Love is Shown More in Deeds Than in Words

[techniquedeficient]

This Letter I'm Writing || Mysterioustechnique

[mysteriousindigo]

Techniquedeficient,

Noted - I may change up my order when I next stop in.

Well, I suppose we compliment each other in that way, though I do think knowing a good quality Sauvignon doesn’t come up quite as often as knowing good coffee. Maybe you can teach me a thing or two for when I next stop at Hatter’s — or maybe I’ll go to [name redacted] instead.

Is there anything you think you’d like to know more about? Something that interests you, but that you’ve never had a chance to look into?

~ mysteriousindigo

@techniquedeficient

[techniquedeficient]

Mysteriousindigo,

If you do, let me know what you think. I'm always willing tochance things up and take some feedback.

I'd say the best way to learn anything new about coffee is to go with a friend. It's a lot easier to taste the differences when you're comparing directly, but most people don't want to vibrate out of their skin with too much caffeine while they're testing it out.

I say most. I definitely drink too much coffee compared to the average person.

You know, this is the kind of question I should have a good answer for. I know there's so much out there I don't know and I should learn more of it, but I tend to get pretty burned out just keeping up with the day to day. I remember being a lot more curious than I am now.

Is there something you think more people should know? Maybe I'll start there.

TD

@mysteriousindigo

[mysteriousindigo]

Techniquedeficient,

I take it you’re anti-decaf? Personally I’ve never really understood the point of it, since I think caffeine is an integral part of coffee, but maybe a decaf coffee float would be a nice way to try different kinds without vibrating out of your skin.

I can understand that, though. When you have a lot going on it doesn’t leave much time for being curious. Keeping your head above water takes up more energy than people realise.

I suppose one thing I’d want more people to know is dancing. I know everyone can dance to some degree, but I think more people should learn a proper style. It’s good for all kinds of things — hand-eye coordination, fitness, discipline, rhythm. Plus it can be a nice party trick.

~ mysteriousindigo

[techniquedeficient]

Please Read the Letter || Sassytechnique

[techniquedeficient]

sassyradish,

I don't think your boss would blame you for taking some time off. I'd say maybe not taking a month altogether, but some time to yourself is normal. If he doesn't agree with that he's an ass.

Pierrot's is fine. It's hard for me to relax there for a number of reasons, but I can see why many people enjoy it. It's nothing personal to the club.

What do you do to relax?

TD

@sassyradish

[sassyradish]

techniquedeficient,

I don't think he would either really! I just love what I do and I'm so grateful I'm finally at the level that I'm at that it's also just...hard to ask for time off for that reason. Does that make sense?

I definitely preferred the atmosphere of Pixie's before over Pierrot's but it is nice to meet some people at least. It's definitely not the most relaxing atmosphere though, I agree with you there.

If I have more time I might treat myself to a spa day of sorts. Otherwise I might curl up with a book or sit on the couch and watch a rom com. Those always make me relax. You know how the ending will be, typically, so it's relaxing.

What about you?

Wishing you well, sassyradish

@techniquedeficient

[techniquedeficient]

Write Me a Letter || Globaltechnique

[techniquedeficient]

globalcasebook,

Interesting. We'll have to see if your results hold up to your hypothesis.

A reasonable piece of advice. Not one that everyone agrees with, particularly if they are looking for interesting, but it does generally apply.

You can ask people to compromise but you can't ask people to change. Don't expect that people will.

TD

@globalcasebook

[globalcasebook]

Dear @techniquedeficient,

If you are interested, I will make a note to forward you my results.

Your advice is sound, thank you for sharing. I don't expect people to do much of anything in regards to other people, unless it affects them directly, so I try to avoid asking them for anything if it can be helped.

What are your thoughts and opinions on the concept of loyalty? When do you feel like someone has earned it? When do you feel like it's been broken?

From,

globalcasebook

[storyacoustic]

Subject: Swynlake's Got Mail || StoryTechnique

[techniquedeficient]

storyacoustic,

That is a good show. I watched that one as it was coming out, but I haven't watched it since. Sometimes I can handle watching dramas, and sometimes I find myself in a loop of watching comedies just to get a break.

If you ever decide you want to try it out, there's a good climbing wall in the gym over in NTO. I've been there before and its a little more accessible than real rocks.

I haven't figured out a secret third version of skating. Mostly I've gone ice skating here on Atlantis.

TD

@storyacoustic

[storyacoustic]

Dear TD,

I understand. I play a lot of violent video games, but sometimes I need to chill so I switch to Stardew Valley. For some reason, telly doesn't get under my skin in quite the same way.

Is there? Interesting. Maybe I'll pick up a new habit after all.

And you're brave for that. I'd probably break my coccyx if I tried that.

storyacoustic

@techniquedeficient

[techniquedeficient]

This Letter I'm Writing || Mysterioustechnique

[mysteriousindigo]

Techniquedeficient,

Noted - I may change up my order when I next stop in.

Well, I suppose we compliment each other in that way, though I do think knowing a good quality Sauvignon doesn’t come up quite as often as knowing good coffee. Maybe you can teach me a thing or two for when I next stop at Hatter’s — or maybe I’ll go to [name redacted] instead.

Is there anything you think you’d like to know more about? Something that interests you, but that you’ve never had a chance to look into?

~ mysteriousindigo

@techniquedeficient

[techniquedeficient]

Mysteriousindigo,

If you do, let me know what you think. I'm always willing tochance things up and take some feedback.

I'd say the best way to learn anything new about coffee is to go with a friend. It's a lot easier to taste the differences when you're comparing directly, but most people don't want to vibrate out of their skin with too much caffeine while they're testing it out.

I say most. I definitely drink too much coffee compared to the average person.

You know, this is the kind of question I should have a good answer for. I know there's so much out there I don't know and I should learn more of it, but I tend to get pretty burned out just keeping up with the day to day. I remember being a lot more curious than I am now.

Is there something you think more people should know? Maybe I'll start there.

TD

@mysteriousindigo

[murderespresso]

Murderespresso x Techniquedeficient

[murderespresso]

TD,

Loser buys dinner? That's a little boring.

Loser buys dinner and then performs the Enya song of the winner's choice at a bar with open karaoke? Winner gets to pick the restaurant too.

Cheers,

murderespresso

@techniquedeficient

[techniquedeficient]

murderespresso,

All right, you're on. I'll have to brush up on my Enya to pick out an appropriate song for you to be singing.

My only rule is that it needs to be somewhere in NTO. I know some of the bars around here will have karaoke nights, but I'd prefer to check out somewhere new.

Plus there's more restaurant variety in NTO.

TD

@murderespresso

[techniquedeficient]

Letter From an Occupant || Gossamertechnique

[gossamerbumblebee]

techniquedeficient,

yeah i guess it is <3

i love making crafts for others just as much as myself, if not more. i've made friends pillows and bracelets and little charm earrings and just all sorts of things.

what sort of craft would you want me to make you?

Do you have any hobbies?

💕gossamerbumblebee

@techniquedeficient

[techniquedeficient]

gossamerbumblebee,

Hard to say. I have a few pieces of jewelry that I wear, but they have strong sentimental value so I'm not the type to trade them in and out. Pillows seem interesting.

I don't have that many hobbies. I go running and I go to the gym regularly. I've also been playing on the football team. I like to keep active when i can. It's helpful for my job.

TD

@gossamerbumblebee

[storyacoustic]

Subject: Swynlake's Got Mail || StoryTechnique

[storyacoustic]

Dear TD,

I like a lot of different things. Mostly dramas, if I am honest. I just did a Breaking Bad rewatch a few months ago, for example. Excellent show.

And yes! Doing chores side by side can be just as nice as doing the same chore together. I don't mind either way. Yours does sound slightly more efficient probably.

Physical stuff could be fun. I'll admit that I've never really been rock climbing, but I don't mind a good jog every now and then. By skate do you mean ice skate? Rollerskate? A secret third thing I am not familiar with? I hope you wear a helmet if it is the latter!

storyacoustic

@techniquedeficient

[techniquedeficient]

storyacoustic,

That is a good show. I watched that one as it was coming out, but I haven't watched it since. Sometimes I can handle watching dramas, and sometimes I find myself in a loop of watching comedies just to get a break.

If you ever decide you want to try it out, there's a good climbing wall in the gym over in NTO. I've been there before and its a little more accessible than real rocks.

I haven't figured out a secret third version of skating. Mostly I've gone ice skating here on Atlantis.

TD

@storyacoustic

[murderespresso]

Murderespresso x Techniquedeficient

[murderespresso]

TD,

Excellent. I may or may not be taking notes. Do not tell the cops.

(If the Swynlake PD are screening these for surveillance purposes, THIS IS A JOKE).

I do. I wouldn't call it a hobby of mine, but I've been known to rent a pair of skates during the winter. I hate when rinks and lakes get super crowded, but somehow Atlantis Lake always manages to be that level of busy that doesn't make you feel like you're making a mistake (because the ice is too thin or it's too cold), while not being too busy. The magic of Swynlake, I suppose.

If we can't go night swimming this time of year, maybe we can go ice skating instead. And race. It's only fun when there's a competition.

Cheers,

murderespresso

@techniquedeficient

[techniquedeficient]

murderespresso,

Hypothetically of course.

I'm not the best ice skater but I'm not bad. But I am competitive so it sounds like the race is on.

What's the prize for winning? It'll give me something to look forward to.

TD

@murderespresso

[techniquedeficient]

Please Read the Letter || Sassytechnique

[sassyradish]

Techniquedeficient,

I didn't say I thought it'd be a wrong answer. Just maybe not especially unique or exciting. But it is true to me. I miss them so it is what I feel I'd want the most.

My job is really busy. And I've worked super hard to be able to do what I do so I don't want to just take off traveling when I've finally had my boss build his trust in me.

I haven't really spent a lot of time in London except a little bit a month or two ago, but I could see why you'd miss that sense of community. I don't think I've ever... well I guess I've spent enough time at Pixie's or Pierrot's now. Pretty nice to let go of some stress there too isn't it?

Wishing you well, sassyradish

@techniquedeficient

[techniquedeficient]

sassyradish,

I don't think your boss would blame you for taking some time off. I'd say maybe not taking a month altogether, but some time to yourself is normal. If he doesn't agree with that he's an ass.

Pierrot's is fine. It's hard for me to relax there for a number of reasons, but I can see why many people enjoy it. It's nothing personal to the club.

What do you do to relax?

TD

@sassyradish

[techniquedeficient]

This Letter I'm Writing || Mysterioustechnique

[mysteriousindigo]

Techniquedeficient,

I think that's all very fair. If you're paying for something you want it to be worth the money. Though I can't say I've had a smoothie from there, so I'll have to give it a try - any recommendations?

I think wine is my picky thing, which I'd say is far worse than being a coffee snob. But I was brought up in a household that wouldn't dare serve red wine with fish or white wine with red meat, so I think it's sort of in my nature.

Though it also doesn't really come up very often, and I can tuck my opinions away in my back pocket if needed. It's always good to keep an open mind, no matter the subject, isn't it?

~ mysteriousindigo

[techniquedeficient]

mysteriousindigo,

The Start Up is a good basic one with berries, apples, and bananas. But I'll get the Energy boost a lot as well. Most of them are good though.

Ah, see, there you have me beat. I know that I like some red wines and some white wines more than others, but it all tastes similar enough that I've never bothered to pay more than 30 pounds for a bottle - and even that's when I'm trying to impress someone. I'll leave the wine to you in that case.

TD

@mysteriousindigo

[storyacoustic]

Subject: Swynlake's Got Mail || StoryTechnique

[storyacoustic]

Dear TD,

Oh, really? Well, that makes two of us. Though, my last relationship was within my field which made it a little easier. We kept missing each other because of our shifts though, lol.

With a partner? I like having a show we can watch together. And I like doing anything with them really. The nicest things are those domestic moments like grocery shopping or folding laundry. I don't know, I just think it makes life nicer to not have to do chores by yourself. Of course, I like a proper date too. :)

What about you?

storyacoustic

@techniquedeficient

[techniquedeficient]

storyacoustic,

It can help a lot to date someone who understands. It saves on a lot of explaining and apologizing. Not all of it, but some.

What kinds of shows do you like?

Doing chores with someone else can be nice. It makes it go by that much faster so you can move on to other tasks you need to get done. Usually my partners and I would split up the chores rather than do them together, but working different chores at the same time can get there.

I like to do something physical with my partner if we can - running or skating or rock climbing or something. Something where we don't always need to talk but we're still with each other.

TD

@storyacoustic

[techniquedeficient]

This Letter I'm Writing || Mysterioustechnique

[mysteriousindigo]

Techniquedeficient,

I'll have to bow to your judgement on that one. I don't actually get that much tea whilst I'm out. I do drink it, just not very much. And actually, I think I'm starting to prefer the boba tea from Lucky Cat to a cup of English breakfast.

I also think this is where I have to admit that I'm not really a coffee connoisseur. I can largely taste when it's burnt, and I can tell when the milk hasn't been steamed quite right, but otherwise? I'm not sure I'd be able to tell instant from real beans.

I hope this doesn't totally put you off me.

~ mysteriousindigo

[techniquedeficient]

Mysteriousindigo,

The boba tea is good and it makes for a nice change sometimes. But I'm more likely to get a smoothie from the Lucky Cat since we don't have too many places in town that do that. It makes for a good end to a long gym work out.

I think its because I spend most of the day drinking really shit coffee at work or the stuff I brew at home. If I'm going to pay money for it, it'd better be good. Plus the line at [name redacted] is usually shorter which helps.

Don't worry, I don't expect everyone else to be a coffee snob. Anything you're picky about like that?

TD

@mysteriousindigo

[techniquedeficient]

Write Me a Letter || Globaltechnique

[globalcasebook]

Dear @techniquedeficient

There are several that could be applied to this experiment, but I think I'd narrow it down to: If given the opportunity to interact anonymously with other people through a closed messaging system, then they are more likely to find a romantic partnership because the anonymity and privacy the messaging system provides allows for conversation that might not otherwise be held in person.

I don't know that I have a singular one piece of advice. I don't think there is anything that could be applied to any and all situations and be useful. Except perhaps maybe, Safety first.

And yours? What is your piece of wisdom to share?

From,

globalcasebook

[techniquedeficient]

globalcasebook,

Interesting. We'll have to see if your results hold up to your hypothesis.

A reasonable piece of advice. Not one that everyone agrees with, particularly if they are looking for interesting, but it does generally apply.

You can ask people to compromise but you can't ask people to change. Don't expect that people will.

TD

@globalcasebook

[techniquedeficient]

This Letter I'm Writing || Mysterioustechnique

[mysteriousindigo]

Techniquedeficient,

I think the longer you spend in this town the more you grow to appreciate how much it has to offer. I feel like it has a bit of a reputation, especially from all the horror stories the tourists tell, but there's a lot of charm too, isn't there?

I do wonder if that's not a controversial opinion, though. [name redacted] over Hatter's? I think that could definitely start a lengthy debate in this town. Though I do agree, I think a coffee and a walk through Enchantra would be a nice introduction to town.

~ mysteriousindigo

@techniquedeficient

[techniquedeficient]

Mysteriousindigo,

Of course. Every place has its upsides and its downsides, things are rarely purely good or purely awful. The disasters make for good headlines and good gossip so that's what spreads to others. But those of us who live here know what matters are the people and the choices we make in how to spend that time. I've lived other places, but I'm glad to be back here.

Hatter's makes better tea. [name redacted] makes better coffee. Other people can debate, but I know I'm right and I will die on this hill.

TD

@mysteriousindigo

[techniquedeficient]

Please Read the Letter || Sassytechnique

[sassyradish]

Techniquedeficient,

Oh I see. Well I'd like to see if that's true. I can be decently competitive when I have to be.

I understand. Maybe someday, but I do like admiring cute animals from afar just like you.

Any one thing? Hmm... I would go visit my brothers. They're pretty far away so I haven't been able to see them in a while. It would be nice to just be able to teleport to them or something and make sure they're okay. I know that's probably not an especially exciting answer.

If I wasn't missing my siblings, I might say maybe just adventure to Paris and see the sights there or anywhere else in Europe that I haven't remotely tried seeing since moving over here.

How about you?

Wishing you well, sassyradish

@techniquedeficient

[techniquedeficient]

sassyradish,

Why would missing your siblings be the wrong answer? I asked a question and you were honest, that's all that matters.

Is there a reason you haven't done any traveling if that's an interest?

There's a few nightclubs in London that I miss going to. It's not worthy it to drive up there just for a night out, but it was good to go out and feel that sense of community and let go of stress for awhile.

TD

@sassyradish

[storyacoustic]

Subject: Swynlake's Got Mail || StoryTechnique

[storyacoustic]

Dear TD,

Well...to be fair, it is probably more me than my schedule, but my schedule doesn't actually allow for much shifting around. It would be a whole Thing if I tried to change it.

I don't really mind. I suppose if it bothered my partner, I would try to work on it more. It is just me right now, though, obviously. (Obviously, since I am doing this event...)

storyacoustic

@techniquedeficient

[techniquedeficient]

Storyacoustic,

It can be difficult when you're in that position. I've had relationships end because of my schedule before so I understand.

What's something you like to do with a partner?

TD

@storyacoustic