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Tomorrow.
Time passes here and doesn't pass at home. I don't quite comprehend it. Makes it hard to keep track of dates. It's several weeks later for me than for her-- not that it matters, for me, when it is-- and later for my brother. Though how much, I didn't want to ask... So I can't count the years, only mark the date. Even if I try to tell myself it doesn't matter-- it's not even October at home, for any of us-- an arbitrary day in a nonexistent year, it doesn't obey reason. A rare sentimental moment? No, not quite; it's more a matter of need and knowledge, nothing so nebulous and pathetic.
It just feels... hollower, than usual, this time of year. At first a reminder of what had been lost, later, a point of anticipation. Here? I'm not certain what to think, whether I'm satisfied, whether I can forgive. Whether I can not forgive. I'm not angry, I never was; I just hate being reminded, constantly, of the choice he made.
Every time I fake a smile at her, I remember her, strapped to a table, waiting. She'd have made a perfect work of art.
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It didn't occur to me until today, but yesterday makes six months here. Surprising, the kind of thing you can get used to. I guess I should be angry and complain about it, but really, it isn't that bad.

And hey, Deb, it's October-- have you thought about a Halloween costume yet?


|[ooc: lolBroody Cooper. October 3rd, 1973, Laura Moser's remains were found... and one Harry Morgan decided it'd be a spiffy idea to separate the boys, adopt Dex, and institutionalize big brother. Not Biney's favorite day evar. ^^;]|

Comments

[police-pinup.livejournal.com]

Haven't really thought about it, yet.

Why? You got any brilliant ideas?

[cold_dry_pieces]

Dunno. Are you more the pretty princess sort, or the horrible mutant ghoul kinda girl?

[police-pinup.livejournal.com]

Well if those are my choices, I'd have to go ghoul.

The whole "Princess" deal isn't exactly my thing.

[cold_dry_pieces]

Really? No pink dresses and uncomfortable shoes?

There are plenty of shades in between, I'll keep it in mind. We've got a few weeks, right?

[police-pinup.livejournal.com]

Definitely a pass on the pink, and I get to wear uncomfortable shoes plenty, thanks.

We do have a few weeks... though, uh, any ideas what you're gonna be?

[cold_dry_pieces]

Hadn't thought about it.

Maybe we should dress to match.

[police-pinup.livejournal.com]

That'd be fun. A costume's always better with a good accessory, right?

Besides, it'll make it easier for me to figure it out.

[cold_dry_pieces]

Sure thing.

I'll let you know if I have any bright ideas.

[just-rosey.livejournal.com]

It's good you taking your stay here so well, deary.

[cold_dry_pieces]

Well, the curses are a pain, but I've got good company. So I think things balance out.

How have you been, Ms. Hawkins? I've been awful about keeping in touch.

[just-rosey.livejournal.com]

That is very good to hear. No trouble at.

Well ,deary. Rather well. There are several young people here who have been kind enough to have tea with me. I am grateful for the company.

[cold_dry_pieces]

I'm glad to hear it. We'll have to meet again for tea, one of these days; I always enjoy your company.

[holymadonna.livejournal.com]

You must be careful about wearing a costume, Doctor Cooper. Last year, there was a curse that fashioned people in the chosen disguise.

[cold_dry_pieces]

Huh, really? How long did it last?

Figures this place would try to ruin everyone's fun. I've always liked Halloween.

[holymadonna.livejournal.com]

The torture curse only a day, but the witch hunt almost a week. It was very draining.