Erin | 18+ | 🧡

Masterlist

[emichelle]

The struggle is real 😅

[cocomaxley]

2021 was a tough year. I mean, it told 2020 to sit down, shut up, and watch how it's done. What 2021 also showed me is certain people's true colors.

People that play victim and justify their wrongdoings by making it your fault are a waste of time and energy. Fake people that talk all sorts of trash behind others' backs and get busted then try to act like they didn't (even though you have receipts) are not worth the time. What makes me happy is when these types of people wind up being the best of friends. Can't wait to see that train wreck when it happens. So yes, 2021 was tough, but it sure showed me to take out the trash and leave it at the curb. It smells unpleasant and is ugly to look at.

Now for the good part, I am extremely thankful and happy for the people in my life that make it better. Those that make me laugh, listen when I need it, and send positive vibes. Those friendships are the ones worth treasuring.

But now I just heard Betty White died. So fuck you 2021. Let's go 2022, I'm ready for you, baby!

My treasures: @ao719 @emichelle @the-soot-sprite @zaffrenotes @burnsoslow @dcbbw @neotericthemis @sincerelyella @xpandabeardontcarex @bbrandy2002

[emichelle]

Love you big, Gen 🧡🖤💜

[ao719]

2021 taught me some lessons, some harder than others. I’m stepping into 2022 holding tightly those lessons and hopefully as a better version of myself with a lot more room for growth. I’m going in with pretty amazing old and new friends, and they’re true friendships, which after the last year is something I unfortunately learned from a rough experience can be very hard to come by. And I’m going in with high hopes that this year will be better than the last.

I hope you all have a safe and happy New Year 🥂

[emichelle]

Don't worry queenie, me and @cocomaxley value you 😘 🧡💜🖤

[emichelle]

What I'd really like to focus on in 2022 is alot more positive and giving a whole lot less of my energy to the negative. Like weights I've lost on my mental state this year, from toxic and narcissistic people all the way to the other end of the spectrum of burdens. Can't wait for all those good vibes in 2022. 🙌🏻🤗😇

[choices12daysoffictmas]

Welcome!

Hello everyone and welcome to the official 12 days of fictmas(choices style) blog!!

Going forward we will be using this to communicate the 12 days info. @emichelle and myself (@leelee10898 ) will still use our personal blogs for contact and posts but, this will make things more organized and accessible for everyone.

We want to say thank you to everyone who has ever participated in the 12 days events over the last 4 years! Without you all 12 days could never have made it this long and for that we are eternally grateful.

So, give us a follow and keep an eye out for news, updates and even some fun Christmas posts along the way.

Tagging this year's fictmas lists 🙂

@katedrakeohd @sirbeepsalot @alj4890  

@ofpixelsandscribbles @queenrileyrose

@burnsoslow @darley1101 @blackcatkita

@debramcg1106 @cordoniansgonewild

@Leelee10898 @kat-tia801 @Emichelle

@twinkleallnight @arosentinel @bebepac

@nestledonthaveone @txemrn

@thegreentwin @karahalloway

@annekebbphotography @cordoniantrash  

@sincerelyella @aussiegurl1234

@boneandfur @thehonorarybeaumont

@chemist-ana @lucy-268 @jerzwriter

@sillydg @mynotsohealthyobsession

@camillemontespan @texaskitten30

@axwalker @argylemnwrites @twinkle-320

Readers:

@iaminlovewithtrr @tessa-liam @tinkie1973 @lovingchoices14

[emichelle]

We made an official page for the Choices 12 Days of Fictmas, so once we get it ready all of the past 12 days masterlists will be there as well as the current one which is our pinned post. 😊

[leelee10898]

Ho ho ho, 3 days to go….

Hello everyone I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving (our American friends)! Are you ready for the most wonderful time of the year yet? Well it's almost here and what better way to kick it off than with the Choices fandom annual 12 Days of Fictmas! Now are you excited?

We have a group of amazing writers and Erin and I are suuuuuuper excited to see what everyone comes up with! 

We just wanted to check in and give a little reminder because I swear we blinked and December is at our doorstep. 

For our writers: Please post on your assigned day, time doesn't matter as long as it's within your day. 

Please tag all writers and readers in your post. If you want to tag your personal lists that's ok too! (tag list included at bottom of post)

Please include the following hashtags:

Choices 12 Days of Fictmas

12 Days of Fictmas 2021

It helps us sort out and add your awesome stories to our master list. 

We want to thank each and every one of you for participating this year! We literally couldn't do any of this without you, your stories and support keep this going every year! 

This makes year 4 and as long as people want to participate, we will keep it going. 

Getting very excited!!!! Can't wait til Dec 1st. 

Writers:

@katedrakeohd @sirbeepsalot @alj4890

@ofpixelsandscribbles @queenrileyrose

@burnsoslow @darley1101 @blackcatkita

@debramcg1106 @cordoniansgonewild

@leelee10898 @kat-tia801 @emichelle

@twinkleallnight @arosentinel @bebepac

@nestledonthaveone @txemrn

@thegreentwin @karahalloway

@annekebbphotography @cordoniantrash

@sincerelyella @aussiegurl1234

@boneandfur @thehonorarybeaumont

@chemist-ana @lucy-268 @jerzwriter

@sillydg @mynotsohealthyobsession

@camillemontespan @texaskitten30

@axwalker @argylemnwrites @twinkle-320

Readers:

@iaminlovewithtrr @tessa-liam @tinkie1973 @lovingchoices14

[emichelle]

It's Day One!!! Can't wait to see everybody's contributions!!!

[thebootydiaries]

Priest: Do you take this woman to be your lawfully wedded gal pal?

[cocomaxley]

@ao719 @emichelle I’ll scream it to the world

I DO!!

[emichelle]

I love you guys

[sincerelyella]

Thank you for including me in this fun @sfb123 @kat-tia801 @queenrileyrose 💝

Sorry it’s not that interesting of a list lol probably why I haven’t really written much 🤷🏽‍♀️

The Perfect Storm - 12 Days of Fictmas (Liam x Ella; Sam x Quinn)

Make It To Me (Liam x Ella)

Crossroads (Liam x Ella)

Until Forever - The Loft (Liam x Ella)

Wedding Crashers (Leo x ?; Liam x ?)

Tagging @ofpixelsandscribbles @burnsoslow @emichelle @emkay512

In case you’re interested @foreverethereal123 @neotericthemis @21-wishes @gkittylove99

[emichelle]

Thanks for the tag @sincerelyella, I don't really have alot but this is still fun 😊

Still Falling for You (Max x Erin)

Young, Wild and Dumb part 3 (CGW)

Still Untitled 12 Days of Fictmas (Max x Erin/CGW)

Tagging: @ao719 @cocomaxley @ritachacha

[burnsoslow]

*Masterlist* (so official!)

Do not read anything I write if you’re under 18. Seriously, just don’t. 

The Royal Romance/The Royal Heir Masterlist

Perfect Match Masterlist

Open Heart Masterlist

Ride or Die Masterlist

Kinktober 2020 Masterlist

Birthday Presents (grateful sob)

Other People’s Beautiful Art of My Babies!!

[emichelle]

This is for Choices Writer's Love Day for @choicesfandomappreciation. Again I can't possibly pick just one but you and I both know which one drew me in like a magnet, considering I binge read it in like 2 days 😂 squealing to you about it the whole time. You deserve ALL THE LOVE because you are so friggen talented and I love you Burns 😘

[cocomaxley]

Masterlist

Series

Chance at Love (Rashad x Greysen (OC))

Mini Series

Chi-Town Shenanigans (CGW Squad)

Harry Potter & The CGW Squad (CGW Squad)

Paws for a Cause (CGW Girls vs Guys)

We’re Better Together (CGW Squad)

What’s Left of Us (Rashad x Genevieve)

When Rashad Met Genevieve: Changing Priorities (Rashad x Genevieve)

One Shots & Drabbles

Aisle 7 (Drake vs Genevieve)

Beautiful People (Drake x Pam)

Best of Friends (Pam, Gen & Drake)

Birthday Bites (Maxwell x Erin)

Buried Secrets (Rashad x Liam)

Calm Down (CGW Girls)

CGW 2.0 (CGW Kids)

CGW Kinky Cards Round 1* (Rashad x Genevieve)

CGW Kinky Cards Round 2* (Rashad x Genevieve)

Coming to Cordonia* (Rashad x Genevieve & Brad x Genevieve)

Crime & Punishment: Aliyah (follow up to Mommy’s Girls)

Cup o’ Joe (Liam vs Gen)

Daddy’s Girls (CGW 2.0)

Dancing King (Liam)

Dress for Success (Drake)

Friendly Wagers (Drake x Pam)

Girl Crush (CGW Couples)

Happiness is a Warm Puppy (Rashad x Genevieve)

Homeschooling Cordonia (CGW Parents vs CGW Kids)

If These Walls Could Talk (Anitah)

I’m Flossy (Liam)

In Sickness & In Health (Liam x Genevieve & Rashad x Anitah)

Jealously Guarded (Rashad x Genevieve)

Killing Time (Anitah x Genevieve)

Love Someone (Rashad x Genevieve)

Midnight Snack (Maxwell)

Mommy’s Girls (CGW 2.0)

More Choices (Liam x Anitah)

Movember (CGW Squad)

Need for Speed (Rashad x Genevieve)

No Regrets (Drake vs Gen)

Oh Baby (Rashad x Genevieve)

Oh Suzy Q (CGW Girls vs CGW Guys)

Operation Payback is a Bitch (CGW Girls vs CGW Guys)

Pass the Jam (CGW Guys)

Perfect (Liam x Anitah)

Playground Hijinks (CGW Guys & their CGW Babies)

PowerPoint Payback (Leo x Genevieve)

Prickly Plans (Maxwell x Genevieve)

Pride & Dignity (Bastien)

Rewards & Regrets (Rashad x Genevieve)

Royal Flush (Anitah vs herself)

Running On Fumes (CGW Guys)

She Hates Me (Drake vs Genevieve)

Talk (Rashad x Genevieve)

The King’s Mistress (CGW Squad)

The Start of Forever*(Rashad x Genevieve)

Third Wheel (Rashad x Genevieve)

This I Promise You (Rashad x Genevieve)

Trick or Treat (CGW Kids Xander)

Truth Hurts (Anitah)

Un"bear"able (Leo & Genevieve)

What If (Rashad x Genevieve)

Where Loyalties Lie (Liam x Anitah & Rashad x Genevieve)

You + Me = Three (Rashad x Genevieve)

You’re Invited (CGW Squad)

Zoom Zoom (CGW Squad)

*NSFW

Holiday Fics

First Christmas (Rashad x Greysen)

I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus (CGW Babies)

Artwork

Charlotte & Drake @bay-lee

Written with my tbff, @ao719. From her Full Disclosure series.

Collabs with my TBFF ML

A collaborative TRR AU created by @ao719 @speedyoperarascalparty @leelee10898 and @cocomaxley

CGW ML

One Shots & Drabbles

Unanswered Questions (Thomas x Tara)

The Talk (Thomas x Tara)

Breaking and Entering (Thomas x Tara)

Twenty Questions (Levi vs Zoey & Luz)

Love and Loss (Zoey) collab w/ @ao719

One Shots & Drabbles

There Can Only Be One (Zaid x Ines)

Table for Two (Zaid x Ines)

Occupied (Zaid x Ines)

Accidental Exposure (OPH Crew)

Picture It (Zaid & Baz)

Heart Flutters and Dopamine Levels (Zaid x Ines)

Something New (Baz x Sienna)

One Shots & Drabbles

Liquid Courage (Damien x Kai x Hayden)

One Shots & Drabbles

Beantown Showdown (Thomas x Tara (MotY) feat. Bryce (OPH))

Artwork

Zaid & Ines and Levi & Zoey @bay-lee

One Shots & Drabbles

Birthday Magic @cordoniansgonewild

Happy Birthday Genevieve @emichelle

Officially Official @plumeriavibes

The Hunt for Long Neck @burnsoslow

West Coast East Coast @dcbbw

Double Trouble @ao719

The Enemy of my Enemy @burnsoslow & @callmeellabella

A Tot Debate @zaffrenotes

Edits

Rashad, Bryce, & Levi Edit @ao719

Rashad Edit @lodberg

Zaid & Ines Edit @the-soot-sprite

Bert!Drake @the-soot-sprite

Moodboards

Rashad x Gen @neotericthemis

Edits

Rashad & Genevieve

Bryce & Lexie

My LIs

[emichelle]

This is for Choices Writer's Love Day for @choicesfandomappreciation. Rashad and Gen were a pairing I didn't know I needed, but I can't imagine not having enjoyed these fics now. You make them real and relatable and I love that so much.

[ao719]

Keep reading

[emichelle]

This is for Choices Fandom Writers Love day for @choicesfandomappreciation. I can't pick one story, one drabble, one anything because I have always loved everything you've written even way back when I was a wee Tumblr baby who liked sometimes and was too scared to even reblog. lol. If you don't know her fics you truly should check them out, you don't even need to know Choices to fall in love with the stories and the OC's she's created, as well as our beloved Choices characters.

[emichelle]

It's Choices Fandom Appreciate Shoutout Day for @choicesfandomappreciation and honestly I don't know where to begin, and in true Erin fashion I'm already running late as it is.

But if I'm being honest I'd love to give a shoutout to anyone I've ever interacted with on here in any capacity, I've never really had a bad experience and everyone has been very welcoming, helpful and supportive. Which I am so thankful for because I know that is definitely not the case for everyone here, but please know if we've ever spoken in any capacity, I remember and thank you. Let's get into the nitty gritty now.

@ao719 , Queenie...I love nothing more than making you sweat with all these compliments but when it comes down to it I know without a doubt that you've got my back just like I've got yours. You're an amazingly talented writer even though you will never believe me when I say that, but more importantly you're an amazing friend. There's nobody I'd rather talk about shady bitches with. Except maybe if we includeGen. 😂

@cocomaxley , Gen I fucking love you. You're an asshole but you own it and I respect the shit out of you for it. Even though I know deep down there's a beat in that black heart. Especially when toe beans are involved. You're an amazing writer and always have the best fic ideas! You're also fiercely protective of people you consider your friends and I'm forever grateful to have you in my corner. 

@leelee10898 , Alicia you've listened to me complain about any and every thing under the sun probably more times than I can count. Aside from being a great writer I know I can always count on you to join me in saying "fuck it" to our stupid situations we always end up dealing with, and I appreciate your friendship so much.

Some honorable mentions, and don't think just because you're all listed together that it takes away from anything. You're all amazing writers, your fics have gotten me through some really shitty times and some of you I talk to pretty regularly, some I used to, and some of you I miss the hell out of. But don't doubt for a second the impact you have had on me.

@burnsoslow  

@camillemontespan

@sincerelyella

@fluffy-marshmallow-heart

@ritachacha

@debramcg1106

@alj4890

@emceesynonymroll

@flowerpowell

@xpandabeardontcarex , Preet you get your own line because you are the best hype person to have in anyone's corner. You're always so supportive and excited and I just love seeing anything from you honestly because it never fails to brighten my day so much. Never stop being you, Preet.

Also a huge shoutout to @storyofmychoices for putting this all together, running the appreciation site, and everything you do to keep the light shining in this fandom. It does not go unnoticed! 

[ao719]

It’s Choices Fandom Shoutout day for @choicesfandomappreciation and I’m about to get into this ridiculous long-ass ramble that absolutely no one asked for.

When I found this fandom back in 2018, I spent most of my early days here as a lurker because I was too afraid to interact with anyone. I never had any intention of writing anything; the thought of it didn’t even cross my mind. I stumbled across Tumblr by total accident and found all of these amazing stories about these characters that I loved, and I just wanted to read. That was it. After about a month, I finally made an account and officially joined the fandom.

Not too long after that, I had a random idea pop up in my head, and for some godforsaken reason that I still can’t figure out, I decided to write it down. A few days later, after talking myself out of posting and then somehow managing to talk myself back into it, I bit the bullet and posted my first fic.

I had never written anything before that, and for me to post a story that I wrote was entirely out of my comfort zone and was a pretty huge deal for me. I have never been someone who does something where I intentionally set myself up, knowing there is a very good and more than likely chance that I will fail miserably; I tend to play it safe and stick to what I know. And social media on any platform can be a pretty intimidating and terrifying place when you open yourself up, especially to strangers, even by way of posting a measly little fanfic.

I didn’t tag anyone in that first fic because I didn’t talk to or know anyone at that point to tag, but I ended up getting a few “hey, tag me in your next fic” comments. And I was the epitome of this gif that day:

It’s been three years since I posted that first little drabble. In that time, like most people here, I’ve had my ups and downs on this hellsite. I’ve had good days and bad days, days where I feel content with what I’ve written, and days where I’m drowning in self-doubt. But in that time I’ve interacted with some incredible people. Every single like, comment, reblog, every keysmash, every message I’ve received saying something that I wrote made someone smile, laugh, or even cry, every ask I’ve received, every follower, they’ve all meant so much to me. Your kind words, fun interactions, and everything in between is what has made me want to continue to write and be a part of this crazy fandom. It’s a place where I get to escape everyday life because Choices and writing is my guilty pleasure and my dirty little secret that absolutely no one in my real life knows about. I have this little corner where I can come and vent/cry/scream/laugh/rage over pixels that no one would understand except you guys. I’ve talked to so many amazing people from all over, I’ve gotten to bring out this passion for writing that I never even knew I had while reading amazing stories by crazy talented individuals. And most importantly, I’ve made some of the most incredible friends.

Seriously, if you made it this far, bless.

So I just wanted to take this chance to say thank you for all of your support and encouragement because I know I don’t say or show it nearly enough. Honestly, some of y’all deserve goddamn medals for putting up with my shit 🥲

And as for the friendships I’ve made - I hope you know how much I adore each of you. Thank you for making me laugh and smile, for the help that you’ve given me, for brainstorming and prereading, for keysmashing, for listening, for simping over and simultaneously hating these ridiculous pixels, for being there through Tumblr life and real life, all of it. I love and appreciate you more than you know 💕

I’m tagging some people - but please, if I’ve forgotten anyone, I’m so, so sorry. This entire thing has been giving me anxiety all day and I gots the bubble gut because I do not want to leave anyone out 😰

@cocomaxley @emichelle @zaffrenotes @the-soot-sprite @dcbbw @sirbeepsalot @txemrn @bbrandy2002 @burnsoslow @charlotteg234 @debramcg1106 @neotericthemis @kat-tia801 @sincerelyella @sweetest-marbear @choiceskatie @forallthatitsworth @foreverethereal123 @xpandabeardontcarex @sfb123 @queenrileyrose @princessleac1 @iplaydrake @cordonia-gothqueen @gkittylove99 @khoicesbyk and everyone else I’m forgetting because I cannot think straight.

@storyofmychoices I know we’ve not interacted much but I have to give a special shoutout to you. Your kindness in this fandom is unmatched and so needed. From your SpreadJoy campaign to helping to host events such as this from your @choicesfandomappreciation page, you are truly a remarkable person. Thank you for being a huge part of the reason this fandom stays alive and kicking and for putting so much time and effort into making sure others feel appreciated ♥️

[emichelle]

I love you too Queenie!! You're an amazing writer and an amazing friend and I just know how much that bubble gut and this sappy comment is getting to you right now!

[leelee10898]

These are a few of my favorite things....

Hey everyone @leelee10898 & @emichelle here, welcome to the 4th year of Choices 12 days of Fictmas! This will serve as the "official" 12 days post, where we will give everyone the rundown of what to expect. 

Before we get into technicalities, we just wanted to say THANK YOU! Thank you to everyone who has supported and joined us for this event. May it be this year or years past one thing is certain, we can not do this without the help of all of you, and because of that we continue this event! 

Now onto the meat and potatoes of it all. 

This year's theme is "My Favorite Things", each person will be given a "thing" chosen by random generator, either Erin or Alicia will reach out via message with your day and topic. You do NOT need to send us a list or anything else. (The list of things that will be put into the random generator is posted below.)

As always we run the 12 days from December 1st through the 12th. Please make sure you post on the day you are given and include all writers in the tags as well as the readers and include the hashtags. (All information will be provided to you). Feel free to tag your personal tags as well if you'd like.

Each submission needs to include at least one Choices character from any book you'd like and feature your assigned "thing" in some way. It could be a mere mention of it, could surround the theme of the submission or just be in the title. Whatever you choose. Please remember to add any warnings I:E lemons, angst, death, ect. 

Last but not least, have fun with it. We are not excluding other holidays so if you'd like to write about another winter holiday, go for it! We also are still accepting participants so if you missed the first post, let us know and we'd be glad to add you as a writer OR a reader.

We will be contacting you all by tomorrow, November 10th, with your day and thing. 

We look forward to seeing what you all come up with. Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays!

Alicia & Erin

12 days 2021

Writers: 

@katedrakeohd @sirbeepsalot @alj4890 @ofpixelsandscribbles @queenrileyrose @burnsoslow @darley1101 @blackcatkita @debramcg1106 @leelee10898 @kat-tia801 @emichelle @twinkleallnight @arosentinel @bebepac @nestledonthaveone @txemrn @Thegreentwin @lucy-268 @karahalloway @annekebbphotography @cordoniantrash @sincerelyella @aussiegurl1234 @boneandfur @thehonorarybeaumont @chemist-ana @lucy-268 @jerzwriter @sillydg @mynotsohealthyobsession @camillemontespan @texaskitten30 @axwalker

Readers 

@Iminlovewithtrr @tessa-liam @tinkie1973 @lovingchoices14

[emichelle]

I'll be contacting all the writers soon with their "thing" and day! Just have to get my days sorted. 😊 anybody just now deciding to join feel free, we still have plenty of options and lots of holiday love to enjoy!

[cordoniansgonewild]

Happy birthday to @leelee10898 🥳🥳🥳 We hope your birthday is as much fun as you are!!

CGW is brought to you by @ao719 @cocomaxley @leelee10898 and @emichelle

Tag List: @annekebbphotography @moneyfordiamonds @indiacater @perfectprofessorherokid @zaffrenotes @enmchoices @lodberg @gibbles82 @drakesensworld @nikkis1983 @sweetest-marbear @classylady1234 @daniv2278 @rainbowsinthestorm @jared2612 @captain-kingliamsqueen @the-soot-sprite @hopefulmoonobject @mfackenthal @crookedslimecreatorpasta @jemrmax2love @iplaydrake @dcbbw @moonlightgem7 @desiree-pow-35-0816 @bbrandy2002 @romanticatheart-posts @gardeningourmet @ruka-uchiha @ofpixelsandscribbles @badchoicesposts @princess-geek @burnsoslow @bascmve01 @polishchoicesfan @msjr0119 @sincerelyella @indiana-jr

[emichelle]

[cordoniansgonewild]

Avada Kedavra

Summary: Pam (@speedyoperarascalparty) has decided to leave Tumblr and CGW. We know the decision wasn't easy for her, but we understand that it is what's best for her. Since Pam is an original CGW creator, we will not be replacing her. We wanted to provide some closure for her character CGW style. Please don't anyone take it too seriously. 💜🧡🖤❤️💙

Part of the CGW Universe brought to you by @ao719 @leelee10898 @emichelle & @cocomaxley

Genevieve approached Drake who was sitting by himself in a secluded corner of the room. His eyes were puffy and bloodshot. She silently chastised herself for wanting to laugh at the snot that was slightly dripping out of his nose. She placed her hand on his shoulder forcing him to look up at her. He grunted in acknowledgement.

Genevieve spoke softly, “Drake, I am so sorry. I know how bad this hurts…”

He held up his hand and spoke loudly. “No you don’t! You have no idea! That was my family; my wife! My children!”

She pulled back at his tone. “She was my best friend! I’ve known her much longer than you have, so don’t even give me that bullshit, Drake!”

Drake hung his head and wiped his eyes. “I’m sorry...I’m sorry. I haven't been myself since-” A lump formed in Drake’s throat preventing him from completing his sentence.

Geneveive sat next to him, placing her hand on his leg. “I know. I really do understand. And I’m here for you, Drake. Anytime you need me. As much as you don’t want to admit it, you’re like a brother to me. One that I didn’t want, but a brother nonetheless. You need someone to talk to other than those whiskey bottles.”

The rest of their friends approached them; all of their faces solemn. They offered their condolences, but everyone knew they went unheard. Drake was not in a good place. His mind drifted back to that day just a week ago.

*****

The Walker family walked towards the Harry Potter attraction that just opened at Universal Studios in Cordonia. They had visited the Orlando, Florida theme park many times. They thought it would be fun to go to the newly opened facility in their home country.

Even though the kids were older now, they were still having a great time. Pam was grinning from ear to ear, and Drake was just enjoying the time with his family. It had been quite some time since Kennedy was willing to be seen in public with them.

Kennedy pointed to Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure. “Do you want to ride that, mom? For old time’s sake?”

Pam giggled. This ride had some twists and turns as well as a water feature, but it was a mild roller coaster to say the least. “Sure why not? Let’s go.”

All of a sudden Drake yelped. “Oh god, I just got stung by a bee!” His hand had begun to swell.

Pam looked at her husband with concern. “Oh dear, Drake, let’s get you to the first aid tent.”

Drake shook his head. “No, it’s ok. You guys go ahead, I’ll go by myself.” He kissed his wife’s cheek and ruffled Jackson’s hair before heading in the opposite direction.

When he arrived at the tent, there was a long line of people. There were kids with scrapes and cuts and others that looked to be heat exhausted. He let out a sigh as he thought of his family on the ride without him. After what felt like hours, it was finally Drake’s turn. The paramedic looked at his hand and pulled out a pair of tweezers to remove the stinger.

“Hey! That hurt!” Drake cried out.

The young man snorted. “Sorry, sir. Would you like a bandaid for your boo boo?”

Drake rolled his eyes. “Can I get some tylenol or something? And maybe an ice pack for the swelling?”

The young man flipped a square packet towards him. “Here’s some benadryl…” He then reached into a cooler. “...and a popsicle. Don’t operate any heavy machinery after taking that. NEXT!”

The woman behind Drake shoved him aside presenting her crying baby to the medic. He had no choice but to take the med and look for his family. As he made his way back to the ride, he noticed first responders rushing past him with their radios chattering incessantly.

When he arrived at the roller coaster, he noticed that it had been barricaded. He shoved his way to the front to see what was happening. His gut told him something wasn’t right. Then he saw three stretchers, each covered with a sheet, exit the ride. Drake pushed past the metal gate but was abruptly stopped by police officers.

One of the officers spoke to Drake sternly, “Sir, you cannot be here. There’s been an accident.”

Drake struggled against the large man. “My family, they were on that ride. Are they ok? Where are they?”

Just then, Drake’s phone rang. He dropped the phone after hearing the news from Liam. Liam had been the first notified by the authorities. All he could remember was Liam’s voice saying words like, “freak accident”, “the car catapulted off of the track”, and “Bastien will pick you up shortly”.

*****

“Drake...Drake! Drake, are you alright?” Liam repeatedly tried to get his best friend’s attention.

Drake snapped out of his memory. “Yeah, sorry...I was just…”

Liam clapped him on the shoulder. “You don’t have to be sorry. Just know that I’m here for you, we all are. If you need some place to stay, you’re always welcome at the palace.”

Drake nodded his head. “I think I’d like that. It’s too hard to be at home...it’s too quiet.”

His eyes welled with tears once again. They were supposed to have forever, but no one said how long forever would be for them. The pain he felt losing his family was far worse than losing his father. His mother didn’t even bother to come to the funeral. Even though he knew he could count on his friends, he had never felt more alone than he did at that very moment.

Anitah and Alicia sat down on either side of Drake. Alicia handed him a newly opened bottle of whiskey. Anitah offered a glass to which Drake pushed away. He took a healthy swig from the bottle and wiped his mouth with the back of his hand. The burn in his throat was a welcome sensation.

The sound of an organ filled the room as the pastor entered. He nodded sympathetically at Drake indicating that the memorial service was about to start. The group took their seats in the front row, Erin taking the seat next to Drake and holding his hand in hers. She squeezed his hand as the pastor took his place at the lectern in front of the three caskets.

“Thank you all for being here today as we say goodbye to Pamela Walker...and her beloved children.”

*****

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[emichelle]

[cocomaxley]

If my cats were kids it would go something like this:

Chloe: popular, prom queen, mean girl

Hurley: shy, writes fanfic on tumblr, but she's underage so her parents don't know

Charlotte (aka Charlie): popular cheerleader, homecoming queen, everyone wants to be her

Cole: shy, sweet, smart, always on the honor roll

Champ: athletic, kinda dumb but very cute. Will knock anyone on their ass on the football field and laugh when they cry

Let's make this a little game. What would you pet(s) be like if they were human children?

Tagging: @emichelle @blackcatkita @annekebbphotography @darley1101

Not sure if you have pets, but tagging you since you're part of the kitty gang: @neotericthemis @sincerelyella @xpandabeardontcarex

Tagging @ao719 because too bad...

[emichelle]

Gravy - Definitely would be a linebacker, cause he's a big boy but also laid back and chill so he just screams "big football lug" to me.

Meatball - athletic but also nap queen; cheerleader, but only because they didn't offer gymnastics.

George - that one kid who is really cute, but thinks he's a vampire and hides all the time; definitely does the Naruto run.

Pepper - Really, really dumb jock who's always talking super loud; atleast he's cute though.