Sunshine

[lcttiedixon]

brooklynxcarver·:

Brooked nodded her head, “Well what else are friends for?” Her brow raised in a playful manner. There were few people as close to her as Lottie and Maverick. People that she had let into her life all those years ago. They were the few people in her life that knew all the ups and downs of her high school relationship with Tate. How she couldn’t quite seem to commit to someone now and well, they were as much her supporters as she was for them. “I best hope not,” she was still smiling at Lottie. “Kota may have taught me a few moves over the years.” Which was absolutely a lie and the smile sticking to her lips only proved it. 

lottie was always there for brooke and she knew she could rely on the girl just as much. she loved that about her. she was a good friend. she laughed, shaking her head. “you don’t have to worry about that. he’s going to like, these meetings, and i think he’s doing really well. he’s ten months sober, you know? and he’s never gotten that far before. i’m really proud of him.”

[lcttiedixon]

audreymatt·:

“Yes, get pregnant.” Audrey confirmed. “I mean, not the how, I know plenty of how you do it.” She said with a chuckle. “But ya’ know, I don’t think I’ll ever be ready for that but I really do love y’all having cute babies.” The brunette said in a more cheerful voice as she waited for Lottie to get comfortable whilist she rubbed her hands. “Especially when they’re old enough so I can do their hair. It gives me so much thrill.” She squeeled. “Well, that’s good that you get some help. I’d offer you a pedicure and a massage but I don’t have my tools here— So, things with Cash are okay?”

lottie laughed, “i was about to say...i really didn’t want to have the sex talk with you. although, it would’ve been good practice for when i have to go over it with forest in a few years.” she joked. “i didn’t have a great mother figure so i didn’t think i’d be ready either but when i got pregnant, there wasn’t anything more i wanted than a family.” she nodded, “i know. that’s why i’m so excited to have a girl. forest doesn’t let me do anything anymore. he won’t even let me pick out clothes for him.” she felt as if he was growing up so fast but she knew she was just emotional because of her hormones. “that’s okay. next time. but yes, things with cash are perfect. i missed him more than anything, you know?”

[hilarydaily]

Hilary Duff filming Younger in New York, June 26th

[lcttiedixon]

photographereloiseb·:

Eloise laughed a little, “Well he is a big boy now, double figures and everything he is grown.” She laughed a little as she looked over at her best friend for a brief moment and laughed a little, “Oh I remember when I was like that. Not going to lie I can’t wait for the day I am a mom. But when is Magnolia going to be here? Well it is great that you love being a mom.”

“and he acts like it too, sometimes but ever since cash has gotten back into town, the two of them have been inseparable. forest is definitely a attached to him.” which, she found to be endearing. “magnolia should be here the end of january. we’ll see when she decides to make an appearance though.”

[amberjbryson]

Location: Éternité With: Open

@tupeloextras​

It was already a tough day for the young lawyer. Starting her morning off with an argument regarding the senior managing position at the firm didn’t go over well and her attitude was a point of contention among the family and she was tired of it. There was a bit of back and forth, she threatened to leave the firm and make her own if she had to and her father called an end to the meeting. If they weren’t going to appreciate all of the hard work she’d done for the family, they were going to be forced to appreciate it on her way out. Many would say she was overreacting, her family spoiled her rotten and now whenever she was told ‘no’, she couldn’t stomach it. Absolutely disgusted by the treatment she’d received, she figured it was best to give her friend a call and invite them out for dinner, her treat. The two of them sat across from one another, awaiting the arrival of their meals and she let out an annoyed grunt. “Can you fucking believe the audacity of Arnold fucking Bryson? He had the gall to say that my attitude at today’s meeting was unacceptable. Maybe if he wasn’t trying to favor Cici over me, we wouldn’t be having these issues.”  

[lcttiedixon]

lottie had a long morning of parent meetings. this year had been harder than most and maybe it was her hormones. the fact that she was more than half way through her pregnancy was making working harder for her. she was slightly more irritable and her ankles and feet were beginning to swell and it was as if she had zero tolerance at school, which was unlike her. so, she was thankful when her friend called her out for lunch. she was beginning to wonder if she was just hungry, which she would’ve believed because she’d skipped out on breakfast at the fear of being late. she was the principal afterall and she was supposed to be setting an example for everyone else. lottie took a sup of her water, shaking her head at her friend’s words. “when is he going to realize how hard you work? cici doesn’t get half as much done as you do.”

[lcttiedixon]

brooklynxcarver·:

Brooke shrugged her shoulders, “I know you aren’t. You get caught up in the moment and honestly,” she shook her head, “I’m not even upset. I’d probably be in the same boat as you if I was you.” Brooke, despite the rather tough front the blonde put on, knew that if she were in a similar position would have reacted the same way. “All that matters is that you believe him, Lottie. Not me, or anyone else has to believe that too. You know we all just want the best for you and I’ll let you know if I don’t feel like it, I won’t let you get hurt again if I can help it.” She wagged her finger at her friend, knowing that only Lottie would be able to keep herself from getting hurt, but that didn’t mean Brooke wouldn’t look out for her. 

lottie was glad brooke understood. she didn’t know what she’d do without the blonde by her side. she’d gone through so much with cash and brooke had always been there when she needed a shoulder to lean on. she was glad things were improving though.  “i know you guys just want what’s best for me but thank you for being here for me and caring.” she gave her friend a smile and then let out a small laugh. “i really don’t think you have anything to worry about.”

[lcttiedixon]

brooklynxcarver·:

She wanted her best friend to be happy. That was never something she would hope against. Especially for Lottie, someone that been there for her entire life. “He might have mentioned it,” she lifted her shoulders in a shrug. It was part of the perks of working with the blonde’s brother. Though she doubted Lottie was all too aware that she was sleeping with Hunter after and during shifts. She nodded her head as Lottie explained that he was sober and back to stay in Tupelo. “I’m happy to hear that,” and she was, but that didn’t mean she couldn’t be on high alert for her friend, “I know you love him, but doesn’t mean I won’t get a few girls together to kick his ass if he messes up again.” She was mostly teasing about the idea.

lottie appreciated that the girl was looking out for her and she had no idea how she got so lucky to find a friend that looked out for her the way that brooke did. “i figured that’s how you knew. it’s not like i was hiding it from you but it’s just that i haven’t found the right time to tell you.” she knew that hiding stuff like this wasn’t at all be a good idea. “he’s doing better and i know that not everyone is my life is going to believe that but, he is and i love him.” and there wasn’t really anything anybody could do, especially if he was doing better. “i know you’d totally do that and i’m not against it at all.”

[lcttiedixon]

audreymatt·:

lcttiedixon·

“Twenty eight weeks, damn, baby. I don’t know how y’all do that.” Audrey said, her eyebrowes raised in surprised as she looked at Lottie’s distended belly. She loved babies, just when they were someone else’s, she always bought presents for her friends and their kids and was the cool aunt and took them for an ice cream. But moderhood was not something she wanted for herself. “Good choiced.” The brunette pointed at Charlotte with her finger and a smile. “Sure, here you go.” Grabbing the towel she handed it to her friend and finally picked an oil. “It’s important to get some pamperin’, cher. Relaxed mom, relaxed baby.” She smiled. “How are you goin’, uhm? How’re you feelin’?”

“do...what? get pregnant?” lottie asked, lauging a little. she had always wanted a family growing up and she’d always wanted to be a mom to prove that she was better than what her mom was. she wouldn’t neglect any of her kids but instead, love them more than anything. she moved her shirt and shifted the towel over her chest and then lifted her shoulders up in a shrug. “i’m good. cash is back in town and he’s been helping with everything, which has helped with some stress. i am a little sore though. my ankles and feet are started to swell.”

[lcttiedixon]

cashmackenna·:

The older man reached down to wrap his fingers around one of her feet, letting his fingers press into the sole of her foot. He leaned down and pressed a kiss to the inside of her ankle as he massaged her foot gentle. Cash turned his attention towards Lottie, sighing happily as he leaned in to press a kiss to the top of her head. “I love you too, baby. I’m happy to be hear with you both– I’ve missed this, I’ve missed you.” He murmured. 

There was a knock at the door, he was getting up to his feet to answer it and pay for the pizza. It felt good being in the same house with him, having dinner together. This was something that Cash needed, that he wanted. The night had been perfect in a sense, it wasn’t perfect yet it was enough for him. “I’ll go tuck the squirt into bed,” he said, following Forest down the hall to help him get ready for the night. Cash stepped out of the bedroom, returning down the hall as he joined Lottie on the couch once again.

lottie let out a small sigh of relief as he moved his fingers over her feet. she smiled at him lovingly, relaxing more into the couch as he placed a kiss on the top of her head. “i’m happy you’re here too. i’ve missed you so much.” she breathed out, her stomach twisting in excitement at the sound of his words. she loved him, a lot and everything seemed to be falling into place which made her happier than she’d ever be able to express and she knew that. she placed her hand on her expanding belly and rubbed it softly, her eyes trained on cash. 

once dinner was over, she laid back on the couch. she really loved how things seemed to be getting back to normal and how happy everyone was that cash was here. she nodded her head, “i’ll be here.” she reassured, watching him follow their son down to his room. she shifted once he was back on the couch with her and laid her head in his lap, a small smile on her face as she reached her hand up and rubbed her thumb against his cheek, a happy look resting on her face.  “this was the best surprise. you’re the best surprise.”

[lcttiedixon]

hunterdixcn·:

Hunter adored his sister, and he would do anything for her at the drop of a hat. “Yeah, I know,” he replied, winking at her. “Good. I love that little rascal, y’know?” He didn’t even try to hide his laugh as he let it ripple through his chest, shaking his head. “Charlotte Dixon, you’re way too smart for that nonsense. You’ve known me since the day you were born, and we both know I’m stubborn as hell. Me not settlin’ down isn’t goin’ to go changin’ with the seasons. I happen to like my single life quite a bit.” 

lottie nodded her head, “i know you love him and he loves you too, you know that right? me and cash already came up with a name for this one too.” she told him and rubbed her stomach softly. she was excited to be expanding her family. she scrunched her nose up as he used her whole name and then laughed softly. she knew he was right. “well, come on. you can’t blame me for hoping.”

[lcttiedixon]

librarianvickieg·:

Vick was at work the day had been dragging for her all day and it was at that moment where she felt like she wanted to go home but she still had like an hour left of her shift. As she sat there behind reception, she noticed her friend walk in and she smiled as her face lit up for a brief moment, she smiled, “Well I am free tonight for dinner, I would love to see Forest, I need some hugs.” She smiled as she ran a hand through her hair for a moment, “Well good to hear you say it as I miss you as well so we need to hang out.” 

lottie nodded her head, “i’d love that.” she tried her best to make time for her friends, even through everything. the pregnancy and cash moving to town and forest starting soccer, everything what taking a toll but she loved her friends a lot and wanted them to be a part of everything too. “come on over though. forest would love to see you.”

[lcttiedixon]

audreymatt·:

lcttiedixon·

“No, hon. You don’t.” Audrey chuckled. “You look pregnant.” She stated. “Pregnant women need pampering.” She pointed out, rolling her eyes playfully at Lottie’s question. “I wouldn’t be offering my god-sent hands if I wasn’t.” She smiled. “Let’s start with your shoulders so it’s easier to get on your back later. Take off your t-shirt unless you want it stained with oil. ‘ve seen it all but in case you’re feeling shy I got a towel.” Audrey smiled as she started to get the perfect essential oil. 

lottie nodded her head in confirmation, a small laugh leaving her lips. “that, i am. i’m about twenty eight weeks.” and she was definitely still excited about being pregnant, mostly because of what it meant. she bit down on her lip, “alright.” she breathed out and tugged her t shirt over her head before holding it against her chest. “could i get a towel, please?” she asked, glancing back and offering her a smile.

[hilarydaily]

[lcttiedixon]

hunterdixcn·:

“But you love me anyway,” Hunter pointed out before tapping Lottie’s nose playfully. No matter how old they got, he would always see her as his baby sister, and while he wasn’t ever one to dive into the world of being the typical overly-protective sibling, he definitely couldn’t help but act like a big brother from time to time. “I’m bettin’ he’ll be good at it. I’m shit at sports but I’ll be out there rootin’ for him every chance I get, okay?” Hunter raised an eyebrow at Lottie, looking her over carefully. “What kind of crazy idea is that, Charlie? I ain’t ever settlin’ down and you know it. You’re a cool mom, why would you want to go and be an aunt too. Besides, I don’t need to have kids, I’m barely able to handle myself around yours.” 

“yeah, you’re right. you know i love you.” lottie didn’t mind being honest with her brother. sometimes, especially during the break in her relationship with cash, he felt like the only person she could really turn to. she knew he had his own stuff going on but she still turned to him when she needed a shoulder to lean on. “i’m sure he will. i’m excited to see him pick up some kind of hobby. i’ll be sure to tell you when his games are so that you can be there with me cheering him on in the stands.” she replied, a smile on her face as she got excited just thinking about the possibility. “yeah, yeah. i should know that but i was just hopin’ ya changed your mind.”

[ahuxlcy]

closed starter for @lcttiedixon​

“Okay so, I don’t offer this to many but I think you could use a massage, or at least a shoulder rub.” Audrey said to Lottie her brows furrowed in a thoughtful gaze as she looked at the blonde. “Or even a facial. I got all the things right here. It’ll give you all the energy until your break at school starts.” She said in a luring voice. 

[lcttiedixon]

“do i really look at tense?” lottie wondered out loud. she was pregnant and not only that but she also had a lot on her plate at her job but things had gotten better since cash had gotten into town. “actually, that all sounds much needed. i can’t remember the last time i pampered myself. do you have the time?”

[hilarydaily]

Hilary Duff filming Younger in New York, June 2nd

[lcttiedixon]

L O T T I E D I X O N [002/???]

“she was powerful. not because she wasn’t scared but because she went on so strongly, despite the fear.”

LOTTIE’S PLAYLIST

01. positions by ariana grande

“heaven sent you to me. i’m just hopin’ i don’t repeat history.”

02. i was made for loving you by tori kelly 

“i was made for loving you. even though we may be hopeless hearts just passing through. Every bone screaming (I don't know what we should do). all I know is, darling, I was made for loving you.”

03. bubbly by colbie caillat

“that you make me smile, please, stay for a while now...”

04. 10,000 hours by dan + shay & justin bieber

“when you close your eyes, tell me, what are you dreamin'. everything, I wanna know it all.”

05. if i ain’t got you by alicia keys

“some people want it all but I don't want nothing at all if it ain't you, baby.”

06. somebodys heartbreak by hunter hayes

“if you’re gonna be somebody’s heartbreak, somebody’s mistake, somebody’s first time, somebody’s last time...baby be mine.”