part 11 of the China Pearl Inn

[WeaverofWorlds]

Thank you CG, the more rum the better, no complaints at all!! "Gives the sweet wolf a kiss"

*laughs with what Weaver said about the duct tape...* Somehow I can see that and I don't even know your little ones!! I know it would be something I would do. Yea, that's all any parent can hope for is that their little ones grow up decent. I know I could have pushed myself harder for a better life, but I at least have a good relationship with my parents, not a lot of people can say that.

Mm. My own relationship with my parents is a mixed bag. My relationship with my mother was rocky for a bit, though we talked things out, it was mostly just a communication issue. My father on the other hand... he's a narcissist and one of those people who believes he can do no wrong, so anything that is a problem must be someone else's fault. As a child he was always the most fun, as an adult I can see too much of his faults to really believe he is as great as he claims to be.

 

[DarkWarrioress]

:: pokes my head in... looks around confused... then heads back out ::

*from the ether comes great laughter*

That was me when I got home from dinner, Mo.

 

[cgraven]

Kat I am glad the drink suits you. So how was your day and what are you up to?

 

[katalynn]

Mm. My own relationship with my parents is a mixed bag. My relationship with my mother was rocky for a bit, though we talked things out, it was mostly just a communication issue. My father on the other hand... he's a narcissist and one of those people who believes he can do no wrong, so anything that is a problem must be someone else's fault. As a child he was always the most fun, as an adult I can see too much of his faults to really believe he is as great as he claims to be.

I've always been a daddy's girl. Always had a closer relationship with him than I did with mom. It did get a bit rocky for a time there, but that was due to my foolish younger self. I'm glad you were able to work things out with your mom tho. I've known a few people like your father, they are not the easiest to deal with that's for sure.. My dad has gotten a short fuse in his older years, the smallest thing will set him off now a days...

******

*Smiles at CG, getting comfy in his lap.*

I've missed this and you my sweet wolf... Currently, it appears that I'm dealing with a growing migraine.. other than that, picking at the chores since I failed to do them earlier. Dang nap took over and time was lost!

 

[WeaverofWorlds]

I've always been a daddy's girl. Always had a closer relationship with him than I did with mom. It did get a bit rocky for a time there, but that was due to my foolish younger self. I'm glad you were able to work things out with your mom tho. I've known a few people like your father, they are not the easiest to deal with that's for sure.. My dad has gotten a short fuse in his older years, the smallest thing will set him off now a days...

Sadly, padre's narcissism has kinda forced all of his kids to avoid him whenever possible, and it's led to him having to struggle with not really knowing us anymore. He tries, he honestly does, but he's not so great about not making every conversation about him. But hey, hopefully things get better in time. Sorry to hear age has led to your father's temper getting shorter. I can't say my own parents haven't shifted a bit in their older age. Mom has certainly gotten more emotionally manipulative, though I'm not sure she realizes what's she's doing... or maybe I'm just hoping she's doing it by accident.

Anyway, my bed beckons, for I have to be up at six in the morning for another day of dragging the littles kicking and screaming to school. I bid all who remain a wonderful night, and perhaps I shall see you all come the morning.

 

[katalynn]

Sadly, padre's narcissism has kinda forced all of his kids to avoid him whenever possible, and it's led to him having to struggle with not really knowing us anymore. He tries, he honestly does, but he's not so great about not making every conversation about him. But hey, hopefully things get better in time. Sorry to hear age has led to your father's temper getting shorter. I can't say my own parents haven't shifted a bit in their older age. Mom has certainly gotten more emotionally manipulative, though I'm not sure she realizes what's she's doing... or maybe I'm just hoping she's doing it by accident.

Anyway, my bed beckons, for I have to be up at six in the morning for another day of dragging the littles kicking and screaming to school. I bid all who remain a wonderful night, and perhaps I shall see you all come the morning.

Same with my mom, she's gotten pretty emotional too... But, she's also been through so much too, so I can actually see it. I have that grand curse of Alzheimer's to look forward too in my older years. I think it might be hitting mom in small spurts, but it does run deep on the female side of her family...

Sweet dreams.. see ya tomorrow. Hugs and love.

 

[cgraven]

Kat lean your head on my shoulder close your eyes. The chores will take care of them selves in time.

I enfold Kat in my arms. I have missed you Kat.

 

[Asa]

Slips back in.

Hello everyone.

 

[cgraven]

Evening Asa and how goes your day.

 

[Asa]

Going alright how about you CG

 

[DarkSmith]

Smith slips down the stairs. Seeing Kat curled up in CG's lap, he slides behind the bar.

"Miss Asa. Would you care for a drink?"

Pouring himself a neat rum.

DarkSmith

 

[DarkSmith]

"Evening Kat, and CG."

Ds

 

[Asa]

Yeah sure bourbon if ya don't mind

 

[DarkSmith]

"Will Basil Hayden suffice? Or do you have a preference?"

DS

 

[DarkSmith]

"There is a bottle of Colonel E.H. Taylor, and some Pappy Van Winkle hidden under the shelf."

DS

 

[Asa]

Basil Hayden is fine unless there is a bottle of George Remus lurking about

 

[DarkSmith]

Squatting down, the Smith reaches into a cobwebbed corner. An ancient, long forgotten bottle of Lagrimas Port emerges, and then a dusty bottle of the Bourbon in question is uncovered. Wiping down the bottle, he pours a hefty double. Slides it across the bar top.

"There you are, Miss!"

DS

 

[Asa]

Oh yes. Thank you.

Drinks the bourbon and sits back reading old threads wanting another thread to write in.

 

[DarkSmith]

"Anyone need anything else?" the Smith asks the few people present.

DS

 

[cgraven]

Asa I am doing well taking it a day at atime.

 

[katalynn]

*Sips on my rum, curling up to Cg, enjoying the safety and comfort of him holding me..*

I've missed you too Cg.. I will try to come home more often. I promise.

Hello Asa, It's good to see you again too! Hope life has be kind to you!

Hi Ds, I hope you had a good day.

 

[Asa]

Doing well katalynn if not a little bored this night. How are you?

 

[DarkSmith]

"Good enough, Ms. Kat. I am going to enjoy the lanai and the sunset, if no one minds."

Walking out , the Miller spied him, and beckoned him over. The two men conversed, and after a time shook hands.

Coming back in, the Smith hummed. He walked behind the bar, retrieved a glass, and the bottle of Green Spot. He placed a Franklin on the till.

"Night, everyone! See you tomorrow."

And walked happily up the stair and down the hallway to his room.

DS

 

[cgraven]

Kat I will hold you to that promise. A soft kiss.

Asa, Dark, and you sweet Kat I fear my bed is calling. until tomorrow.

 

[Asa]

Good night to you both.