't really have anything to lose... Except money from lawyer fees, but that's not an issue."

@colexbennett

#✧ — not everything that sparkles is golden ; threads .#✧ — cole bennett ; replies .#non event

the-nelson-quinn

Nelson: You would think me running off on our vows would make him hate me forever Nelson: The kids are with my brother so clearly the better adult is watching Nelson: listen you have to make due with what’s available Nelson: I’ll see you soon @catalinaxdiaz

catalinaxdiaz

Somehow, Catalina had managed to not only sneak past her parents with a few containers of food, but also got through the few intersections without hitting anyone. With all the lights being out, including said traffic lights, it was amazing how calm people acted. That could've been Catalina's own nerves coming into play considering she still found herself a bundle of nervous energy whenever it came to Nelson. And she couldn't tell if it was because of everything that needed to be said or everything that hadn't been said.

Balancing the containers on one hand, she quickly rang the doorbell before settling the food back into the safety of two arms. With how bare Nelson's fridge seemed, she didn't want to drop anything. She couldn't say anything about it though considering her fridge probably looked the same if not worse. The girl was an awful cook. She remembered the first time she tried to cook for Nelson and nearly burned down the place after the pan caught on fire.

"Hi, I somehow made it all in one piece. I don't know if I just missed all the crazy." She greeted once he answered the door. Even if she didn't know what they were anymore, it was quiet evident she didn't want to stay away from him. Her thoughts would constantly wander back to him and what he was doing. A part of her wished they could just skip all the time they'd spent apart and continue on like nothing happened. But things did happen. Big enough things that she wanted to make sure he was starting to heal from if he hadn't already.

@the-nelson-quinn

#✧ — not everything that sparkles is golden ; threads .#✧ — nelson quinn ; replies .#✧ — blackout 2025 ; event .

missxrivera

“ i know exactly what you’re talking about. The ones that look a bit nicer but you’re not trying to fight in your seat against them. “ Ramsey mused for a moment. She’d started out with her leggings and a tank top look when she moved back home but people were starting to realize that one of the west coast biggest models was flying in and out of the same airport for work all the time. Maybe she needed to do a bit more again. “ heels are a nightmare on a flight. I did it once and I don’t want to do it again “ @catalinaxdiaz

catalinaxdiaz

"Yes! They aren't standing pants that's for sure." Catalina owned far too many pants that were considered standing pants, she barely could remember an event that she wasn't standing at. But in her defense, she did look very good in said pants (whether they were dressy or jeans) so she was fine standing and showing off her outfit. "I haven't fully mastered heels on carpet so the small aisle on a plane would easily be a no go. Maybe a kitten heel, but I fear those are worse than the regular 5 inches. I nearly broke an ankle trying them on in the store." It was nice rambling on about fashion that she did forget the whole reason why the conversation was brought up. Still, Catalina didn't mind. She'd rather have something else than her parents constant questions on her life. @missxrivera

#( — threads. )#catalina & ramsey

avaweiss-deactivated20250923

WHO: Open to anyone! (@aurorabaystarter) ; (4/5)

WHERE: Dining Establishment!

"Alright, be honest with me…is adulting just Googling shit and pretending to manage this overwhelming mountain of anxiety?" Clearly, the schema of social media and technological advancement has changed the playing field after all. "I need a time machine to take me back to when I was five and my sole worries were not having my CapriSun with my snack and missing Dragon Tales." It was a constant thought for the last week while working five shifts in a row. Tossing a fry in her mouth, Ava added, "Would you go back to the past for nostalgia or check into the future with no possibility to change the outcome?"

catalinaxdiaz

"Honestly? Yeah." Catalina wouldn't sugarcoat it, because just a moment ago she googled about the labubu situation that was overtaken her social media by storm. Mainly her Instagram search, but it still counted. And never did it hit as hard until these recent years of society that she currently felt so old. How her days of going out late and partying out until the sun came up were far, far behind her. She should've been ready for such a transition, but it still took her by surprise. Things were starting to become quite serious very quickly.

"I don't think I would if I couldn't change the outcome." It would've answered a lot of her what if's if she could change the future by going back in time. "Hopefully, not enough that it erases anyone off photos." @avaweiss

#( — threads. )#catalina & ava

loreyoon

who: open / @aurorabaystarter where: outside grounded yoga studio

Loretta found herself more and more exhausted towards the end of the day now that school started back up. She spent a lot of her time prepping to make sure everything was prepared for the next day and getting through her days at work. Although her days were typically filled with a lot of activities, she wouldn't trade it for the world. She had a good support system to help her along the way even if she sometimes felt like she was fumbling half the time. She had been trying to carve some more time into her schedule for meditating and exercise. Lore had signed up for classes at the yoga studio, hoping that would help center her after especially long days. Class had finished only a few minutes prior and she found herself meandering outside. "I'm not ready to go back home yet. Would you care to join me for a glass of wine or something?"

catalinaxdiaz

Catalina wasn't the one for yoga, but she did try this one class with a friend because they didn't want to go alone. She tried to keep herself closer to the back of the class considering her moves were definitely on the wobbly side. And once the class was over, the friend had vanished the moment she was able to grab everything else. The move had formed a sour taste in her mouth as she continued to find herself friendless from the amount that had dwindled into only wanting her for favors ever since she moved back to Aurora.

"Wine? I honestly was thinking of margaritas with a good dip ratio of both cheese and guacamole. It's close to a decent drinking time, right?" She would very much rather the sour taste be from the tequila and lime instead of being left behind. @loreyoon

#( — threads. )#catalina & loretta

the-nelson-quinn

Nelson: Oh so he’s warmed up to me a little? I’m shocked Nelson: I mean who am I to argue. I also love any excuse to have a party Nelson: just saying you’re helping a friend. Don’t tell them you’re feeding your ex husband who sent their chef home to be with their family during this and he’s considering eating uncooked pasta @catalinaxdiaz

catalinaxdiaz

Catalina: Just a little bit. Catalina: Oh my god, don't eat uncooked pasta... You should at least have some kraft there for the kids. That's easier to make. Catalina: I'll see you in 5 😀

#( — threads. )#( — event. )#( — blackout 2025. )#catalina & nelson

colexbennett-deactivated2025112

"All is fair in love and war," he smirks as she takes hold of the pacifier necklace before placing it over his neck, like a giddy kid who just got told he could have one more piece of candy before bed. Cole had been to a handful of baby showers before, and he's had his own fair share of moments. Dreaming of hypotheticals that included a family of his own and kids he could toss a ball with. A part of him was also fearful that the plight of his father could befall him, and no child should endure such extremes. Nonetheless, there were women in his life who a future did seem tangible until fear crept in and he inadvertently self-sabotaged.

"Wow!" he exclaims. "Can't believe you just made such a generalization. My brain was not thinking such things." Cole was too busy trying to figure out his next steps, knowing he would never return home, but had to make a home somewhere. Thankfully, Aurora Bay found him. As he listened, he crossed his legs and leaned against the door frame, giving them all of his attention. She didn't have to tell him a single word, but he felt honored to hear her truths. "Your paths haven't converged since? I assume it's been some time, so who knows what they've become since then."

catalinaxdiaz

"I was young once, too. I remember how the early twenties was." Catalina could mostly remember them. In all honesty, she really didn't take her college life seriously and really was there to fulfill her father's wishes of getting a business degree so she could one day run the winery. She never wanted that, but somehow it turned into the life she was given. From traveling the world with Nelson to going back home and helping with the winery, Catalina's life did a complete 180.

"Surprisingly, no. Even though we have the same circle of friends, I guess our paths never crossed until now. I sort of put all my energy into work for a good while so that had me traveling. It wasn't until my father's medical scare that I came back to Aurora for good. Now, it all feels too awkward." She wouldn't admit how she did think about Nelson all throughout the years they had been apart. "I mean it's been over ten years. How exactly do you try to come back in their lives? What if we both changed too much?" @colexbennett

#( — threads. )#catalina & cole

eddieferguson

"Drowning. Broken things I can replace." he said, although he nodded in agreement. He figured people had enough sense to keep it safe while it was day light, despite the access to alcohol. "The drinks are alright, they know people are going to be drinking for a while so I don't think they'd make it all that strong. But it's not my first time hosting, so I doubt anyone will get out of line like that."

catalinaxdiaz

"Is it too much of a hassle to put up a pool fence before the night progresses too far?" Catalina's parents have hosted too many parties for her to count. Mostly they've been at the winery, but they also didn't have a pool so she wasn't sure how a pool fenced worked if it was even doable with how many people were already here. "Have you hosted many at your house or is this the first time? I would think you'd know if a waiver was needed then." @eddieferguson

#( — threads. )#catalina & eddie

ishowdespair-deactivated2026012

#( — musings. )

castellcnos

RICARDO >>> OPEN

Ricardo: I have a theory. Ricardo: I think the blackout was caused by aliens crashing into Aurora Bay and destroying the main generators. Ricardo: I mean, do we know what actually caused it? It's plausible it was the work of unearthly beings.

catalinaxdiaz

Catalina: well this a good morning text I haven’t received yet.

Catalina: do you think the aliens are still here? And more importantly, can they shapeshift into a more human form? @castellcnos

#( — threads. )#catalina & ricardo

catalinaxdiaz

Catalina: I'm at my parents right now. My father has taken this time as the perfect opportunity to cook up everything he can on his grill. Catalina: I think they just have their power off for the experience. Catalina: Would you be okay with me there? @the-nelson-quinn

the-nelson-quinn

Nelson: Sounds like fun. I’d say tell him I said hi but I don’t know if he hates me now Nelson: they wanna experience this whole town wide thing themselves Nelson: Yeah of course. It’s not like we didn’t live together before @catalinaxdiaz

catalinaxdiaz

Catalina: well that might still be true. I wouldn’t maybe say hate but more so strongly disliked.

Catalina: honestly they’ll take any reason to have a cook out and make a few drinks

Catalina: I’ll sneak out here in a few and try to snag whatever I can if I don’t get caught. the roads can’t be awful yet.

@the-nelson-quinn

#( — threads. )#( — event. )#( — blackout 2025. )#catalina & nelson #mobile - can’t cut

missxrivera

“ I think so if you do like a comfortable, nice pant?” Ramsey noted as she considered Catalina’s option. Her whole life was now based around her work and she had a public image to uphold. Even though it was as a model, she just couldn’t be seen walking around looking like a bit of a mess because she worried it would mess with her brand. “ definitely no heels. I could probably dress up for a flight, but I would be out of my mind if I wore heels on a trip. I’m already clumsy enough on a plane.” She added with some humor to her voice. @catalinaxdiaz

catalinaxdiaz

"Definitely some kind of stretchy pant. I think they have those now. A dressy type of work pant that's more a sweatpant than anything else, but it looks nice." Catalina wanted to say she didn't care about her appearance that much and wished she had the audacity to wear whatever she wanted (as she was sure her modeling career was over). But old habits tend to never really leave and so she'd continue to make sure every outfit looked perfect. "Plus I can't imagine how wearing heels on a flight would feel that great. I already get uncomfortable with tennis shoes if I wear them on." @missxrivera

#( — threads. )#( — non event. )#catalina & ramsey

colexbennett-deactivated2025112

"Hey, it's not my fault if you're not on guard," he throws his hands up in defense. As amicable as Cole can be, he was incredibly competitive. It was a toss-up whether he would battle his way against hundreds of college students for coveted positions in the MLB circuit. The deciding factor was the impact his career could have. Throwing and hitting a baseball seemed more of an individualistic pursuit than a communal one. Nonetheless, he still has a lot of heart for the game, so much so that he's been the captain of his softball league for going on ten years now. "Ah, ah, ah! Cough it up," he gestured towards the pacifier. Already eyeing the other attendees in the room, looking for his next fallen victim.

"Close, I guess?" He thought about proposing to a girl, but after some deeper conversations, they figured they were better off as friends than long-term lovers. "It's not necessarily a bad thing. The twenty-two-year-old version of him would have never seen this coming." The man swore he was going to be a bachelor if not the next Hugh Hefner, wildly enough. Now he had the lovely Lydia making a proper man out of him. "So, why haven't you found this dream husband of yours?"

catalinaxdiaz

Catalina paused in her own defeat against the baby game. Her eyes narrowed at him as she grabbed the pacifier, not willing to take it off just yet and admit that she lost so early on in the game. It was her own fault really, getting caught up in the joys of a new couple now with a new journey ahead of them. Of course, she was never really the one for children. But there was a time when she did want one. Just a small moment where she'd wonder the what if's. What if things had worked out differently with Nelson. What if they had a family of their own? Maybe she just didn't like other people's children. She could possibly love her own. "You are so sneaky. I think you just did that on purpose to get me to say the word." Finally, she removed the makeshift necklace and handed it over.

"Love is a tricky thing. It's proven to be more delicate than anything else." This she knew all too well. It's why she hasn't shown the divorce papers to Nelson. It's why she's avoiding the phone calls from her most current relationship. It's why she doesn't want to say goodbye to the man she might still love. "Well there's your answer right there. Twenty-two year old boys just think with their penis. Before the final piece in their brain kicks in, it's all boobs and ass."

"It's a very complicated story..." She looked around now, realizing how much time she has taken of his when he probably wants to see the parent-to-be before they get rushed off to something else. "I got married out of the blue in college. One of those you wake up in Vegas and realized you got married sort of planning, but we went to the courthouse. Then he sort of went off on another path that I couldn't follow. Sadly, I haven't found anyone else like him to take his place." @colexbennett

#( — threads. )#( — non event. )#catalina & cole

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