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tonyspep · 9 months ago

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~*~big, big plans~*~

A/N: this is for the 24k winter fic exchange put together by the amazing @wyattjohnston I know this is a little late, and I'm so sorry. I've never written for Nico Hischier before, so I hope I do him justice for the great @kurlyteuvo. This doesn't take place during a specific season with the Devils as I know next to nothing about their lore. I hope you enjoy this and you've had a wonderful holiday season and have a great year this year. @fallinallincurls also helped me so much with this so shout out to her.

~*~big, big plans~*~

pairing: nico hischier x oc

summary: it's the holiday season and during the break, nico has some big, big plans on the little hawaiian island his girlfriend nadia's family has been spending the holidays since she was a little girl

rating: t

she don't know /i got some big, big plans

build a little house on some hand-me-down land

find a little island where we go to get tan

i bet we take our kids down there one day

and i know she wouldn't mind if i

did a little somethin' like find a flight

overnight to paradise and leave tonight

and i'ma put a diamond on her hand

“big, big plans” - by chris lane

Nico didn't expect to find love when he was drafted by the Devils. Honestly, he was just trying to hope he would get by with what little English he knew. Then he moved into the townhouse Hallsy recommended and he met his neighbor. Nadia turned his whole world upside down. He still remembers her wide deep brown eyes meeting his own and the cute little gasp that fell off her full strawberry pout when she realized who was standing in front of her.

She fixed her hair and babbled in the most adorable way, but her excited energy as she talked about how her family had owned season tickets to the Devils forever had him smiling. She rattled off his stats with ease and before he could say anything, she hugged him close and said softly, “Welcome to New Jersey, Nico,” and from that day on he couldn't get her out of his head.

That was six years ago. He still couldn't believe they had known each other that long. How when everything fell apart with her boyfriend, she had come to him, her beautiful brown eyes red rimmed with tears, her long dark hair piled atop her head. He comforted her and though he desperately wanted to tell her he had long fallen in love with her, he kept that secret close to his heart not wanting to take advantage when she was at her most vulnerable.

Everything changed during the pandemic. Though, her parents were close by, she stuck by his side as his family was a world away in Switzerland. She showed him how to use Zoom and surprised him by learning Swiss in additon to making way too much banana bread. She added chunks of chocolate just for him. He taught her his mother's famous Swiss food and one night, everything changed when she stood on her toes – in her kitchen – flour dusting her cheeks and smelling of vanilla and cinnamon, and she initated their first kiss.

It was everything he could have dreamed of and more. Her lips so soft and warm, her scent so beautiful and alluring, everything about her drawing him in deeper and deeper.

Now there she was at the Prudential Center cheering him on at every home game. Since she was a yoga instructor, the hours worked out perfectly for her to be able to come to nearly every game. Her parents – David and Savannah – welcomed him with open arms, which he was thankful for considering he had bought a beautiful ruby ring two months ago before both the Thompson and Hischier clans would be converging on the big island of Hawaii to spend the holidays together.

Vacationing in Hawaii to escap the harsh Jersey winters had been a tradition for Nadia's family since she was a little girl and the past two Christmases Nico had come along. Now, his family was coming. He could still hear his Mom's excited shouts in Swiss when he told her and his Dad of his plans of proposing. They had loved Nadia from the first moment they met. Welcoming her as if they had known her for years after their very first interaction.

“I can feel you staring,” Nadia as sweet as she was had a sharp tongue, and Nico could hear the teasing tone of her sweet voice. “I can enjoy the view,” He easy volleyed back, taking in her alluring shape as she finished packing her suitcase.

“What if I want you to do more than enjoy the view, huh?” Seeing her tongue wet her perfect pout had Nico groan low and deep in his throat.

Easily crossing the threshold of their bedroom, Nico had the petite brunette wrapped in his strong arms in seconds. Bending slightly as she stood on her tip toes, they kissed sweetly, their tongues tangling as her fingers found purchase in his thick hair while his roamed her back. Pulling away, they were breathing heavily and their eyes were full of love and heat. Nadia let one of her hands stay tangled in Nico's soft hair while the other trailed down his toned chest, feeling the muscles underneath his cotton t-shirt. He felt nothing but heat from her fingers.

Her soft sigh sent his blood rushing through his veins. “Can't wait to be on the beach with you,” Nadia mused. “Love seeing you get tan and how you can't keep your hands away from me. I packed the red bikini just for you, Neeks.”

“Nadi,” A desperate growl as she gave an impish smile promising nothing but trouble. “It's your favorite,” Her tone was dilberately innocent as she batted her lashes coquettishly. “How could I not bring it?”

They were talking too much Nico decided as he swept his girl up into another passionate kiss and laid her down on their bed, covering her petite body with his strong frame. They spent the rest of the night before they would leave for Hawaii in the morning, wrapped up in each other and with every kiss and every touch, every soft pant of his name, he knew more and more that Nadia was the woman he wanted to spend the rest of his life with.

He could see her walking to him on David's arm in the most beautiful white dress. Giving him a cheeky wink and sticking out her tongue to make him laugh – you're too serious, neeks loosen up, baby – and how he would stick his tongue back out at her. He could hear him say I do and her say the same words back. He could see them fixing up their spare room; painting it a sweet and sunny yellow with sage accents the perfect mix of boht of them as their little girl would be. He could see them bringing her to the same resort they would be staying at once they touched down in Hawaii. Watching her play in the sand and the surf giggling as he chased her and Nadia, cuddling with her, seeing her grow and learn and change.

Kissing Nadia's head as he listened to her breath while she was wrapped in his arms, Nico couldn't imagine a better life for himself.

He only hoped when he got down on one knee, Nadia would say yes.

The first night was spent unpacking and enjoying a traditonal luau as the two families toasted each other and the holiday season. Nico was sure he had never seen a more beautiful woman than Nadia under the tiki lamps and the pink and orange of the setting Hawaiian sun. Her beautiful green and teal maxi dress hugged her figure perfectly. Her eyes were bright with happiness, her laughter infectious, every little thing she did made him fall deeper and deeper and only made him more certain of what he was going to do.

Her father David sent him knowing looks and winked, and he couldn't help but flush. His Mom couldn't resist mentioning how beautiful the resort would be for a wedding and Nadia murmured in his ear, “I always thought so. I wouldn't mind getting married here,”

Their fingers were linked together and she had brought their intertwined hands to her lips when she said that, and Nico felt his heart skip several beats. He wouldn't mind getting married here. The sun setting behind them and making her look like an angel.

He finds his voice, kissing her softly and says, “Me neither,” the smile he receives back is absolutely blinding and he's more confident than ever she'll say yes.

Being a yoga instructor, Nadida is an early riser. Even on vacation, so to no one's surprise both she and Nico are up early the next morning. Nico can't resist his eyes shamelessly roaming over Nadia's beauitful body in her choice of a red two piece sports bra and leggings set. The red ribbon tied in her high ponytail makes her even more adorable to him.

He can feel Nadia's eyes on him. The sight of her biting her lip has the heat rising and he smiles as he wraps his arms around her, ready for their morning yoga session as she giggles and tries to wriggle free. He kisses her all over as he lifts her from her feet making her giggles grow louder as he laughs, his hands roam over her curves. They fall into the lush grass, a tangle of limbs before he manages to get her tiny body under his strong frame.

“You're the most beautiful girl I've ever seen,” His voice is husky and honest, making her shudder. “Neeks,” His nickname falling from Nadia's lips, makes him want her so much. Her deep brown eyes are shimmering in the morning light, making him love her even more.

He can feel the ring inside the pocket of his shorts and he knows this is the moment. The sun peeking through the palm trees, the birds chirping, the ocean lapping lazily against the sand and Nadia looking like a princess even her sports bra and leggings.

Caressing her cheek softly with his finger tips, he uses his other hand to reach into the pocket of his shorts and her little gasp is the cutest thing he's ever heard.

“Nico...” She whispers. “Shhh, Nadi,” Nico says softly. “There's only one thing I want you to say, but let me say what I have to first.”

“Okay,”

“I couldn't believe the most beautiful girl I had ever seen was so close when I had first moved to Newark after being drafted, that she was right across the hall from me. I never wanted any sadness to come to you and I hated that I was happy when Jason broke your heart because all I wanted was to have you for myself, but the thought of someone hurting of you, of you feeling any pain was something I never wanted. When you came to me, your beautiful eyes red rimmed, your tiny body shaking, all I wanted to do was hold you and do whatever I could to make you smile again...”

“And that's exactly what you did. You gave me everything I could ever want. You're my Prince Charming, Nico,”

“And you're my Princess, Nadia. So there's only one thing for Prince Charming and his Princess to do; to live happily ever after. Nadia Isabel Thompson, will you do me the utmost honor of becoming my wife and making me the happiest man in the world?”

Nico watched as Nadia's eyes went wide when he presented her with the gorgeous ruby ring. Her beautiful face was awash in pure happiness as tears filled her big beautiful chocolate eyes while she nodded and said in the sweetest voice, “Yes, yes! Yes, yes! Yes, Nico I'll marry you,”

Just as he slipped the ring onto her shaking ring finger, they heard the happy yells and cheers from their families as they ran from their respective bungalos on the resort, champagne in her Dad's hand and the other family members holding champagne flutes.

Hugs and kisses were exchanged. He shook hands with her Dad and Nico felt like he was floating. Nothing could be better than this.

Except for when Nadia was by his side when he was lifting the Cup and then when he was holding their beautiful little girl.

@nicohischier @nadia_yoga said yes!!!! #engaged #hawaiianholiday #merrychristmas

@nadia_yoga i said yes beaches!!!! #engaged #hawaiianholiday #merrychristmastome #merrychristmastous

@jackhughes way to go cap!!! congrats u crazy kids!!! gonna be so turnt for the wedding!!!

@dougieham i have the most incredible best man speech planned. vince vaughan and owen wilson ain't got nothing on me #shout #bestmandougieham

More and more comments flooded both Nico and Nadia's instagram pages as the day went on. After celebrating with their families, they spent the rest of the day wrapped up in each other as they showered each other with love more happy than they ever dreamed they could be.

As the sun set behind them, they danced on the beach, holding each other close. The waves and their heartbeats providing the music as they swayed softly together.

In this moment, they knew they were meant to be together and that their lives were just beginning, both of them imagining being right back here as husband and wife and then with their kids; a strong willed, funny girl with Nadia's big brown eyes and a sweet, soft spoken little boy who had the same smile as Nico.

all i am, i'll be

everything in this world

all that i'll ever need

is in your eyes

shining at me

when you smile /i can feel

all my passion unfolding

your hand brushes mine

and a thousand sensations

seduce me cause i

i do cherish you

for the rest of my life

you don't have to think twice

i will love you still

from the depths of my soul

it's beyond my control

i've waited so long to say this to you

if you're asking do i love you this much

i do

“i do (cherish you) – by 98 degrees

songs used “big, big plans” by chris lane and “i do (cherish you) by 98 degrees

#winter fic exchange 2k24 #nico hischier #new jersey devils #hockey rpf #fanfiction #nico hischer x oc

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whocaresstillthelouvre · 6 months ago

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Happy Frankie Friday! Or Happy Friday if you don't celebrate 😉

It's Asknado time, fellow Scout!

After peeking at your Baseball player Joel Miller story, I wondered:

With which Pedro Boy would you most like to go to a live baseball game? What would be the ideal game experience for you two? Pro, semi-pro, the Savannah Bananas, your choice.

Oooooh boy. This is an amazing question because I can talk baseball and Pedro for HOURS.

The simplest answer is pre-outbreak Joel and sometimes simple is best and makes the most sense. He'd get tickets for the Astros game when my favorite team is visiting. There's just a twinge of jealousy from him because of my massive crush on my favorite player but he'd still clap while rolling his eyes when he comes up to bat. The game isn't sold out so nobody is sitting in front of us, allowing me to stretch my legs and rest them on the seatbacks, he'd softly pet my thigh (decently we are in front of children and people). We're in the sun, so he'd have to apply sunscreen on me then act annoyed when I'd force him to wear it, only agreeing if I rub it on him. Joel would buy Sarah a souvenir stuffed animal to take home to her, finding it ridiculous that it cost him $30 for a plush but never complaining because he knows she's going to love it. My favorite player hits a home run, I jump up and cheer, the only person in our section shouting (this has personally happened to me multiple times IRL), Joel shakes his head and grins as I sit down, kissing the top of my head and calling me ridiculous but he loves it. My team wins, I celebrate the victory as we walk to the parking lot hand in hand. Once we're in his truck, air conditioner blasting as we wait for the traffic in the lot to die down, Joel reaches over, pulling me towards him whispering "You win again" as he plants a kiss on my lips.

(Honestly all of this would work well for Frankie too.)

Bonus, I would LOVE LOVE LOVE to see Dieter Bravo witness a Savannah Bananas game.

#scouts honor #ask box

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chaoticbooklesbian · 5 months ago

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Over the weekend, I went to Boston to see the Savannah Bananas play in Fenway Park (link to watch the game on YouTube), and let me say, first and foremost, it was an absolute BLAST. They brought out all the Banana Ball stops, they even hand-delivered popcorn to my mom because I told them we were celebrating her birthday. I had an amazing time and it's made me even more excited for the three other games I'm going to this year. I say all of this so that the rest of the post doesn't make it seem like I had a bad time.

I was concerned, when I bought the tickets, that the seats in Fenway Park would be narrow. I have huge hips, it's an old ballpark, and narrow seats are an issue I've run into before. I knew it would be worth it to go regardless or I wouldn't have bought the tickets, but I also knew it could be a tight squeeze. I was not prepared for the reality that confronted me when we found our seats: They were so narrow that I didn't fit in them. I could only sit at the edge of my seat, with my knees basically up against the seat in front of me. I couldn't lean back, I couldn't get comfortable, the metal arms of the seat were digging into my hips the entire time, getting up and sitting back down were painful.

The world is not made for fat people, y'all. I'm extremely lucky that this event was fun enough that I didn't care how uncomfortable I was through the whole thing, that I was able to be a blob in the hotel room the whole next day. I shouldn't have to make those calculations just to go do something fun. I should be able to decide to see a show without worrying that the whole thing might be ruined by uncomfortable seating, that an otherwise pretty good show could be rendered awful by whether or not I fit in the seat. I wanted to go see my favorite musical while it was having a limited run on Broadway a year or so ago, so I called the theater to try to find out how big the seats were. No one answered when I called, so I emailed, and got a range of sizes. When I asked which sections had which size seats so I could buy tickets where I'd be more comfortable, no one responded. I didn't go see the show.

If I were just a bit smaller, I wouldn't have to worry about this at all. There are plenty of people bigger than me who can't even consider going to shows because they know for a fact that almost nowhere they could think of to go would be able to accommodate their bodies, and that's so unbelievably fucked up. I want to enjoy life, to go to shows and events and know I'll fit in the seats, to go to restaurants and not have the people with me look at the booth and preemptively ask to be seated at a table with chairs instead before I can even try to sit down. I want that for everyone, regardless of size.

I had a really fucking good time on Saturday night, but that was in spite of and in defiance of a stadium that didn't want someone like me in it. Imagine how much better my night would have been if my seat had been big enough.

#pedanticblah #we got to our seats. i tried to sit. i realized i didn't fit immediately.#i had a fan-fucking-tastic time anyway

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gonetodash19 · 1 year ago

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RIP JIMMY BUFFETT 🦜

Yes, I have always been a fucking Parrothead.

Story time: I broke my neck when I was 16 and had to wear a halo stabilizer screwed into my skull for two months. My family already had Buffett tickets, so we got them switched to handicap seating. Buffett started the show (Banana Wind ‘96 Tour) with Fingers the harmonica player on a mini stage on the lawn, then proceeded towards the main stage through the crowd. He then stops, says hello to me, and shakes my hand. Huge security dude gives me a t-shirt (still have it). I was the only one in the crowd he spoke to. I was completely self-conscious, with scaffolding screwed into me, and the dude doesn’t hesitate to say what’s up. I’ll never forget.

I also hung out with his daughter, Savannah, on Phish tour in ‘99. She was cool as shit, too.

Don’t give a fuck, I will always love Jimmy Buffet! 🦜

#jimmy buffett

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fleshchyme · 7 months ago

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Savannah Banana tickets are so expensive 😭

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starry-hughes · 2 years ago

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fun fact about the savannah banana tickets (this is not related but i just wanted to share) the tickets are actually free if you sign up on their website i believe but the waitlist is super long! a lot of people i guess get the tickets and sell them so others buy them and don’t have to worry about the waitlist

i did not know this! i looked at tickets probably some time in the fall and was absolutely shocked at the prices, they were extremely expensive in my opinion for a baseball team that isn’t like the mlb

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indynerdgirl · 2 years ago

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When you find out too late that your sign-up for the pre-sale list for the Savannah Bananas games in Indianapolis never went through so you never got the email to purchase tickets and both games are sold out. 😭😭😭😭😭

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minorleagueballparks · 2 months ago

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Savannah Bananas

Similar to the Harlem Globetrotters, the Savannah Bananas are baseball’s version of a trick team. The Savannah Bananas were formed in the Coastal Plain Collegiate League in 2016, and after the 2022 season, the Bananas created their own independent league. This video shows what banana ball is all about.

The Bananas’ founder, Jesse Cole, started the team to make baseball fun again for fans. With this in mind and by putting the fans first, the Bananas have consistently sold out their home field, which has a capacity of 5,000. They sell tickets for $35, which includes all Coca-Cola products and ballpark food.

The style of baseball the Bananas play differs from how the MLB operates. The Bananas use a two-hour continuous countdown to control the pace of play. Although there is a two hour limit there is an opening ceremony for each game that typically lasts 30-40 minutes, and a closing ceremony that is 10-20 minutes. A normal time for the whole event is around 2 hour 45 minutes.

There are different ways of keeping stats for Banana Ball. Pitchers have stats based on time—if a pitcher records an inning under a certain amount of time, it counts toward his stats. They’ve also introduced a new version of the walk: after four balls are thrown, the batter doesn’t automatically get first base. Instead, in Banana Ball, after four balls are thrown, the ball must be touched by all the other defenders (1B, 2B, SS, 3B, LF, RF, and CF) in any order. While this is happening, the batter is running, trying to take as many bases as possible. Once all players have touched the ball, the batter can then be tagged out. Another unique rule is that batters can steal first base at any time. A staple of Banana Ball is the constant trick plays—whether it’s a flyout to center or a routine groundout. They even keep track of who has the most trick plays. My favorite rule is that if a fan catches a foul ball in the air, it counts as an out on the field. The team also does dances mid at-bats which is one of the reasons they got famous.

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Banana Ball has grown tremendously in the last couple of years. They are currently on their first Banana Tour, playing at various MLB ballparks. I watched their recent game in Philadelphia, where they played the Party Animals. The Bananas sold out Citizens Bank Park, which holds 45,000 people—by far their biggest crowd. The photo I took is a bit blurry, but it shows just how much the Bananas have grown in such a short time.

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Here is a link to the Banana website if you are interested in going to a game or wanting to learn more.

#bananas #philly #discover #ballpark #baseball #Instagram

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