cherry wine.

naomi kirke. twenty-five. florist.

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Because I know how much you love my fuzzy blanket. -Aaliya

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✉ || RIVER ⇄ NAOMI

River: I would like to veto the second. I hate when you tickle me. Those little hands are the worst with that. Then I'm going there because you are the most amazing, creative, sweet, beautiful, kind, giving girl I know. You telling me what you love about me while eating pizza? Babe that is the dream. Just some side jobs where needed. Nothing permanent yet. Been a while since I cooked for you. I'll make all your favorites.

River: I know what you mean. Like those nights we talked in my car for the whole night. You and this Raina seem to be spending a good amount of time together. And Micah, huh? Of course. You know you're my favorite. Cause it's impossible. Your brow gets all furrowed and it's too cute.

Naomi: But you look so cute when you squirm! It's those ninja-like reflexes I have you never see coming which is what makes this so awesome. Shhh. River Dawson you're not allowed. I'm all for making your dreams come true so any time you think of more, I'm your girl. If you need help looking for something? I could ask around. Now THAT's the dream. Forget your kisses! I'm out here waiting for breakfast!

Naomi: Those were special. That was the night I first fell in love with you. Yeah, we're thinking of going to the zoo next. You should come with! Micah! Yup. He works next door at a bookstore so we have smoke breaks together, he's a really sweet guy. I know, I know. But sometimes it's hard to remember that. It's not cute! It's scary! I was going light on you! Remind me to unleash my FULL TERROR on you next time you're annoying!

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✉ || MICAH ⇄ NAOMI

Micah: Is that how you see it when you talk to people? You're taking up time for other things? And while I think it's great that you want to make others happy I think you could do that by just talking to them. You're good at that. You don't need more than that. I actually feel the same. Oh I don't know that you want to do that. I'm not much of an exciting guy. Small spurts is probably better.

Naomi: Sometimes? It's not that important when there's so many things people have going on, so I understand. And I guess people lose interest quickly... or well, my dad did when I was younger. Not that he wasn't a great dad, he is. Now I'm rambling again so don't mind me. Oh, I don't know about that. I mean, I try, but hey have you ever heard of love languages? There's different types that people respond to better. So some people like it when they're listened to and spent time with, some people like gifts better. It's different ways of thinking how to make someone happy. Of course I want to! If you can tell I'm not much of an exciting girl either. So two peas.

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Text: Raina & Naomi

Raina: I knew being cute would get me somewhere in life one day. Oh is that the game you're playing? Should I spew them out verbally or print them out and toss them at you? What's the best way to deliver a text in person?

Naomi: I'm sure it's going to get you in so many places! Bat those eyelashes and say something really smart, you're already on your way. Gosh-- haha it's not a game! Will it be a word vomit? Will it be like a rant or a ramble because there's a difference. I would go handwritten on gold card just to make it special.

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Text: Raina & Naomi

Raina: Did someone hurt you over ice cream in the past or something? lol That sounds perfect, but I still want some of the strawberry. You can't hog it all! What if you forget to unmute me?

Naomi: I've had many arguments about ice cream with my boyfriend. It's a sore spot! I'll share only because you're cute! Then you have to come find me and flood me with messages in person.

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I noticed you looking at her on our date. We couldn’t steal the penguin, but you liked the otters anyway. It says her name is Shelulu but please, please rename her. Save her.

Raina

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✉ || MICAH ⇄ NAOMI

Micah: I'm not saying I don't get why you feel that but can I ask is it because people have made you feel like you should? I would like to be in it as long as you are sure that you do. Honestly all I do at home is read. It's nice to have someone to talk to.

Naomi: Sometimes. Not all the time. I guess I feel guilty if I take up too much time. And it's not that I'm waiting for people to do good things to me so I have a reason. I want to do them because I want to, and I like seeing people happy and making them feel special. It's honestly the best part. Of course I'm sure! You're one of my favorite people here. My week would honestly suck without you. Well if you ever get bored at home too you can always come find me. Our time together doesn't need to just be work breaks.

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Text: Raina & Naomi

Raina: I don't know why you're having this argument with me. Of the three, I would choose Neapolitan. Is that cheating? You would mute me? Naomi! I'm hurt!

Naomi: I just feel very strongly about ice cream. No, not cheating, plus if we share a scoop I can take the strawberry, you can take vanilla and we can share the chocolate. Just for like an hour!

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✉ || MICAH ⇄ NAOMI

Micah: You shouldn't have to feel like somebody wants something from you when they want to do something for you. I don't want a payment for being in your life. Alright maybe you got me on the books. Yeah? Well glad to hear it. I didn't know if I made you feel pressured or whatever to have our breaks line up.

Naomi: I've never really thought about it that way before. I guess I've always felt like I had to repay their kindness with mine. But I'm sorry if I made it feel like I was paying you... you're welcome to be in my life. In fact I want you to be. No, not at all! I was hoping our breaks would line up just so I'd have a chance to talk to you again, but I didn't know if you wanted the time out to read.

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Text: Raina & Naomi

Raina: Vanilla is like the classic of the classics. People like it better than strawberry. Strawberry is the wild card of the classics. That's what a lot of people do with babies so I don't see why it wouldn't work for a penguin. Definitely. I'm going t spam you so much you'll be begging me to stop.

Naomi: But you can take strawberry plain! Vanilla only works if it's piled on with something else, like apple pie or a brownie. Okay, first name that comes to mind when we're there. If it's too much I'll have to mute you!

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✉ || MICAH ⇄ NAOMI

Micah: Why would you feel bad? You do. I have a bookmark, and to be honest with you my favorite part about work is talking to you during break.

Naomi: Because! I don't want you to feel like you're going out of your way without getting something in return. Oh, so it's not the free coffee or being surrounded by books? Haha I kid I kid. Um, that's really sweet, I didn't expect that. Because you're a big reason why I look forward to my breaks.

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Text: Raina & Naomi

Raina: Really? I mean you're right, strawberry is probably the least liked of the classic three flavors, but I'm not going to call you out haha I have no idea, but Pingu is cute. I think there's a penguin named Flipper in some movie franchise somewhere too. Riiiiiight? I'm excited. Our phones will be full of penguins and otters.

Naomi: Umm that's false! It goes chocolate, strawberry then vanilla in last place. Honestly this is shaping up to be more of a situation where we'll take one look at the penguin and have a name come to mind. It's better spontaneous! Haha my phone will be full of photos from you now.

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texts | aaliya + naomi

Aaliya: One of the reasons I enjoy your company. Mmm... neither are my usual go-tos, but I'm down for something different.

Naomi: What is your usual go-to? We don't have to go for any of those though! I'll probably be too busy snuggling to focus on the movie anyway.

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✉ || MICAH ⇄ NAOMI

Micah: Then I appreciate it. I just don't want you to think you have repay me in a way every time I do a decent thing for you.

Naomi: But it's only fair and I would feel bad if I didn't. And I want to do decent things for you too.

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✉ || MICAH ⇄ NAOMI

Micah: You know you don't have to give me something every time I do something for you. It's alright just to let me do it.

Naomi: No, no. I want to. Like you said, waffles makes everything better.

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Text: Raina & Naomi

Raina: Chunky Monkey without a doubt. What's yours? So we need to come up with good penguin names. Maybe the smallest one then? Wouldn't it be cute if it fit in a hood?

Naomi: I know you won't believe me and think it's something so out there but I just really like strawberry. We could go the easy route and call it Pingu. Or what are those penguins from Happy Feet called? I would dieee. Get ready for so many pictures.

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river-dawson‌:

“Whoa there, kid, slow down,” he laughed taking her hand and using it as an excuse to pull her into him. “The flowers look amazing, and you look amazing. You’re the most beautiful girl here.” And while it wouldn’t be the only time he used that line, he meant it now. “I see that look. Don’t get to used to it,” he warned though he kissed her forehead to thank her for the compliment. “I don’t like feeling so restricted.”

Naomi fell into his embrace easily, letting her arms wrap around his waist as she laughed softly as if embarrassed to be caught mid-ramble. She gave him a squeeze as she leaned into him, brushing her lips against his. “I can’t convince you to dress up for dinner sometime? Pretend like we’re not eating french fries and burgers? Then I better savor this while I can.”