Page 20 of Yours, Now and Always

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Tim

Pre-Dessert Palate Cleanser: A single raspberry served on a silk-wrapped ceramic with a handwritten note that says“You are loved.”

Tim

Dessert: Layers of emotion. At least one must contain chocolate, one must contain longing, and one must remind you why you said yes.

Marin

I would like to second this vibe and also add that the welcome cocktail should be called Eternally Yours.

Marin

It’s lavender gin, elderflower, and a dangerously high concentration of forever feelings.

Colin

Are you two high right now or just running on vibes and Pinterest fumes?

Tim

BOTH.

Tim

It’s called passion, Colin.

Amelia

I want bread. Just . . . really good bread.

Tim

Amazing. We’ll have a sourdough starter named after your emotional rebirth and laced with affirmations.

Tim

Maybe we’ll let it sit on the table with a little place card that says“Not hard to love. Just needs warm hands.”

Marin

And the butter will be whipped with rose, honey, and commitment.

Marin

It should taste like yes, every time.

Colin

You people are not well.

Gage

We’re not doing a raspberry on a ceramic tile. There will be an actual meal. Not this fever-dream menu you're concocting. Amelia likes steak. Add steak. She will eat. The rest of you can manifest whatever dinner you want.

Tim

And emotional sides! Like roasted root vegetables for grounding and brussel sprouts for generational healing.

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