We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.

[jamie-kincaid.livejournal.com]

[Tuesday, November 24th (Day 177)]
[Early Afternoon- Karina Bathory's home]


Leaving Toby's house, I have a bounce to my step as I make my way onto my horse, Clover.  Toby and I had a pleasant lunch and we talked and laughed as we caught up.  He's been my pal for years now and I wanted him to be the first one I spoke to officially.  I had to register with him anyway so it made good sense.

As I ride along, I'm thinking back to recently and a smile blooms on my face as I begin to hum.  Lily's visited me a few times, four in total these last three weeks and I get the feeling that she's got a lot to do with my good mood.  She's appeared exactly when I was thinking of her and when I told her my idea, she clapped her hands and giggled as she encouraged me to do it.  Molly, too and between them, I let myself get swept up in their enthusiasm.  I'm still not sure I can handle it all but with Molly on one side and Lily on the other, I don't think I have a choice. 

And for some reason, I don't mind.  Some men don't like being fussed over but I can honestly say that I've become a quiet fan.  Maybe Molly's coddled me all these years but now with Lily's added attention, life is finally moving in a direction I like.  I know it's not like that for everyone though and I think that's a big reason why I made my decision.

Spotting my destination, I dismount and tie Clover's reins up before retrieving a bag and walking up the front steps. Knocking on the door, I know that she doesn't expect me but I think it'll be fine.  I can't remember a single time she's ever turned me away and I smile wide as the door opens.


[Open to Karina]
[Closed]

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[jamie-kincaid.livejournal.com]

"Thank you, Darling. Congratulations and and the best of luck to you. If you'll see him first, please do tell Toby." I stand up, smiling and nodding as I agree, "Definitely. You can count on me, Karina."

I ask about her visiting the Homestead and she's bright and warm as she replies, "Of course. I'll make it a point to come by. It would be good to see Molly again and I can't turn down such good food." My smile widens and I say, "I'll let Molly know. I'll bet she makes something special for you." She laughs, adding, "You and Edmund have so much power over me. And I think you know it!"

I laugh along with her, saying, "Maybe Edmund knows but I didn't." I think of Edmund as we move to the door, "I'll bet he doesn't either, Karina. Your feminine ways have always been a mystery to us, simple men that we are."

I smile once more, hugging her tightly before opening the door and saying, "Thank you for having me in, Karina. Enjoy the candy and have a wonderful day. I know I'm going to, thanks to you." I lean forward, kissing her cheek once before heading out.

[karina-vb.livejournal.com]

I just grin at him and accept his kiss, squeezing his hands in mine before he leaves.

Strange, strange day. I smile to myself. But a good one.

I shut the door and clean up the living room before going to find Leah and Maryk.