[captainxxjames]

Hands beat like the steady sound of a drumbeat. Ella was more than a little pleased to see the progress of her students, even if only six of them joined in and only four really put effort into it. She was confident that with time, she could convince all of them to learn. Walking past the women, Ella gave slight corrections to their form, shifting a few arms and feet herself to get them in a better position to land a hit. More than any of her students, she wanted them to know how to fight right, and it was why she was so hard on them.

She left women doing basic exercises, finding herself jostled into the food receiving line as someone else needed to take a break. Well, five minutes away from her class to help out the women’s shelter as a whole wasn’t so bad. She forced a smile on her face, pulling her hair away from her face and nodding to the next person in line. “Thank you for your donation.”

[erinjacobswtf-blog]

Erin had been going to school and working and that meant she’d been lacking on other things. She’d heard there was a glass going on for exercises and while she did get exercise in it was always better with other people. It made it less awkward and you had company which wasn’t ever a bad thing. Company pushed her to workout harder, better and that was something she needed. 

She’d taken a break to get some food, it was good to stay fed and hydrated, plus she loved food. She looked back to the person who was talking to her. “Hm? Oh yeah, of course. I mean, it’s the least I can do, right?”

[auggie-ryerson-deactivated20170]

“Sorry… can I help you with anything?” August looked up at the people who are walking around the studio. He had become so consumed in the sketch he was drawing he hadn’t noticed someone walk into the shop. He put down his sketch pad and walked over to where the person was standing. “This gallery displays art from an array of artists, mostly local we are proud to say.”

[erinjacobswtf-blog]

“Paint me like one of your French girls, Jack.” She teased with a wide grin on her lips. She couldn’t help but chuckle as she watched August drawing, it still amazed her how his drawings were. Sure she could sing but people who could draw always amazed her. “Mostly local. Well damn, that’s awesome. Which ones are yours though?”

[theojameson-deactivated20220110]

“I keep making my daughter listen to the Broadway version of The Little Mermaid. For some reason she really likes Beauty and the Beast.” He wasn’t complaining at all about what his daughter liked to listen or watch but there were other Disney soundtracks out there. “The last time I was in school it was for my career change. I don’t think I’ll be going to school again.” School had never been his thing to be honest. He had gotten too bored with it. “Though what you’re going for is much more creative and that’s a good thing. We need more creative people in the world.” There were too many people that were talented and never got the chance to express it properly with all the nos thrown their way. “I’m glad I don’t have to apologize even if I already did.” 

[erinjacobswtf-blog]

“I mean, you can’t go wrong with the Little Mermaid, especially the broadway version. That is some amazing music and those people can sing. Beauty and the Beast is great. Lion King is my favorite though. Can’t go wrong with Lion King.” She said with a smile, her shoulders shrugging. “What did you change your career to? That’s good, school can be exhausting and a real drag.” She said with a shake of her head, knowing that going back was draining on her but she really wanted to make her music as good as it could be. “I got lucky with being creative, that much is for sure. Some people just don’t have it in them.” She said, knowing that people weren’t creative that or they were too afraid to explore it. “For future reference, I guess.”

[annakendricknews]

[theojameson-deactivated20220110]

“Having a three year old, doesn’t leave too much room for listening to the newer music. Always listening to Disney songs. So I’ll have to look up her recent music.” If he remembered to look up that is as Theo always has something else going on usually. His mind was full of ideas and thoughts, that sometimes things like looking up new music went unnoticed by him. “What are you studying in school?” Normally he wouldn’t be all that interested in what people were studying in school; but yet at the mention of it – for some reason he was curious. Guess it was because she didn’t throw in what she was studying after she said she was back in school That was always helpful. “I’ve heard worse things in my life as well. Just when I asked the question I felt like I should apologize anyhow.” 

[erinjacobswtf-blog]

“That definitely makes it a lot harder to keep up with music. I won’t blame you on that one bit. Oh, Disney songs can be great too. As long as you’re listening to the good ones. Mulan is a great soundtrack. You should, it’s not all out yet though.” She said, tapping her chin for a moment. She knew it came out soon but that was all that mattered. “I’m going for music, actually. It’s my thing. But I’m going to help my writing.” She said with a smile, taking a sip of her drink after a moment. Music was her life, it had gotten her through some bad times and she knew it always would. She didn’t understand people who didn’t enjoy music. She shook the thoughts when she heard Theo’s voice again. “Oh, no need to apologize. You’re all good.”

[theojameson-deactivated20220110]

“I think I missed that song by her. Of course I haven’t kept up with her music in awhile regrettably.” Having a child didn’t leave you much room for listening to more of the current music. You wound up listening to song from Disney most of the day. “No luck or you haven’t gotten around to trying?” He shrugged his shoulder some. “The last part wasn’t supposed to sound that mean, forgive me please. I have no filter.”

[erinjacobswtf-blog]

“Well, it’s a newer song. I think it’s only been out for like a month, so it’s definitely understandable that you wouldn’t know it.” She said, her head nodding. “I only know it because I have a deep love for Lady Gaga.” She said with a chuckle, taking another sip of her drink. “I haven’t gotten around to truly trying. But I’m back in school and that’s helping a ton. So it’s only a matter of time. Just gotta find the right muse, that’s the hardest part.” She said before she shook her head, “Oh don’t worry. I’ve heard worse things in my life.”

[ariana-hoffman]

Ariana felt awkward asking a complete stranger for direction to a University, but she couldn’t seem to find the place. It was a mystery to her, and the longer she looked at the map the more her eyes started to blur and a headache was setting in. She hadn’t meant to interrupt a musician in the middle of their jam session but they were the only person she could see that wasn’t talking to someone else and there was something about this woman that just felt comfortable and like they could be trusted. The brunette narrowed her eyebrows at the woman’s reply, finding herself even more confused. “This way?” She asked pointing in a direction towards downtown. “I just moved here from Germany… I really don’t know the area at all,” She sighed deeply looking up at the woman. 

[erinjacobswtf-blog]

Erin knew how disorienting it could be to be in a new city. It wasn’t the most fun situation, unless you liked adventure then it was definitely worth it. She always had mixed feelings, yes a new place could be fun and adventurous but it could be a lot to take in and that wasn’t always a good time. She shook her own thoughts though, she knew the town and knew that the brunette beside her was probably not the type who enjoyed getting lost. At least not when you were trying to find a specific place. She chuckled, “This way.” She said, pointing to her right, a smile on her lips. “Germany? That’s a big change. What brought you here from there? We were all new at one point. You’ll adjust, trust me.” 

[shxrpteeth]

Once he finished, he turned his head to the side and notice someone that seemed to be singing “You know, I don’t bite, you can sin’ with me” he smiled at her, he didn’t know if she didn’t because she thought it would bother him, or because she just didn’t want to, he decided to let her know that if she wanted to with him, she could, just in case it was the first option. The song was over, but he could always sing another one with her, he was always a fan of singing in duet, he always thought it was fun, and since he didn’t do it in a while, he missed it “I miss singin’ duets anyway”

[erinjacobswtf-blog]

Erin looked up when she felt eyes on her, a shy smile on her lips. She wasn’t sure if he noticed her prior to this moment but now he had. “Really?” She asked, a smile on her lips. She sang with people for school, but that wasn’t the same and it probably never would be. She stepped into the room now, her eyes on the man then to the piano. It was such a beautiful instrument to play. Something about it soothed her. “I would love to join you in that case.” She replied with a wide smile on her lips.

[theojameson-deactivated20220110]

Sitting at the bar with a beer in hand, Theo was wondering if it was a normal occurrence for a bar to have entertainment in the form of slightly slurred words. He supposed it was common that it would happen after awhile; once someone had too much to drink. But from listening to what the girl was saying maybe she should cut herself for the night. Yet he wasn’t going to mention that. “Random song you wrote or…?” The blue eyed male questioned not sure if he had heard the song before or not. 

[erinjacobswtf-blog]

Erin was sure her singing hadn’t gotten too bad. Sure her words were slurring, but she still had a decent voice so she wasn’t going to stop when she heard a song she liked. Usually she was on the other side of the bar humming along and chuckling at the drunken ‘performers’ and now she was one of those people. She heard a voice and shook her head. “Oh no. That would be amazing, but no. That was written by the genius that is Lady Gaga.” She said with a chuckle. “My songs don’t make it onto the radio..yet.”

[austenamelia1]

Austen was sure she’d recognize the bartender’s voice anywhere. Clear and ringing and sad. The sadness almost drew her up short in her approach. The dark-haired girl had only just walked in to see the clearly drunk girl, frown tugging at the corner of her lip. She took a seat, quickly deciding to order a water instead of her usual. “Well hey there, pretty girl.” She said, voice easy as her brows furrowed in concern.

[erinjacobswtf-blog]

Erin picked up her drink and finished it off before waving the bartender down for another. She saw the look he gave her but she shook her head and he gave in and brought her another one. She soon was taking a sip from the fresh drink. She heard somebody come to sit beside her and looked over when somebody sat beside her. She smiled when she saw an all too familiar face. “Well hey there yourself. About time I saw you.” She said, her eye narrowing slightly. “That look is not allowed.”

[ariana-hoffman]

Ariana was still getting used to the town and honestly— the language. Although she had taken English lessons her entire life and was fluent, it was an entirely new situation to be fully submerged. She held the door within her delicate hands, feeling like a complete tourist as she tried to navigate the busy streets; which was busier than she had expected when she first heard about the area. The leaves were starting to turn orange and the brunette couldn’t help but get off track while she looked for the university. Sighing she sat down on a bench and noticed someone sitting next to her. “Excuse me? Do you know where the university is?” She asked feeling like she was intruding on this person’s day but desperately needed to find her school. “University of North Carolina, Wilmington Campus,” She clarified. 

[erinjacobswtf-blog]

Erin was wandering the town, guitar on her back. She was looking for a place that might spark some sort of inspiration but so far no place had really called out to her. Though after a few moments she found a bench that was in a busier section of town but somehow that pulled her in more than a secluded place. She sat down after moving her guitar to in front of her, plopping down before starting to strum softly. She was focused on her guitar and the sounds coming from it, which caused her to jump when she heard a voice. She chuckled at herself and nodded. “It’s about five blocks south of here.” She said with a smile, her eyes moving to the woman beside her.

[shxrpteeth]

After his 24 hours shift, he got home, changed himself, and grabbed his guitar, he walked to the park, like he liked to do sometimes to sing a little. The last time that he did that was two months ago, maybe it was because he got busier, or maybe he was just  distracted with something else, he didn’t know why exactly, but he missed it. He sat down on one of the benches, the park was almost empty, since it was night, there were just one or two couples, and a few people walking by, he placed the guitar in the right position, and started to sing and play Home by Phillips Phillips.

[erinjacobswtf-blog]

Erin had worked a late shift and slept most of the day away. She’d been doing that more lately if she wasn’t in class. She was sticking to doing good in the class, even if Naomi was suddenly gone. She shook the thoughts as she walked the park, her eyes on her feet as she walked. She glanced up from time to time to make sure she wasn’t going to walk into anybody or anything. She heard the sound of a guitar and smiled, her eyes closing as the song became familiar. She began singing as she got closer to the source, though she kept her voice soft so others wouldn’t really hear her.

[luna-bishop-deactivated20161201]

“Being able to laugh at yourself is vital to enjoying life so I’d agree with you,” They nodded their head. “Yeah definitely,” Luna smirked at Erin. The tattoo artist smiled and nodded. “It’s a fun hobby to partake in,” They chuckled. “So… tell me, what’s going on with you lately? How are you doing?” Luna asked looking up at her. “Anything exciting? Relationship-wise, job-wise? Tell your friend all the details— I wanna know.”

[erinjacobswtf-blog]

“Oh yeah. If you can’t laugh at yourself you shouldn’t be able to laugh at other people in my opining.” She said with a smile, her head nodding. “Fun is a good way to put it, for sure.” She said with a chuckle, her shoulders shrugging. “Just been back at school, to help my music. Get a career actually going, I hope. SO that’s kept my life busy, that and working at the bar. What about you? What’s going on in the life of Luna?”

[lonelytimes07]

[erinjacobswtf-blog]

“It wasn’t love, it wasn’t love. It was a perfect illusion (perfect illusion). Mistaken for love, it wasn’t love. It was a perfect illusion (perfect illusion). You were a perfect illusion.”  She sang as she sat at the bar, a bar she typically worked at but tonight was about not caring and being totally drunk, which was clear by her already slightly slurred words.

[luna-bishop-deactivated20161201]

“Most likely,” Luna grinned with a playful smile as they agreed with their friend. “I like to make fun of myself all the time,” The black-haired person winked at her and chuckled. “I love all alcohol— i’m a big fan of the stuff,” She said jokingly in a humorous tone. “I really like oversized t-shirts… you know just for reference,” They teased.

[erinjacobswtf-blog]

“I like to think so at least.” She replied with a chuckle as she shrugged her shoulders slightly. “I do too. It’s better if I do it over somebody else doing it anyways.” She said with a chuckle, her head shaking slightly. “Oh, hey. Alcohol is great, i have a soft spot for it sometimes.” She said with a smile, “I’ll keep that in mind.” She winked. 

[nanionline]