Chapter 5. Moving On
What with all the effort put in, fishing, gardening, cooking and house building, it seemed like it just had to be a good time to take a break. You know, get out of the house and socialize a bit and, oh yeah, see if there is an interesting guy to meet up. Couldn't hurt to hit gym, right?
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Kelly was definitely looking good. Sometimes it seems like all you saw of the guy was dirt and weeds but he was actually getting pretty strong. Definitely not bad looking. I kept checking him out as we worked out together. I keep getting the feeling he would not be at all adverse to a new home situation, a romantic home situation.
Kelly: So this is a good break, right? I mean, (huff, puff), what's to hate about a little work out? I must say, you make it seem so easy.
Amanda: Well there is more to me than just grilled cheese ya know. Talking about which, if we don't work out pretty often we'll be carrying those sandwiches everywhere on the bod. Gotta work them off.
Kelly: Yeah. Sorry I haven't grown any tomatoes. We must have forgotten to get some when we were at the kiosk. No tomato soup to go with.
Amanda: Yeah. (sigh) Oh well, it's gonna happen sooner or later. Hopefully sooner. I admit I'm getting a bit tired of grilled cheese. It's like all we're able to talk about to everyone!
Kelly: I know, right? Say, have you checked out those guys behind you? Looks like there are some handsome dudes here, not to mention the hot babes.
Amanda: Eh, so so. That guy Brandt? He's off limits. No girls for him. Paolo is cute for sure but he has issues. I'm looking for Mr. Right, not Mr. Right Now if you catch my drift.
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Lyle: So, can I get an introduction or something?
Rising Star: Sorry. Busy, as you can see. Just go and be a fan, ok?
Of course, life couldn't all be fun and games. After a few words of encouragement from the Watcher, (yeah, right, that's what SHE said they were) Amanda thought it was time for a family meeting to discuss where they were going and to refocus on the goals. [ You are not allowed to view attachments ]
Amanda: Look guys, I gotta tell ya W. has been on my case like hard. And she's right. We've lost focus.
Kelly: Sorry, Mandy. I've done my best in the garden but it takes time you know. And what with no tomato plants and a few others, I'm a bit behind.
Amanda: Kelly, I understand. Dude you are out there morning, noon and night, like Dylan, always fishing.
Lyle: I do my part too, you know. True, I really enjoy going off to work but have you noticed how stressed I am when I come home? These is hardly any days when the W. is able to be there with me. At least I have a ray gun now, which we haven't even used.
Amanda: Nothing to use it on Lyle. I don't want to zap your crystals and minerals, you need all you get for the job, and as for trophies, few and far between. Plus, Dylan would be very annoyed if we did in the frogs which he says he'll need for special fish.
Kelly: All right, so focus on getting this dynasty going right. Amanda you need to get connected and get a job so skills and whims for you. I need to work a bit more on both and get connected as well. Lyle, you got a decent job and didn't even wait for connections but you know we could always use the cash.
Amanda: Right. Ok, dinner time for Lyle, more grilled cheese of course, and I'm off to work on mixology. Will you guys catch up Dylan if I miss him?
(Together): Yes'm.
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Amanda: So, just a gentle pour......not too much or too fast....
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Amanda: Watcher, you catching this? Your girl has got what it takes! One Zebra Fizz comin' up.... and now, a little music to soothe your over worked, underpaid, Watcher soul.
W: I get paid?
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Meanwhile, back in the garden....Kelly: That's it. Finally got enough points and just tap in this last career opportunity, "Gardening", yep, that's the one. Done! Hope Amanda gets the job she wants now.
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Lyle: *sotto vocce so Amanda doesn't hear* She's right. We've worked hard but lost our focus. I think I've got a plan. Wait till she's gone, get the guys together and strategize. Yep......
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With plans rolling around in his head, and my cat literally screaming for her food, (as usual), it's time for me to bid you adieu.
