002 [Network: Audio]

[brotherofagod]

I know there are serious things happening but focusing on that has never been something I'm good at. That said, Thanksgiving just passed by. [Not that Jacob has a good track record for celebrating or understanding most holidays but it got him thinking.] Not sure who has thanksgiving or who celebrates it.

It's a pretty strange holiday.

[Jacob remembers it as a holiday dedicated to overeating.]

But it also reminds me that Christmas is coming up too. I don't remember doing much the last time I was here. [He thinks he gave away wooden carvings but then that might have had no relation to Christmas, Jacob's memories were still a bit fuzzy.]

Anyway, I wanted to know what sort of traditions people had.

My traditions changed a lot after my parents passed but when I was very young I remember a lot of cookies and a lot of pie. Along with a great deal of decorations that I had to help with or, I wouldn't get the aforementioned cookies and pie.

What about you guys?

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[doubled_speed]

[Well that will be a nice thing. And hours later there will absolutely be a small ‘thank you’ basket of cookies outside of Jacob’s apartment.]

[skyward_eyes]

[Nida knew that the past didn’t always stay in the past. But he didn’t think that needed pointed out right now.]

You know, life isn’t an easy thing, especially when someone’s got the burden of fate on them like that. Like it sounds like she did. I think she probably did some of what you’ve implied to keep you safe. And worrying about you is sorta what comes with that.

[monochromatically]

[Mono liked the option, admittedly. He wasn’t big on sharing over the network as it was. If it hadn’t been for his curiosity over the original topic, he probably wouldn’t have used the network at all due to the issue he had when he tried using the tellphone.]

Yeah… Maybe another time. After the holidays, they sound like something that should be spent doing happy stuff.

[And he wants to get a better read on Jacob, he was a cautious kid at this point when it came to sharing. Or he tried to be, anyway.]

[cetrary]

At least it'll come from your heart! Or at least that's what you can tell people in order to make them feel too guilty to criticize them.

[soulsword]

That has never been a talent of mine. [ Lying to others though....] Wouldn't it just bring into question their honesty? If they pretended to like shit cookies just because they liked us.

wrap!

[brotherofagod]

Thanks. Later.

[brotherofagod]

Sounds good.

You can come find me. I think you're better at finding people than I am. [Jake also considers himself very easy to find.]

[brotherofagod]

Yeah. I know. I mean, I don't know everything but I can see how hard she tries. She kinda sucks at hiding it but if I can smile and ease that worry. I'd rather do that.

Though I suppose there might be a time to talk about it. Maybe when things become easier. [He really doesn't know if there is ever a right time to talk to people about depressing things.]

[brotherofagod]

That isn't a bad idea.

Thanks.

Hey, if you make cookies this year you should let me try them.

[brotherofagod]

I think that depends on the person.

I can imagine my sister trying to lie about it because she cares but she's also a really bad liar. [It's a little fun to watch his older sister attempt to lie to him.]

Some lies are harmless. Others are for the person who is lying, not really to hurt anyone but for people to protect themselves. [That's the sort of lying that Jacob is best at.]

[monochromatically]

Okay, I will! I’m only good because I got a lotta practice with it.

[But yes, even through the static one could hear the slightly proud tone in his voice.]

Bye, I’ll see you later!

/ wrap

[brotherofagod]

Sounds good.

Later Lil Shade.

[skyward_eyes]

[At least he can see it. And that is nice.]

Maybe when things get easier. But I just hope you can be happy here.

[soulsword]

So is my brother. I have no idea why he continues to try. Though he's much better than Kitty.

In the long run lies like those hurt you more.

[cetrary]

If I make some, I'll definitely make everyone try a few. Gotta get opinions, right?

[notarambler]

We also killed Karmpus one time, which was weird.

Not to mention that other time we...well stabbed people with their own Christmas tree.

Holiday monsters are a lot.

[brotherofagod]

I will.

[He signs.]

If I can keep my head out of my ass, but you'll help with that right?

[brotherofagod]

They could. I think it depends on the person.

I don't let lies like that hurt me because I know that it is a weird way that they show they care or are worried about me. But I think it depends. When it's not about cookies it might hurt.

[He pauses and considers it.]

I try not to lie but I sometimes say nothing... and I think that might be worse. Knowing there is something to be said but remaining silent.

If that makes sense.

[brotherofagod]

I'll look forward to that.

Will I get some?

[He hasn't met her in person but he likes cookies.]

[brotherofagod]

Shit. That sounds terrifying.

[He knows the story of Krampus and it scares him to this day.]

That last part sounds really funny but I'm not sure if I should laugh about that.

[skyward_eyes]

I'll try. Not that I'm very good at it most days.

[soulsword]

Is it worse because then it leaves you with regret over what you never got to say?

[cetrary]

Do you want to be a taste tester? I wouldn't say no to any that offered themselves up!

[brotherofagod]

Sure. Let me know when and where and I'm there.

[brotherofagod]

[Jacob frowns a bit but then quickly shakes his head.]

I guess I don't regret it.

Is that messed up?