Honestly, right about now I’m not sure what’s worse to deal with: real-life monsters or parking ticket “appeals”. Either way if I’m gonna continue to mediate these volatile situations, I’ll need some coffee. STAT.
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Honestly, right about now I’m not sure what’s worse to deal with: real-life monsters or parking ticket “appeals”. Either way if I’m gonna continue to mediate these volatile situations, I’ll need some coffee. STAT.
nursejones:
“I’m exhausted.”
“Not too exhausted for a hot chocolate I hope. I mean, it’s totally okay if you are. I can just leave this fresh-made mug right here for you. ... Are you okay? Getting your 8 hours? Hopefully.”
hottest grandma ever Sara Kingsley + text posts
What's a decision that you've never regretted?
Never regretted? I’ve never regretted taking Alex and Claire in. You know, you think that your life is a certain way- that it can’t ever be what it was before, not even a little- but sometimes you’re wrong. You’re proved wrong. Those girls made my house a home again. I never stopped being a mom but being a mom to them, it was the best thing that could have have happened to me. I’d never regret them for a second.
mrdickroman:
“However it happened, I’m glad it happened sooner rather than later,” he let out slyly, happy with himself–maybe even overjoyed–in that moment. Some people were just too easy to win over. “Text talk? I.. I suppose so. I don’t really use those devices. I prefer face to face meetings. As nice as those phones are, emailing and texting is just so… awful. It’s much better to get your message across when you can tell a person in the physical form,” he told the woman, his eyes never leaving hers. “So, Jody… what do you do? If you don’t mind me asking?”
He was really into eye contact, wasn't he? Not that she was complaining or anything, it was nice. It was nice to be looked at every now again. "Well that is definitely not terrible to hear," she smiled, holding her head up a little higher. She was still an attractive, flirt-worthy woman. She could totally do this without being a complete goof. "No? Not even for Snapchat? I'm told you haven't truly lived until you've used the puppy filter. Impersonal. It can definitely be impersonal, doesn't hold a candle to the real thing. Yes? Oh, no. Ask away. I am a cop. Sheriff actually. Currently off duty for the sake of the cotton candy. And what about you, Dick? What do you do?"
the-flannel-hunter:
“Damn.” He chuckled. “They never make it easy, do they?” It was an unfortunate fact that hunting was an imprecise art–almost like taking a sledgehammer to a concrete wall and hoping you could dodge the flying pieces–And most hunters developed quite a hardened outlook against it. It was nice to see Jody remaining so upbeat even after all these years. “Yeah.” He looked down. “I heard about the letters. I’m sorry for that. Nobody deserved to be tricked here. I wouldn’t be surprised if we lost a couple allies because of it.” She was still talking to him, though, so that was a good sign. Or perhaps just an indication that she didn’t mind being trapped in the town she lived for a while.
“You say most of us like you’re scolding Dean and I for living a less than upstanding life.” He laughed again, grateful for Jody being able to bring that reaction out of him. “Right. That makes sense. Dating is never easy, especially with all this going on. And when you have kids living with you who might not appreciate the addition of a new member to family game nights, right? Hey, for what it’s worth, I think you’d make a great cougar, Jody. What’s that saying? Hit it and quit it? Might not hurt for some stress release.” Sam nodded. Remembering those days had hurt at first, memories not worth reliving, but now they came with more of a dull ache, ignorable if he kept talking. “Not much to tell, really. I went, I dropped out, and I’ve been hunting ever since. Can you picture me making it to orientation late, then? Because they were at least fifteen minutes in when I got there. Don’t forget the dry ramen squares, those were a staple of my diet the first year.” Before Jess. “At least you know pretty much every eligible guy in town, now. Less likely to get an unpleasant surprise. “That’s good. Oh, I don’t know why I asked, I really don’t have any idea what that looks like. But he sounds great. I’m glad things are good for you guys.”
"Nope, not even once. Not even on the holidays." Being a cop had definitely given her a head start when it came to the whole hunting thing. She already knew how to read people, situations and adjust her empathy accordingly. Of course getting overly involved when it came to the supernatural got a little...tricky. When Sam spoke however she pushed those thoughts to the back of her mind and fixed him with a look. "Sam Winchester, now is not the time for feeling guilty, okay? I know it's your thing," she said with a small, entirely teasing smile, "But it's not gonna help anyone. Maybe instead of looking at it like it's your fault- which, BTW it's not and yes, I acronym now- you should take a minute to appreciate how many people appreciate you. And Dean. You saved alotta lives. You saved mine. It's not something you stop being grateful for. Besides, no one had to come."
"I'm sorry, when was the last time you boys did your taxes? Wait, don't answer that. I might have to arrest you," she winked before letting out a laugh too. It was good to hear him laugh. Hell, it was good to see that he was alive. "Right. Of course I took full advantage when Alex went off to college and Claire was taking hunts across state to go wild but... I'm kidding. Claire was saying the other day she'd be more than happy to keep leaving her knives out so I could meet a cute doctor. I--- Wow. Um, thank...you...? Are we allowed to have this conversation? I'm old enough to be your mother," she joked, covering her face with her hand in mock embarrassment. Hit it and quit it. Honestly. "I might get a stress ball. ... Which sounds really wrong after you saying that. Right. Oh, yeah. Yeah, that one's picture perfect in my mind right now. Your hair was probably at a weird length and all boy-band messy, right? Dry ramen got us all through the toughest of times. I've tried to forget most of my academy days but ramen was definitely there. Mm, safety first. Hey, you'll see him. Love him. Yeah, me too. Me too."
novakxclaire:
Woah woah woah, yeah, let’s not go there. I still want to be able to eat tonight without any nasty mental images. Alex is the nurse, she can enjoy spoiling meals with gross talk. Pizza and ice cream sounds like a great breakfast. Provided they aren’t being eaten together. Well, actually, Hawaiian pizza with pineapple ice cream could be pretty good…[She chuckled and made a face] I can’t believe I just said that, ew. Kale isn’t even a real superfood. I’m pretty sure the government made that up because they didn’t know what else to do with something as disgusting as kale. Fine, you don’t mom me all the time. Just sometimes. I don’t hate it [she admitted in a rare moment of true vulnerability]. Without crust. God, I’m not some heathen. With lotion. You always have to get the kleenex with lotion, or your nose gets all raw. Inevitably is very fair, Jody. Those boys have died more times than I’ve done the laundry. Huh, should I be doing the laundry more?
That’s definitely how we’re gonna play it. C’mon, Jody, if he see’s your butt injury he’s also seeing your butt, which is a very good thing. Cute first date idea, really. [Claire rolled her eyes, but she couldn’t stop the smile from fighting it’s way across her face] You’re so sappy, oh my god. I love you, too, god. Rocky road is gross. Blech. How do you even eat that stuff. The nuts get all hard and nasty and frozen. I’m sticking with Chocolate for sure.
That is the main perk of the job I think, besides the whole 'helping people' part. Okay, okay I promise I'll leave all the unpleasant dinner interruptions to Alex. She's probably owed that much anyways after that one dinner we all had together- the one you tried to turn into a sex ed class. Hawaiian pizza goes great with anything. I don't make the rules, just enforce 'em. Uh huh. What? No. Everything I know is a lie! Do you know how many copies of Women's Health I have to toss out now? Damn. Oh when in doubt turn your suspicion to the government, especially when it comes to super veggies. Just sometimes. [ Jody fights off a smile, trying to keep as cool about the moment as possible ] I don't hate it either. [ Laughing, she held up her hands in surrender ] Sorry I ever suggested it. No crusts, not ever. That is a very good point... You really are becoming an adult, aren't you? Oh honey, you could do the laundry another hundred times and still not catch to their current record.
It... Is a thing. I don't know if it's a very good thing. I thought you had to at least have dinner first before you showed your butt. Played all your best cards. Oh, oh my god, yes. That's right. I'm getting... [ She sighed dramatically ] Older, you know. I'm obligated to be sappy. I don't know why you always have to go right for my heart, even when you already put the knives away. The nuts are the best part. Not that I'm arguing with Chocolate but still.
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littlest-winchester:
emma looked up when she saw the woman she’d seen at the carnival. she shrunk behind her, watching them have a sort of stare down. she didn’t really understand the words she was saying but she was grateful when the man finally left. she gave her a small smile and nodded. “i remember you. thank you. he made me uncomfortable,” she admitted.
“yeah, he’s lucky i don’t make him uncomfortable," she murmured before fully focusing on emma. the important thing was that she was okay so she smiled kindly and looked her over just to be sure. "emma, right? emma, is there someone i can call for you? or take you to. your mom, maybe? dad?"
the-star-fairy:
stella looked up at the unknown woman and felt her instincts want to shut down. she wanted to clam up again and not speak. she felt sad and lost and lonely. but she pushed past them. she had to. she couldn’t do that to her family again. “do you like to swing?” she asked. she shrugged. “i don’t know,” she admitted.
“of course i do," jody smiled softly before gesturing towards the vacant swing beside her, "may i?" concern was plain to see on her face as she wondered what one of a thousand different reasons this girl wouldn't be okay. it was enough to make anyone's heart feel heavier. "that's okay. actually, it's usually the case but... i think if you don't know then maybe you're at least leaning towards the 'not' part. i'm jody, i'm the sheriff here. do you live nearby?"
novakxclaire:
“You do? And here I was thinking you were some holy spirit incapable of doing wrong.” She winked. “Okay, but….you’ve got a point. Palm readings take waaay too much money out of the designated trashy food fund. Nooo, don’t remember that.” Claire laughed. “I was young and dumb and had never had to tell someone that their beloved sheets were ruined before. I deserve some slack there. I think the words I used were…all sludge-y colored and smelling like sewage. I was really good at bedside manner back then. And now, actually. See, there’s something I’m good at. Giving you an excuse to eat more sugar and trans-fats. This why having kids is nice.” It was easy to pretend that they’d always known each other, if Claire didn’t think about it too hard. In some ways, it felt like Jody had always been there for her. “But that’s not an invitation to get more. Two is enough. Two is a good number. You can’t do that! That’s so wrong! I guess I’m okay with it, though…I was planning on having four, so losing one isn’t too bad.”
“My charms are innumerable. I bumped into a guy at the bank the other day, and I only glared at him for a couple seconds before apologizing. But it kinda does do that, Jody. The sooner you accept, the sooner you can live your fullest life.” She laughed. “Aww, he’d look so grown up in a pair of rubber gloves. He might need an apron, too. Since you know he won’t be taking that ugly coat off, and I’m not sure it would survive a trip through the washing machine. Something with cute kittens on it, maybe. Hey, if he’s going to pretend to sleep on our couch, I’m sure he won’t object to doing a little housework. Might give him something to occupy the long night hours. Oh yeah. I think the crews are coming next week. They wanted to start in time for Halloween, you know? Get some of that holiday madness in.”
"That was definitely the idea and also why I always blame the quote-unquote faulty smoke detector whenever I forget about dinner. Right? We have to keep our priorities in check here. We are hungry women on a mission. I would love to not remember that Clairebear but everything you do is just too darn memorable." Jody laughed too remembering the brief moment of heartbreak before she laid those sheets to rest and hid in the kitchen with Claire so they could snoop in on the plumber. She'd loved it, you know. A house that was just...alive again. Noisy. Maybe even a little chaotic. "Sludge-y coloured and smelling like sewage, I'm gonna get that sewn onto a pillow. Your bedside manner is rivalled by no other. Hey, you're good at a lot of things. Yes it is but that doesn't mean you should go having them until you're at least...way older. Way. Uh huh. Hey, you wanna take it up with the ref then be my guest but you know what you did. Oh, oh I see I've been duped then, huh?"
"A couple of seconds? Wow, that really is progress. I mean, I wouldn't have Alex take you to work but we're definitely getting there. Oh, okay. You know you're not actually old enough to escape a grounding, I'll ground you right now. Straight to the naughty step, only bread and water." Jody grinned as she listened to Claire talk about Castiel. It wasn't too hard to see that she cared about him and for Claire, that was kinda a big deal. It was nice. All Jody ever wanted for her was to be happy, to let people into her life who made her happy- who cared about her. Having something resembling not normal but...safe, domestic- familial- was important. "I could definitely dig out an apron for him. I think the only one we have has 'kiss the cook' written on it so I might have to hit the store for full kitten novelty. That does make perfect sense, let's put our angel to work. Absolutely, there's nothing better for TV than a spooktacular spookfest. To be fair though, I think every day is Halloween around here now."
mrdickroman:
Dick let out a boastful chuckle, shrugging his shoulders. “I guess it comes naturally sometimes. Ah, if you would have knocked me down, I would have dealt with it. It’s not every day a pretty lady walks into your life,” he smirked. “If I recall correctly, sometime back in the 12th century. It’s easier to write than Richard,” he let out. “However, your explanation is good, too. Even if I don’t have that many people who are that close to me,” he replied. “Well, Jody… it’s a pleasure to meet you.”
"Uh huh. Oh, well... Or trips over her own feet into your life," she joked, fighting off the urge to look at said feet and maybe giggle (what was she, 12?) before letting out a laugh. He...was joking, right? Or was just a history buff. When had she started to second guess fly away comments like that? Then again, in this town and this life, it would be just her luck to end up flirting with some old, gross vampire. Not that she was flirting. "So the 12th century is really when text talk made its big debut, huh? No one had time for all those letters. First it was Dick, then it was ROLF. No wait, ROFL? Anyway. I'm sure that's not true. I mean, you don’t need a lot of people, just a couple really good ones," she smiled, absent mindedly tucking her hair behind her ears. "Me too. I mean, likewise."
hcavcnlychild:
“It kind of would have been.” Amelia admitted, almost sounding shy. There were people that got pulled out of the century they died in, so it would not have been F A I R of the angel to judge - not even if the woman meant an actual bear claw. The blonde laughed quietly, taking a quick glance around. “It is kind of scary around here, so it would fit, but I believe you. I would like that, actually. Should we try to find one?” Who cared if she did not N E E D food? Food was the only thing that kept her happy on earth right now!
Jody's smile soften as she laughed, ignoring the niggling feeling that maybe she wasn't quite from around here. Bear claws might not have been the single most popular pastry on the planet but... She just seemed so in A W E of the idea of it. Then again, they really were awesome."I'll do my best not to pull any more scary ones on you, promise. The uh," she gestured around them, "Surroundings I can't do much about though. I mean, maybe I could shut it down on some kinda violation but I don't wanna become the town pariah. It'd make sheriffing it a hell of a lot harder. But yes! We absolutely should. I'm Jody by the way, part-time pastry expert if you hadn't noticed."
celestixlgrace:
“Nonchalance does not come easy in this line of work. Sam and Dean have had years of practice, and even they tend to struggle.” Even Castiel sometimes had a hard time masking his emotions, though he wanted to guess that he only had it as easy as he did because he didn’t feel things as strongly as humans. Or at least, he didn’t think he did. The emotions were definitely still there, but he couldn’t truly say how much he felt or didn’t feel. “Yes,” he said, the smile working it’s way back. “I’m sure your pasta is good, but I can taste every molecule and no matter how good it is, it would be unpleasant for me.”
"You would get pretty blingo'ed if you drank every time one of them said 'I don't know', you're right. I guess I shouldn't feel that bad then but still, gotta roll with the punches. At least in the middle of all of this monster crap, there's cotton ca--- Um, there's...good company?" Was it rude to bring up food in front of an angel, then? She couldn't imagine not being able to actually enjoy all the crappy foods she wasn't suppose to. She smiled when he smiled again though before letting out a laugh. "Wow, either that's one long-winded excuse to get out of dinner or... I'm kidding. Every molecule, it's noted." She paused then, looking around them before grinning suddenlt. "You know Claire loves carnival food. Probably too much. I think she was pretty serious about going after that deep-fried coke so ya’know, you might have to use your angel juju on her after today. See, she's an adult so she's definitely not going to listen to my very reliable advice on what is and is not edible so. Just so you know."
goodboy-danny:
Well, I mean technically I do have someone loo- I- Um… Hey! [ suddenly smiling a little too brightly like oh my gosh I did not realise that you weren’t ridiculously tall ] Uh… You- You’re the sheriff, right? With- With the police and stuff? What about your hand? What would happen if I shook your hand?
I’m--- Woo, hey there. Yes? I mean, yes that’s me. With the police and the stuff. My hand...? Oh! [ she laughs at the wording of it all and just how brightly he's smiling before composing herself, as the sheriff ] Well, things haven't exactly been slow lately so I'm sure my hand and I might be able to find a spot for you somewhere. How are you at making coffee? ---Kidding. Sort of. I mean, that is a universal skill right there. Sorry, what was your name again? I'm Jody. Totally interchangeable with 'the sheriff'.