#merrockstarter

[monixoconnor]

WHO: Moni & open WHERE: The suburbs WHEN: Late August, 2024

"Holy -- shit. I am so sorry." Monique apologised sincerely to the person she'd accidentally bumped into, hot latte in hand and seeing the mess that her divided attention had created. It was her own fault, but with Freya beginning at a new school, she wanted to ensure that she could contact her whenever she required. As a result, she had earned herself a mobile of her own, though it wasn’t anything fancy. It was the best solution she could come up with considering they were attempting to start a life in a completely new destination. “You’re not burnt, are you?”

[stellylee]

WHO: Stelly & OPEN!

WHERE: downtown Merrock

WHEN: Hallo-Week (October, 2024)

"My adrenaline is pumping," Stelly let out a jittery, but delighted laugh as they trailed out of Stubs, following the crowd of movie-goers, "like, not ready to go home pumping. What do you want to do for the rest of the night? The haunted spooky things are all open late, we could go skating, take an uber out to the haunted houses, go to the bar -- I could mix us up some drinks, we could go back to my place and hang out. What do you feel like?"

[jmiemagvans]

Who: Jamie & OPEN!

Where: around town

When: Hallo-week

"Okay, so it's still early enough to get some drinks, and late enough for all the lights to come on... maybe," he squinted his eyes, looking up at the dim lamp posts. There was tons to do and see, so an adventure was probably the best answer there. "So, where to first?" he grinned, rubbing his hands together.

[cagenewman]

WHO: Cage & OPEN

WHERE: Cage & Cordelia's Wedding

WHEN: October 19, 2024

"Catching a breather, too?" Cage asked with a breathless laugh as he sidled up to the almost-empty table, dropping down to sit carefully. He had a drink in hand, the signature cocktail that he had meticulously planned with Elise over the past few weeks, wanting something special to share with the guests. "I hope you're having a good time, you look great!"

[brooksienewman]

When: October 12th Where: Newman Family Farm (Cage's Bachelor Party) Who: Kellan & open

"Someone got me real good with a paintball," Kellan remarked, poking at the large bonfire. There was something so satisfying about large fires and it always felt like an honor to be the one to stoke the fire for an event. "I'm glad the paintball company did disclaimers," he laughed, lifting his beer to his lips, taking a swig. "No real damage on your end, I hope?"

[xmikamorris]

where: mawk tales when: august 2024 who: tamika & OPEN

Having arrived in town only a few weeks prior, Tamika was still getting to know her new home. Today's adventure was stopping by the mocktail place in her neighborhood. It had been quite a few minutes of reading over the menu, debating on drink options, before Mika ultimately decided that asking for recommendations may be the best option. "Excuse me. It's my first time here. Are there any drinks that you'd recommend I give a try?"

[claraquinn]

who: clara & CLOSED (5/5)

I think one of my favourite fall pastimes is enjoying a glass or three of apple cider at the end of a long day. It's the perfect seasonal accompaniment. Like eggnog at Christmas time. What's your go-to?

[noa-markam]

Where: Ren Faire Who: Open (5/5)

"Stole this from the horses," Noa said, brandishing an apple in one hand. She'd spent some time down by the stables, enamored with the stallions prancing about in velvet sigils. With the knights too all dressed up and texting off duty. "Figured it was only fair after one tried to eat my skirt." She held it up to show the rip, smiling all the while. "They're mouthy little things."

[narilily]

WHO: Nari & OPEN!

WHERE: Lavender Lane, countryside

WHEN: September, 2024

"Before you ask, yes, those are edible," Nari said without missing a beat, approaching the person looking over the ornamental pepper plants, the tiny peppers purple and yellow and golden red against their green leaves, a perfect plant for fall decoration. She wasn't working that day, shopping herself, but couldn't help to tease a little bit. Or warn. "But they're very, very hot, so I don't recommend it!"

[elianavagh]

I don't know if I'm just weird but with summer coming to an unofficial end and the temperatures starting to dip slightly, especially at night, am I the only one excited that I can crank my AC and curl up in an absurd amount of blankets on the couch or bed until I fall asleep. Is this probably recommend? No. Is it probably some way to end up with some kind of bad cold? Probably. Is it going to change anytime soon until it actually gets too cold? Definitely not. Anyone else do that? Someone tell me I'm not alone. I promise I'm not losing it, maybe work just has me overtired, but this weekend getting some damn good food in it will definitely help. @merrock

[alicezhaox]

It feels kind of surreal knowing that summer is coming to a close. I feel like every month is going quicker than the last. How has everyone’s summer been going? Are we looking forward to the change of weather or do we still want to hold onto the sunshine?

[sloaneloise]

"I'm not going to lie, my cooking and baking skills leave something to be desired. Put me in the operating room, and I'm magic, put me with baked goods and... well, I know it's a science and all." Sloan had decided to make the best of her Saturday with it being 'Chocolate Chip Cookie Day' and show up to the class Flour Co. was teaching. Maybe she'd actually learn something that she could take home but right now her batter was looking far more runny than a dough should. "I definitely did something wrong." she said peeking at the persons bowl next to her before digging into the recipe again. "Maybe if I just add some more flour?" she scrunched up her face, "Do you think they'll shame me if I crawl out of here and just go buy a dozen cookies to take home with me?" Chuckling to herself as she measured out some flour and decided to wing it. @merrock

[meeraxnadar]

Location: Little Corner Market

Open to all

"Bread....olives....milk..." Meera ran her hand across the items in her shopping basket repeating the names before sighing deeply. Having just finished a lunch time shift and with some reading for college that she had had all summer to do but had failed miserably to even start her head was all over the place. "Ugh, what else was it?"

[steviemaylane]

"I've been doing so much prep for the new school year that I think my brain is fried, so this is well needed. Thank you." She lifted the glass in a cheers with a wide smile.

[gabbyellison]

RENFAIRE GALA. OPEN 3/4

Gabriela had been roaming the grounds, observing all the costumes and activities that were in view from a near distance. While she loved escaping to other worlds in novels, this faire had her at a loss for words. "I got to give it to whoever organised all of this, they really put in 110%."

[leoxsanchez]

Location: Jousting area, Ren Faire

Open to all

"I can't decide if I wish I could have a go at that or if the idea completely terrifies me," Leo remarked with a chuckle as he turned to his neighbor as the latest pair of knights had reached the end of their jousting performance.