High Hopes in Velvet Rope

Lydia Combs || 26 “Some people live in cages with bars built from their own fears and doubts. Some people live in cages with bars built from other people's fears and doubts; their parents, their friends, their brothers and sisters, their families. Some people live in cages with bars built from the choices others made for them, the circumstances other people imposed upon them. And some people break free.” ― C. JoyBell C.

[adie-lambert]

Archie got himself stuck under Maddie's bed.

I have half a mind to leave him there for ruining the cane chairs out the back. 

[combs-lydia]

Did you leave him?

[lacy-combs]

Took the day off work..

But spent most of it on the phone to work..

[combs-lydia]

Only you, Lace. You know when you take the day off you should hide your phone next time.

[combs-lydia]

Constant Cravings || Parker and Lydia

Lydia: It had been a while since Lydia had her last drink. Ever since her talk with Lacy she had been trying her best to get back on the good side of things which meant less drinking and more working on her business. But it couldn't hurt to have a few every now and then, right? Right. So after inviting Parker to meet her for a few and the food he was craving she took her time in getting ready. A night drinking meant a night out and Lydia needed to look presentable- especially considering she was the owner of one of the most popular little boutiques in town. After primping and prepping, trying to make it as casual as possible while still being her, she made her way out the door and to the restaurant the two had agreed on. She was seated, the blonde ordering her first magarita for the night as soon as she sat in the booth, and soon she was scanning the menu absentmindedly as she waited for her friend.

[lacy-combs]

It’s fine….

[combs-lydia]

Okay...but you know I'm just a phone call away if you need me.

[lacy-combs]

She just. Forgot where she was for a minute but she’s fine..

[combs-lydia]

Are you sure? I can come over if you need me to?

[adie-lambert]

Cupcake is draining my energy.

[adie-lambert]

I’ll remember that. The grandparents lover her though so it works.

[combs-lydia]

Just a thought if they're ever busy. Also, how's cupcake?

[lacy-combs]

Gran just- She’s fine.. 

[combs-lydia]

Wait, Gran? No, what happened?

[combs-lydia]

I've been sober for too long

[parker--owens]

This is correct. 

[combs-lydia]

I guess I'll see you there, cowboy.

[adie-lambert]

Cupcake is draining my energy.

Dropped Maddie off with Will’s parents just to get some sleep. 

[combs-lydia]

You can always send her my way if you need a break. 

[rubyrubeeroo]

My mother wants to visit.

The apocalypse is upon us.. 

[combs-lydia]

Run as far away as you can.

[lacy-combs]

Oh goodness..

[combs-lydia]

What happened?

[lacy-combs]

Monday traffic always seems like the worst.

Maybe it’s just Mondays in general. 

[combs-lydia]

Monday blahs, big sis? I thought you were all happy last weekend, what happened?

[combs-lydia]

I've been sober for too long

[parker--owens]

Only if that drink involves Dinner.

[combs-lydia]

I guess I could eat. I'm guessing you're feeling Tex Mex.

[original-willow]

Um, of course. I am now the proud owner of a candy ring.

[combs-lydia]

Ugh, little kids can be so adorable sometimes. Whens the wedding? You gonna wear a dress made of toilet paper?

[combs-lydia]

I've been sober for too long

Someone come have a drink with me.

[original-willow]

The cutest little boy proposed to me at work today. I feel very honored.

[combs-lydia]

Please tell me you said yes because that is too cute.

[parker--owens]

yes

i have a gay lover called Dexter. 

[combs-lydia]

Dexter is a very respectable name. And I'm sure he would make an amazing lover. Don't knock it til you try it.

But I'm guessing I was wrong.