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Discover the Magic: Planning Your American Dream Vacation Experience
Ah, the age-old allure of the perfect family getaway. Picture it: your loved ones surrounding you, a backdrop of unforgettable landscapes, an itinerary filled with once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Everyone's joyously creating memories that will last a lifetime. But how do you actually make this dream a reality? Welcome to the story of the American Dream Vacation.
The Essence of the American Dream Vacation
The "American Dream Vacation" isn't just a phrase; it's a feeling. It's that flutter in your heart when you first plot out the journey, the excitement in your kids’ voices as they discuss the adventures awaiting them, and the satisfaction of seeing your planning come to fruition.
Each state, with its unique landscapes and cultures, contributes to this grand tapestry of experiences. From the snow-tipped peaks of Alaska to the sunny boardwalks of California, the American Dream Vacation is the tapestry of memories waiting to be woven.
It encapsulates the spirit of discovery, the charm of new encounters, and the simple joy of spending time with loved ones. It’s a rite of passage, an annual tradition for some, and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for others. But it's always, always unforgettable.
The Magic of Theme Parks
Ah, theme parks. They're not just places; they're entire worlds unto themselves. Stepping into a theme park is like being teleported to different realms, where imagination reigns supreme. Think of the first time you locked eyes with Cinderella's Castle or felt the adrenaline rush from a roller coaster's first steep drop.
The true beauty of theme parks, especially icons like Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando, lies in their universal appeal. Kids are wide-eyed with wonder at character parades, while adults rediscover their child-like zeal, reliving memories and making brand new ones.
There's a contagious energy in the air: you can hear it in the joyful screams from the roller coasters, the infectious tunes from live shows, and the laughter that echoes from every corner. Food stalls wafting aromas of sweet and savory treats tempt you at every corner. Souvenir shops showcase mementos, ensuring the magic lingers long after the trip.
Every visit promises something new, yet that comforting, nostalgic feeling remains. Indeed, an American dream vacation without a theme park visit? It’s nearly unthinkable.
Beach Destinations: Serenity Meets Scenery
America's coastline is nothing short of a treasure trove. With each beach offering a distinct experience, the choices are vast and varied.
The East Coast promises the rhythmic lullabies of the Atlantic, with places like Myrtle Beach providing family-friendly fun. The west, on the other hand, with spots like Malibu, delivers those iconic sunsets over the Pacific. And let's not forget the Gulf Coast, with its warm waters and soft sands, a true paradise for relaxation seekers.
But the beach experience isn’t just about lounging around. It’s about the sandcastle competitions, the thrill of beach volleyball matches, and the joy of picnics under beach umbrellas. It's about children discovering the wonders of the ocean, collecting seashells, and parents stealing a quiet moment, lost in the beauty of the horizon. Also, it’s where countless novels get read, families play catch, and footprints tell tales of vacations well spent.
An American dream vacation by the beach is an orchestra of sights, sounds, and sensations. The glistening waters beckon, waves whisper tales of the deep, and every grain of sand holds the promise of yet another cherished memory with us at https://www.dreamswishestravel.com/.
All-Inclusive Resorts: Luxuriate Without Limits
Imagine a place where every need, every desire, every whim is catered to, even before you voice it. That's the magic of all-inclusive resorts. A haven where you trade your to-do lists for tropical drinks and your alarms for the sound of serene waves. The beauty is in the simplicity: you arrive, you indulge, you enjoy. No need to fret about where to dine or what activities to plan. Everything is at your fingertips.
Families particularly find solace in these resorts, with dedicated kids' clubs, entertaining shows, and a myriad of activities that ensure not a single dull moment. Parents can indulge in spa sessions or romantic dinners, knowing their little ones are not only safe but having the time of their lives.
And for those moments of togetherness? Choose from beach sports, movie nights under the stars, or simply lounging by the pool. An all-inclusive resort doesn't just promise a vacation; it promises an experience where the American dream vacation finds its ultimate expression in luxury.
Adventures Beyond the Mainland
The American Dream Vacation, while rooted in the vast expanse of the U.S., often finds wings to transcend borders.
Beyond the mainland lie destinations that beckon with their exotic allure, untold stories, and unmatched experiences. Whether it's tracing the ancient ruins in Europe, basking in the tropical glow of the Caribbean islands, or navigating the bustling markets of Asia, the world is a canvas awaiting your strokes.
Cruises, in particular, offer a unique blend of relaxation and exploration. Imagine the thrill of waking up to a new horizon every day. The anticipation of docking at a foreign port, ready to dive into a new culture, only to retreat to the comfort of your floating hotel by nightfall. And river cruises? They're the gateway to the heartlands, revealing the soul of a country as you glide along its lifelines.
But if cruising isn't quite your pace, guided tours promise in-depth dives into a country’s essence. Be it the romantic boulevards of Paris, the ancient temples of Cambodia, or the scenic fjords of Norway, you get more than just a tour; you get a narrative, a story waiting to be told. An American dream vacation sometimes is about expanding horizons, understanding the world, and finding your place in its vast mosaic.
Dreams and Wishes Travel: Crafting Unforgettable Journeys
In the vast world of travel planning, there's a beacon that stands out, guiding families to their perfect American dream vacation. That beacon? None other than Dreams and Wishes Travel. Our commitment isn't just to craft vacations, but to build memories. We dive deep into the heart of your desires, ensuring every facet of your trip resonates with your vision.
Our expertise, ranging from the enchanting realms of Disney destinations to the tranquil havens of all-inclusive resorts, empowers us to turn fantasies into realities. And the journey with us isn’t just about reaching a destination; it’s about the entire voyage. From those initial brainstorming chats to the exhilarating moment you set foot on your vacation spot, we're with you, every step of the way.
The world of travel is vast and varied, but with Dreams and Wishes Travel, you're not navigating it alone. Think of us as your compass, pointing you towards experiences that delight, surprise, and most importantly, unite.
After all, an American dream vacation is more than just sights and scenes; it's about the stories that last a lifetime. And with us? Well, those stories are just a chat away. So, let's get your dream vacation started.
Conclusion: The Journey Awaits
The American dream vacation isn’t just about the destination; it's about the journey, the memories, and the bonds strengthened along the way. At Dreams and Wishes Travel, we're not only passionate about travel but also about creating magical moments.
So, whether you're yearning for the thrill of a roller coaster, the serenity of a beach, or the luxury of an all-inclusive resort, remember: we're here to make every moment count. Let's embark on the adventure of a lifetime! Your American dream vacation awaits.
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♫ I do what I want/Crying in the bleachers and I said it was fun/I don't need anything from anyone ♫
(ID in Alt) you guys ever think about your own posts and get upset?? Anyway Damian Wayne I love you I'm so sorry your life is like that
#dc comics#dc#damian wayne#dc robin#batman and robin#alfred pennyworth#dick grayson#bruce wayne#lyrics are ofc from American Teenager by ethel cain#the lyrics are a bit too specific to specifically be a damian song and the verses talk about like. christian church and substance abuse#but thag chorus???? ohhhh baby#its also stephcore btw. to me at least#ANYWAY this took. forever and i did while feeling sick/off in the run up to my period so frankly it's a miracle it got finished at all#but yknow for now im fairly happy w this one. played around w the colours and challenged myself to really put my all into the linework#there's some details here n there that r wrong (failsafes design is. all kinds of wonky) but like. who give a shit#anyway my brain and hands are on vacation for the next few days <3#btw the blood on damians hands is a reference to the upcoming B&R cover (for 11 or 12 i think?) where damians-#-beating the living daylights out of bane. B&R has mostly been chill n slow so far but these issues...ohhh i am SEATED#uhh anyway yeah <3#OH WAIT#mine#< haha. art tag i always forget
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Stuck Haunting This Town
#mine#my photography#wisconsin#there were sososo many abandoned houses that we saw on vacation but this is as close as the bf was willing to get to them#aka he did NOT stop at any so i only have pictures driving by them but they were all so cool lookin!!#regional gothic#american gothic#americana#midwest aesthetic#midwest gothic#midwestern gothic#rural gothic#rural america#digital camcorder#digital photography#digicam#digital camera#camcorder#abandoned house#abandoned#small town gothic#gothic americana#midwest america
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#girlblogging#im just a girl#lana del ray aesthetic#lizzy grant#just a girlblog#coquette#just girly things#coquette aesthetic#girl interrupted#this is a girlblog#cute#just girly thoughts#this is what makes us girls#hell is a teenage girl#idk how to tag this#girl hysteria#every man gets his wish#sweet lolita#vacation bible school#the virgin suicides#lana del ray aka lizzy grant#american vintage#manic pixie dream girl#ldr#the voices#hehe :3#tumblr girls#female manipulator#light feminine#sparkle jump rope queen
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I have no idea wth is happening but i want in-
Randy: Uh... Is he okay...?
Jake: Yeah don't worry, he'll be fine... I think...
#sup bitches#sorry for the quality- I'm on vacation rn lmao but i wanted to join in on the fun and chaos#so i made this in a hurry with what i had XD#also damn it's been a while since i draw em#I'm a little rusty#secret trio#adjl#rc9gn#danny phantom#danny fenton#randy cunningham#jake long#american dragon jake long#randy cunningham 9th grade ninja#fanart#dannypocalypse#my life have been a mess so excuse me if i take a long while to draw stuff- not to mention trying to find the motivation at all lmao#also been getting sick again so ye#and if i ever went on hiatus for years then assume I'm dead idk i have been getting ominous feelings and signs let's hope I'm wrong! :'D
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The fact that most European companies treat their non-European employees like shit- despite the fact that Western Europeans enjoy the highest level of workers' rights in the world- just because they can get away with it in the United States or whatever is proof why regulations are needed.
European workers are only treated better than their American counterparts because there are laws protecting them, not because European corporations are so much more humanitarian than American companies. Never forget that under capitalism companies will exploit you for all you're worth and all they can legally get away with.
#post inspired by my partner working as a contractor at IKEA and being treated like absolute shit with no benefits or a permeant position#while her European counterparts got amazing benefits and were always talking about their many vacations#also my mom worked at a German-owned company where the employees were treated just as bad as your average American worker#COMPANIES WANT TO EXPLOIT YOU!!! WE NEED LAWS TO PROTECT US!!!#fuck capitalism#capitalism#leftism#workers rights#labor rights
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Jim Jarmusch
- Permanent Vacation
1980
Aki Kaurismäki
- Drifting Clouds
1996
#jim jarmusch#permanent vacation#aki kaurismaki#Drifting Clouds#Aki Kaurismäki#the savage innocents#nicholas ray#film within film#film poster#night on earth#l'argent#Kauas pilvet karkaavat#finnish film#american film
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Fluent Freshman - Part 30
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Ichirou Moriyama had long been someone Riko had spoken about and therefore someone Kevin knew of.
First reverently as he talked about how someday his brother would come for him and how he’d watch Riko’s games. Then Ichirou never showed up once and the anger set in and mentions of his brother would result in especially bad days.
Kevin’s only saving grace at the Nest near the end was that Ichirou had been as uninterested in him as he was in Riko.
Neil was the one who had handled any communications with the new Master of the Moriyama family and Kevin was grateful for that. His stomach still twists when he found out what it would cost him to have the closest thing he would ever really have to freedom since his mom’s car accident but Kevin could hardly fault Neil since Kevin has no idea if he would have been able to even open his mouth and speak to negotiate with Ichirou. He certainly wouldn’t have thought to bargain for Neil and Jean’s lives.
So he was going to make sure the Neil had the best possible chances to get on a great team not just because he had every faith that Neil could be on the national court but also Kevin wanted him on the national court. Neil was his partner and his friend.
This was his last year that he could help as directly as this so he and Neil were still putting in the hours in their evening practices. It was also the last year that Neil could rely on him to assist in getting everyone up to snuff.
Ichirou Moriyama was going to be stopping by at some point and Kevin had decided that the best way to handle this information was to focus on something life affirming.
“I’m just saying it isn’t an unknown flavor combination.” Kevin argues.
“Kevin there is something very different about vanilla protein powder in chicken stock and Chicken and Waffles.” Aaron says from his spot behind Kevin in Wymack’s car.
“There shouldn’t be! It’s all the same flavors, just liquid!” Kevin turns in his seat to point at Aaron, “You should put on your seatbelt, what if Wymack crashes?” He says for the third time since the car ride had begun.
“That’s my problem, not yours.” Aaron says and his eyes have been locked on the roof of the car since the car ride began which was rude but Kevin had learned to expect nothing less from a Minyard.
“It will be my problem when your corpse breaks my neck as you fly forward!” Kevin hisses.
“Coach, could you do me a favor-“
“I’m not going to crash the car.” Wymack interrupts eyes on the road and hands at 10 and 2.
“God forbid you do something nice for me.” Aaron gripes crossing his arms.
Kevin decides to change his target.
“Coach-“
“Kevin, you’re not putting any protein powder into Smith’s soup. That’s final. Do you want to mess up his Grandma’s hard work to follow the Doctor’s recipe exactly?” Wymack asks.
No.
No Kevin does not wish to mess up Grandma Smith’s hard work.
He just…
A Food pyramid flashes in his mind.
…thinks he knows more than the hospital dietician.
“It’s not that Smith’s Grandma made bad soup.” Kevin says because the woman was a talent in the kitchen even if she might use a bit too much butter. He’d let her know but Nicky refused to translate and she’d smiled so warmly at him and touched his face so gently… “I think she was led astray by bad science and Nicky wouldn’t translate for me.” He says, “If she understood English she would have understood and agreed with me.” He says because he did manage to get her finely chop a bunch of carrots to put into the pasta sauce so that Neil would get some veggies.
She was a reasonable woman who understood the importance of good nutrition.
“I don’t know about that.” Coach says and Kevin wonders what he means by that.
They’re close behind Andrew’s car and Kevin can see two parking spots next to one another near the front except Andrew pulls into the spots in a way that means it is almost impossible for anyone to get into the second spot unless they owned a tiny smart car.
Andrew often parks like that to make sure no one dings the Maserati.
“That little shit.” Wymack grumbles as he continues to drive.
“Aren’t you going to let us out at the entrance?” Kevin asks.
“Who am I, your driver?” Wymack grumbles and does not slow down to let them out at the hospital entrance. “You’ve been bitching about not getting enough exercise and eating too much fat this weekend, consider this just some of the exercise you’ve been wanting.” He says.
Kevin leans back in the chair.
He does NOT pout. He merely frowns with his lips puffed out and feels as if he has been treated unfairly.
He uses this time wisely.
He thinks about Neil and Andrew’s ‘secret’ conversation.
Kevin still doesn’t know Russian, has no plans to learn it because he does not want to know 80% of what Neil and Andrew say to one another, but Kevin has always been great at understanding tone and it’s not that hard to understand that they were talking about FF when he ‘Kapitan Neil’.
He thinks about what might stress Neil out about FF (never once does he consider that FF being in the hospital with a stab wound may be the thing that stresses Neil out, not when there’s an explanation that involves Exy).
FF might choose to leave.
That would not bode well for Neil.
Kevin has already signed but Neil needs the next few years still to make sure he can follow through on his deal with Ichirou.
FF is a great defensive dealer.
Kevin still doesn’t really understand how he can seemingly just appear on the Court to intercept passes but Kevin has been informed that all of his plans to figure it out are ‘medically unethical’ and ‘likely to get him thrown in prison’.
Nicky patting his face pityingly and saying, “Your face is too pretty for prison.” had been when he stopped looking at how he could buy electrodes.
His follow-up search to find out that no prison in the United States currently had an Exy court as a facility had him drop the outline of his research into his recycle bin and right click to delete permanently.
Since Kevin cannot find a way to replicate that particular talent of FF’s then they just need FF to stay.
He also quite likes the steady freshman. He’s probably not ever going to be National Court level like he and Neil are, but he would be a solid Dealer on a good team. Kevin wouldn’t even mind playing with him professionally.
They park the car far in the back of the lot and Wymack grumbles at a different nice car that is taking up two spots. Kevin climbs out of the car and they start their way towards the hospital.
Kevin considers jogging in circles around Aaron and Wymack as they walk just to burn off more of the lunch they’d just had but decides against it.
Maybe a different nutritionist will be on staff today and will be able to back Kevin up on his plan.
***
Captain Neil and Andrew are quickly followed by Nicky and his Grandma both of whom look nervous but some of that seemed to dissipate when they saw him.
“Are you okay?” Captain Neil asks.
FF goes to open his mouth but a nurse interrupts, “He decided to go on a walk in his current condition. I thought we were quite clear that you needed to stay in bed. Stressing yourself is why you collapsed in the Cafeteria like that.” His main nurse chastises.
“Sorry, it won’t happen again.” FF promises because it won’t. He’s planning on asking for a medically induced coma to escape the consequences of his actions so leaving the bed is the last thing he’s going to do. His dad’s trust for him can have money taken out for his medical needs and there has never been a greater medical need in his entire life than right now.
“What happened?” Andrew demands stepping next to Neil.
How does one explain getting a job offer from the Yakuza (Yakuza or Mafia)?
“I wanted to go for a walk.” He answers because he had and that’s easier to explain.
“Why did you meet Ichirou Moriyama?” Andrew asks again in German.
Well dammit.
FF finds himself at a crossroads.
Does he tell the truth? That he’s an idiot and didn’t realize the man was reaching out to Captain Neil? That he went and had an entire conversation with the man who owns Captain Neil, Kevin, and Jean Moreau? That afterward he tried to stand up and fainted which is how he got taken back to his room?
He thinks he has enough lies going on between his own and his grandma’s and he needs to relay something from Ichirou Moriyama.
“Lord Moriyama wanted me to tell you that he no longer needed to speak with you Captain Neil.” He relays just like he said he would and he sees Captain Neil tense.
“Smith.” Andrew says his name.
He also doesn’t want to talk about it any further.
“I’m fine, but I don’t want to talk about it.” FF closes his eyes as he answers back in German. He feels exhausted now and wishes that he had just requested a coma earlier so that he wouldn’t be in this situation. “Captain Neil, you left your phone here and it’s been pinging. Sorry I read one of the texts.” He gestures vaguely to his side table.
None of his guests speak for the next few minutes as the nurses finish reminding him to stay still, that he’s lucky his stitches didn’t break, that he’s on thin ice. He’s tired and he’s hungry so he’s curt with them in a way he’ll regret later but right now it’s just a lot when he can still feel Captain Neil and Andrew’s eyes burning into him.
Then Nicky proves to continue to be the nicest friend he has when the nurses leave and he feels Nicky’s hand take his and squeeze. “Hey, how are you really feeling?” he asks.
FF takes a deep breath, “I have...no idea.” he says. “I’m sorry.” he adds.
Nicky squeezes his hand again, “Hey, Aras made you some soup and we kept it away from Kevin. You’re probably a lil’ cranky because you’re tired, hungry, and in pain. You don’t need to talk about it right now okay?” Nicky says.
He’s really lucky to have Nicky as his friend.
He squeezes Nicky’s hand back and valiantly does not cry. He squeezes his eyes tighter to keep them from slipping out, it’d be embarrassing to cry here like this.
“Thank you.” He says voice quiet but doesn’t open his eyes, knowing what will come out if he does.
His Grandma comes to his side again and strokes his face. Her fingers wipe away the few tears that did slip out despite his best efforts but he thinks she did it so casually that maybe no one noticed.
It hasn’t been a good day, but Grandma’s soup has always been something that makes him feel better. He just wishes he could be alone for a minute with just her to witness the next few minutes.
Nicky, bless him, must sense that because he squeezes his hand tightly before letting go, “C’mon, let’s give Smithy and Aras a moment okay?” He says.
FF doesn’t open his eyes until his Grandma whispers, “My little Rotisserie Chicken, they’ve stepped out.” She says.
“He offered me a job in the Yakuza.” He blubbers immediately. “I don’t even know if they have dental.” He spills one of his lesser concerns.
“Oh honey, let’s eat some soup.” She soothes stroking his face.
***
Neil feels bad.
FF was pale, shaking, sweaty, and despite his grandma’s best efforts Neil had seen a tear slip from his tightly closed eyes.
He looks to his side and sees Andrew’s own hands tightened into fists.
“C’mon, let’s give Smithy and Aras a moment okay?” Nicky says and drags them out of the room through the sheer force of his ire. It’s moment like this that Neil really does understand why it is that FF prefers to spend his free time with Nicky over any other of their group.
They get out of the room and down the hall before Nicky starts in. “You two are the KINGS of not talking about shit so, for now, LEAVE it.” He hisses in German in a bid to keep the conversation private from anyone walking past.
“We need to know what deal he and Ichirou came to.” Andrew says in the same language.
“You’re going to find that out from Ichirou probably once he crazy murders Romero and Jackson in the next couple days!” Nicky cries dramatically, “Smithy probably doesn’t even know the full details because he’s in a lot of pain because he’s been STABBED.” Nicky points a finger at Andrew but wisely does not poke him with it. “Do you think he ACTUALLY went on a walk? Ichirou’s men probably took him since they couldn’t find YOU Neil.” Nicky points at Neil and, again, wisely does not poke him with it.
Neil’s stomach twists.
Maybe Neil should invest in a phone clip like Wymack thought the implication that the Moriyamas came to where his phone was leaves him wanting to skip it like a stone straight into the ocean. Too bad going to a beach still makes his palms sweaty.
“So what WE are going to do,” Nicky does a quick circle to point at the three of them, “is we are going to be good friends and help Smithy because he’s stressed, in pain, and needs friends not INTERROGATORS.” Nicky waves his arms in exasperation.
“Who are Neil and Andrew interrogating?” Aaron asks and Neil looks to the side to see Aaron with Kevin being pulled along by the scruff by Wymack.
“Smithy.” Nicky says.
“Why?” Kevin asks.
“Because Ichirou came and talked to him.” Andrew explains.
Kevin goes pale. “Why? I thought he was going to talk with Neil?” Kevin asks looking at Neil.
“He probably came here following Neil’s phone, which he left. So he grabbed Smithy to talk to him.” Nicky says, “Ichirou seemed impressed and pleased with whatever they talked about but Smithy is a little fragile after all of this so,” Nicky stepped into Kevin’s space, “Leave.” He pokes Kevin’s chest once, “Him.” He pokes Kevin’s chest twice, “Alone.” He pokes Kevin’s chest a third time.
“How would he even have an understanding of who he’s talking to?” Kevin asks looking sick. “No one has mentioned anything about the whole thing with the Moriyamas right?” He looks at the rest of them and Neil knows none of them would mention it.
Nicky rolls his eyes with his entire body.
“Kevin, do you know how many languages Smithy is fluent in?” Nicky asks.
“Uh…quite a few?” Kevin responds looking thrown.
“Yeah, one of those languages is French. Which you KNOW because he’s corrected your pronunciation before.” Nicky reminds Kevin and the Son of Exy blushes slightly.
“What does that have to do with this?!” Kevin squawks.
“Kevin, how many conversations have you had RIGHT in front of Smithy in French as you talked with Jean?” Nicky asks.
“None!” Kevin hisses.
“Can you say that for sure? You know how it can be with Smithy. Aaron over here has basically almost fucked his girlfriend in front of Smithy before because he didn’t realize he was there.” He juts his thumb towards Aaron.
“Hey.” Aaron scowls not happy to be reminded of that. “He needs a damn bell.” Aaron grumbles.
“I’ve talked about it in front of him and you never told us?!” Kevin exclaims.
“It’s Smithy! He’s not going to tell anyone!” Nicky argues.
Which is very true.
FF is just not that kind of guy.
“So we are ALL going to be good, supportive friends to Smithy and hopefully he gets out of here today despite the whole shit show with Ichirou and we get him back to Abby’s where he can rest up in her guest room with his grandma.” He points at each of them with a frown.
“But-“
“Kevin, leave it for now.” Wymack finally steps in to the conversation. “How’s he looking?” He looks to Neil.
Pale, tired, pained, and trying not to cry either from pain, stress, or fear Neil does not know.
“Bad.” Neil answers.
Wymack sighs, “Stay out here. I’m going to go check.” He says.
They watch as Wymack enters into FF’s room.
Kevin is still spiraling from the realization of all the different conversations he could have possibly had in front of FF thinking French would act as a barrier.
A thought crosses Neil’s mind, “Wait, Smith doesn’t know Russian right?” He looks to Andrew because he and Andrew have said quite a few things to one another when FF was there.
“No, he said he isn’t learning it here.” Andrew shakes his head. “Even if he does learn it Smith would just leave if he was uncomfortable.” Andrew shrugs.
They have all seen a ‘Smith 180°™‘ before when he’s walked in and has seen Aaron and Katelyn or entered a room where Nicky was talking to Erik or Matt was talking to Dan. Neil has even noticed one or two when him and Andrew may have been in a less than private place.
It was nice to have someone who would just see them like that and leave it alone instead of betting on it, trying to take a picture, or gagging like it’s disgusting.
Wymack walks back out after a minute in FF’s hospital room, “Let’s give Smith and his Grandma a couple more minutes.” He says and Neil’s heart sinks.
***
Wymack wasn’t quite sure what he walked into.
Smith’s Grandma was wiping his face and feeding him soup which is about what he expected. What he hadn’t expected was what FF was saying to his Grandma.
“….didn’t even wash his hands Gran. What if none of them wash their hands? I can’t work in that kind of environment!” FF babbles as he takes another spoonful of soup from his Grandma.
Smith’s Grandma looks up and sees that it’s just him at the door before continuing in English, “Sweetie, you don’t need to accept the job offer from the Yakuza.” She soothes.
“What do I even do?! What’s the etiquette? Do I send a letter refusing the job offer? Do I email him thanking him for the interview? Was it an interview?” FF asks.
Wymack shuts the door and he’s sure FF hadn’t even noticed him.
Yeah the kid needs a couple more minutes
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#Fluent Freshman AU#FF - Pt. 30#Can't BELIEVE there's 30 parts of this#Happy 4th of July to all my fellow Americans#Happy Tuesday to everyone else#FF be going through it a bit in this chapter#He's a silly goofy guy but also he's having a delayed reaction to realizing who he just talked to#Yes Wymack was dragging Kevin because Kevin tried to go get into another argument with the Nutritionist#Also Yes GS had Neil eat veggies without his knowledge but EVERYONE else knew#Also yes the car that was parked the same assholey way that Andrew's was is Ichirou's car#Some other things that FF is worried about with the job offer#How does one ask for a raise within organized crime?#How organized is the crime?#Do they have payroll?#Or is it commissions based?#Is there some sort of ACCOUNTANT who manages all of that?#That's gotta be stressful#If he wants to pursue other avenues of employment how does he use this on his resume?#IS Ichirou Moriyama a good reference?#Do they get paid vacation?#What are his benefits?#Does he get to request 1 free hit a year?#If hired can he push a hygiene initiative?#Like YES you are trying to kill your target#But Sepsis is such an awful way to go#What do human resources look like in a crime family?#aftg#AFTG AU#AFTG OC#Andreil
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Forest (No. 82)
Mesa Verde National Park, CO
#Mesa Verde National Park#Montezuma County#USA#travel#original photography#vacation#tourist attraction#landmark#landscape#countryside#summer 2022#forest#woods#flora#nature#clouds#Colorado#Ancestral Puebloan#architecture#Native American history#US history#geology#archaeology#ruins#cliff
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Salinas Pueblo Missions NM | The Tompiro people settled Abo at the end of the 11th century. They were the mountain relatives of the Piro, who lived further south. Drought, famine, raids & European borne viruses, like measles & smallpox, decimated the Tompiro pueblos by the 1670s.
#New Mexico#Native American#roadtrip#travel#daytrip#vacation#instatravel#travelgram#NewMexico#NativeAmerican#history#culture#offthebeatentrack#leavenotrace#joltyourjourney#beautifuldestinations
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family
(a/n: SURPRISE FIC!!!!!!!! I wrote this prose poem thingy for a class writing exercise last semester and I'm very proud of it, and I wanted to put something out for bttf day so here it is now :) I hope yall enjoy it!!)
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I have a father. A father who I am unsure if I will ever truly know in any real way. His eyes have been fixed to the television every night for as long as I can remember. He blinks in tandem with the static. He is wired, he laughs along with the laugh track. He is wired to cringe and cower beneath and stutter and laugh and laugh and laugh. His laugh, what a shaky, unsure laugh. He laughs and nods and laughs, full of fear. "Yes, sir, of course, sir, I know, sir-- hah, ouch-- yes, sir, I know, sir. You can- can count on me, sir." I ask him why he does what he does. He tells me he can do nothing else.
I have a mother, although I wonder if I ever truly had a mother. I wonder if this was something that developed as I grew up. Maybe it is just that I cannot remember her for who she used to be, or maybe she has always been like this. So jaded, so distant. A haze lies over her eyes, they are glass. Every evening they become glass. Tonight she is two vodkas in.
I have a brother who does not take his life as seriously as he should. Ever since graduating he has sat in the same place, flipping and frying. He does not like effort. He tells me that he is content as he is. A lazy smile, the stench of grease lingering from the spot he stands in even long after he has left. It is everywhere in his room. It creeps out in the wash and corrupts the rest of our clothes and bedsheets. He is turning gray before my eyes. Any longer, and I fear he will become a stone.
I have a sister, and she is miserable. Wanting and yearning, yet stifled. Aware, though. She is aware of what our parents have and what they do not have, and what they do not have she wants for herself. Her heart calls out. It tires of living in such a perpetual state of stillness, it wants to beat. A companion. A dinner for two, caring not if it will work out, just to try. That is what she wants: to try.
I have a family, and they are not you.
I have a girlfriend and she is my world. She is the sun when the clouds get thick and the clouds when the sun gets hot. She is musical laughter and stolen kisses before algebra class. She is planned-out road trips and a walk hand in hand through the town square. She is off-key, loudly-sung ABBA under the stars after leaving the cinema. She is a ride through the neighborhood, a skateboard date to 7-Eleven at twilight. She has been in the front row of every gig I have ever done (exactly two). She sings along when I practice my guitar-- not loudly, not off-key-- but just right. From her heart. She is solace.
She is everything to me, but not in the same way you are.
I sit down at the dinner table. My brother eats, but my sister prefers talking over chewing. I do not blame her, I am not hungry either. My fork becomes a rake on my plate with its slow and languid movements. Our mother speaks of her brother who will be visiting tomorrow. My sister makes a snarky comment, a blunt knife shot from between her teeth. Our mother just laughs, and it is the closest thing to genuinity I have heard from her in a long time, although it is not quite there. She calls out to our father. He does not answer, he has wired himself up to the television the way he does every night. Our mother waits, but he does not answer. He laughs along with the laugh track.
I have a father, and he is not you.
Stomach turning, I retreat to my room for the evening. I play my guitar until I hear my sister snap through the wall for me to quiet down. I prop my guitar against the wall and dial on my landline, and it rings one, two times before you answer. You greet me with warmth in your voice, you ask me how my day was. I tell you. You ask me about algebra, and I make a strange noise. You help me with my homework, we are on the phone for hours as numbers clash and meld together in my mind's eye. It is late now, and you can hear the tiredness in my voice. The math book is long gone, but we are still talking, although there are more pauses in our voices. Tomorrow is my audition, I say. You know, you remember. Come by my garage in the morning before school, you tell me-- I made something for you that might help you out with practicing. You can play without having to worry about waking your family up.
I have a father, and he is not you. But he does not ask me about my day with genuine interest. He does not help me with my algebra homework. He does not tell me his dreams and aspirations, and he does not encourage mine with equal enthusiasm. He does not give me pep talks. He does not get Burger King and offer to watch cheesy older movies with me when I have had a bad day. He does not put his heart into everything he does and include me in all of it. He does not stay on the line with me until I fall asleep, smile on my face and phone resting limply in my hand.
I am not in his world and he is not in mine. But you and I, we are engrained, woven into each others'.
I have a father, and he is not you. But family is not always the thing written in one's blood.
#hhhhhHHHHHHGGHHHHHHH#finally putting this out there after a hot minute of revising and editing lol#IT'S BACK TO THE FUTURE DAYYYY!!!!!!!!!#i got my silly little outfit... got my tshirt... got my orange vest... got my epic delorean/fire/license plate socks#those socks started it all man. my family and i were on vacation and i saw the shakespeare bttf book at a shop and was like “cool”#then that night at the hotel we stayed at they had i think american pickers? on tv and it was a nerd episode AND THERE WERE THREE DELOREANS#so it was slooooowly taking hold. and then the next day at another shop i saw those socks and that was it for me man#ANYWAYS#HAPPY BACK TO THE FUTURE DAY!!!!!!!!#i hope yall enjoy this exploration of marty's dynamics with his family :)#marty mcfly#doc brown#doctor emmett brown#emmett brown#jennifer parker#george mcfly#lorraine mcfly#dave mcfly#linda mcfly#back to the future#back to the future the musical#bttf#back to the future day#bttf day#sam says things#my art#sam writes#:)#OH AND. tag this as ship and you're getting insta-blocked. no thank you 👍
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Poolside Mexican Vacation
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Jackie Onassis out and about in Capri. August 24, 1970.
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#girlblogging#im just a girl#lana del ray aesthetic#lizzy grant#real#just girly things#coquette#coquette aesthetic#cinnamon girl#girlblogpink#live laugh girlblog#hehe :3#girl interrupted#cute#this is a girlblog#ldr unreleased#yo soy la princesa#sweet lolita#hell is a teenage girl#american vintage#dark femininity#every man gets his wish#girl hysteria#bed rotting#girlrotting#girl rage#idk how to tag this#vacation bible school#this is so cunty#just girly thoughts
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a bit late, but anyway, this is the piece I made for @hwsnabroszine :)
alfred tries to go down on a barrel not too much after
#once again sorry for inactivity i've been struck by art block#hetalia#hws america#hws canada#hetalia canada#hetalia america#alfred f jones#matthew williams#north american bros#hetalia world stars#my art#hetalia fanart#Hetalia fan art#just a couple of bros enjoying their vacation#what could go wrong?#answer: anything
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I’m going on vacation! I haven’t left the country since Dave was a year old (and the catsitters decided to go skiing instead of feeding him properly the last two days) so suffice to say I’m a little nervous leaving them behind. Luckily we have some great friends watching them now so hopefully all goes well!
#we are going to the us#I’m very excited it’s been so long since I’ve been on a real vacation#though now that I’m an adult my priorities are way differnt#I don’t need to do anything crazy I just want to enjoy warm weather#and the cheaper American groceries
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