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Wheeler Park with Grace Goodwin @grace-goodwin

One thing that was becoming quickly apparent in her daughter was her love of animals. Their walks in the park were no walk in the park, not when Inez stopped their stroll every few metres to point out another furry or feathered thing she'd spotted. Bea indulged her, of course she did, oh-ing and aw-ing at all the right moments, explaining what she could when it was relevant. Inez had so much wonder for the world it was contagious, every time she felt her old cynicism creeping back in she only had to look at her daughter for inspiration. But there were moments that the three year old's enthusiasm didn't fill her with joy but with worry instead and as Inez took off running towards a dog, she had no choice but to follow and hope it didn't end too badly. Sigh of relief was quick to fall from her lips the minute she saw the owner approaching, familiarity clear when they'd found themselves in this position before.

A warm smile was on her features as she greeted the blonde. "Oh hi, I'm so glad it's you -" The words were out before she had any chance to truly consider them, quickly shaking her head slightly at the selfishness of them. "- wait, no. I'm so sorry. We have talked about not running off and how she can't pet every dog she sees but I think this lil guy is irresistible." Eyes drifted to her daughter who was engaged in a very serious petting session with the dog and realising that Inez was deeply attached. She loved all animals but her love for this one seemed extra deep. "This might just be your life now, I think Inez and Peanut are bonded forever." Too late she realised her joke seemed to give the other no choice but to accept what was happening. Before any offense could be taken she was rambling again, quickly trying to provide other options if she decided that she wanted to avoid their little run-ins. "I'm joking, promise. If you want I can start texting you when we'll be here and we can avoid this if you're in a rush or something."

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Flour Power Bakery with Ethan Sutter @ethansutter

There'd been a time in her life that routines had felt jarring. Too unfamiliar in a household where she could never predict what would happen from one day to the next. But from the moment the twins had been born she'd tried to craft some semblance of normality, a steadiness she'd never had. And now that she had Inez, the habit had continued. There was no denying that the certainty of it all brought her comfort, reassurance that she did have her grasp firmly on life.

She went to the same places on the same day and it suited her perfect, her daughter looked forward to specific things on guaranteed days of the week and today it was her favourite baked goods. Her trips to Flour Power were usually smooth, the staff now knowing her order for the most part. Except a couple further ahead in line had no intention of keeping it uneventful. Their argument echoed within the baker and she could do nothing but watch them. Eyes were glued to them as the woman angrily shoved her freshly purchased pastry into the man's face. At that point Bea's mouth fell open as she watched them both storm out, a hush having fallen over the whole store.

Lips were pressed together in an attempt not to laugh. People fighting shouldn't have been so amusing but they'd been so much larger than life with it that it'd felt like something out of a movie. As she glanced around her eyes locked with an almost familiar face, feeling like she'd seen him around before she took a gamble on a quietly spoken pun. "Thank god that's all loafer." Brow arched as she posed her next question, voice filled with faux seriousness despite the deeply unserious words that came from her next. "Do you think their relationship is toast or just crumbling?" As she worked to keep her poker face her eyes betrayed her, crinkling slightly as she tried to make light of the situation.

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Time alone wasn't exactly something Beatriz found herself coveting, not when her childhood had been lonely enough to last her a lifetime. But for all she loved being surrounded by her roommates and the buzz that was in their home, there were times when she just needed an hour or so to power through work. With the office particularly chatty she'd instead opted for the café nearby, knowing she'd be free from the temptation of getting sucked into her co-workers conversations.

But just as she was about to take a seat a voice caught her attention, causing her to pause with her arm hovering outstretched. "Oh?" Eyes widened slightly in horror, it dawning on her that that was maybe why it was one of the few seats going, pulling her hand away quickly. "Oh. Oh my god, thank you, I've had enough pee on me to last a lifetime already so you're a lifesaver. Did you just wake up this morning and decide you were gonna be someone's hero or is this just an 'all in a days work' kinda thing for you?"

The easy grin that had settled onto her features brightened at the offer, a stroke of luck that she was happy to seize. "That's so kind, thank you." As she manoeuvred herself into the seat she couldn't help but ask after the child that had created the situation. "Was the kid okay?" After plugging in her laptop and organising her space she realised she could repay the kindness she'd been shown in her own way. "Would you like a muffin? I changed my mind halfway through ordering and I didn't have the heart to ask them to change it so I just got them both. The lemon one is really calling my name but if you'd like it over the chocolate chip I'd be willing to part with it. Y'know, since you saved me and all."

@ public espresso

open to anyone

It had taken all of three days for Diana to feel stir crazy in her childhood home, her mother hovering over her distracting her from the work she was supposed to be doing maintaining her client's website. So, desperate for a change of scenery and rationalizing that the break of policy was worth the potential loss of productivity, Diana had taken up a table at Public Espresso, buying several cups of coffee and settling into her work.

However, the arrival of another person in her immediate space shook her out of concentration that she'd built up over the past two hours, and she watched them for a moment before deciding to speak up. After all, she figured, she'd want someone else to do the same, wouldn't she?

"I wouldn't sit there if I were you," she warned, nodding over at a particularly comfortable looking chair. A kid peed his pants earlier and then immediately sat there. I mean," she paused, lifting a hand to show her indifference. "It's up to you, but ... maybe a table's better. There's an outlet next to my table, if you need to share?"

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Life had a funny way of bringing things back around when you'd least expect them. Only eighteen months ago she'd have turned heel at the sight of Greyson or dodge behind someone else to avoid him. But now she practically made a beeline for him the second she caught sight of him, arriving just in time for the question he posed. Head shook slightly as she peered around his arm to examine the pack. "Nuh uh, that packaging alone screams out of my price range." Frugalness had been a hard habit to lose and for the most part she didn't want to, saving whatever she could for Inez was more of a priority. Besides, it wasn't as though she didn't have plenty experience turning nothing into something.

"It is pretty though - do you think the taste is a match or -" She dropped her voice, head tilted towards him a little more so the stall's owner wouldn't overhear while they spoke to another customer. "- are they compensating for something?" Tone was light, clearly joking when the stall seemed busy enough to suggest its goods were well liked. "A picky prison, huh? Poor Leon, tell him to let me know if he needs a jailbreak." Bright grin was flashed Greyson's way, words teasing when she knew it was Leon and not his uncle who was the one with particular tastes.

Another stall caught her eyes, motioning over towards it. "Wasn't that the stall he liked the last time? Inez hasn't stopped talking about their candy and the sheep we saw at the petting farm. Her 'baas' are getting uncanny." She cast one last look over the pretty but presumably pricey produce before she took slow steps over to where she'd pointed out, expecting him to fall into step beside her as she continued chattering away. "But it could be worse, she could have decided that the llamas were her favourite." The brunette cringed slightly, imagining a world where her three year old wanted nothing more than to mimic an animal that was known for spitting.

WHO: Assume Generic Connections (or dm me)

WHERE: Ann Arbor Farmer's Market, Kerrytown

STATUS: Open

Greyson couldn't remember a period in his life where he'd ever spent so much time (and money) at a farmer's market. If he really wanted to split hairs, he might go as far as to say he'd never spent much time in any market, ever. Leon, though, loved them. He loved all of the curiosities and goods offered by the locals- many of which he knew by being the seasoned ten year old market guru that he was. As his guardian, Grey was just thrilled to find something he could also participate in that didn't make Leon absolutely hate his guts.

Today, Leon couldn't be with him, but had made it a point to stress how imperative it was that Grey grab the Marupo Egg Tarts on his way home. A task not exactly unsuited to the man, but he'd had a hard time keeping a his debit card in check once he'd started to wander the booths at the market. This was made evident by the fact that he'd barely passed by two vendors before veering off to sate his curiosity.

"Have you tried this before?" His fingers smoothed over the front of the small, colorful package, before he snatched it from it's spot for inspection. "My home is a picky prison," he smirked softly, "I don't know what will happen to me if the vanilla is sourced wrong."

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Turn your face to the sun, let the shadows fall behind you

FULL NAME: Beatriz Reyes Bernal NICKNAME(S): Bea PREFERRED NAME(S): Bea BIRTH DATE: 16th March 1997 ZODIAC:  Pisces ☀, Gemini ☽ , Sagittarius ↑ AGE: 27 OCCUPATION: Admin at UMMA NEIGHBORDHOOD: Kerry Town

BIRTH PLACE: Bay City, MI HOMETOWN: Bay City, MI SOCIAL CLASS: lower class EDUCATION LEVEL: high school diploma FATHER: Sandro Reyes MOTHER: Yaime Bernal SIBLING(S): 2 BIRTH ORDER: Beatriz, Camilo (17) & Caridad (17) CHILDREN: one daughter, Inez (3) PET(S): she and her roommates all have a cat together

Biography:

tw for parental neglect & lung disease

Was born in Bay City to parents who were uninterested in raising her - her mother often absent and her father focused solely on providing material needs. Her mother’s presence was sporadic, creating a sense of impermanence in Bea's life.

When she was nine, her mother’s became pregnant and the house took on a bit more stability. Her mother's but her care and nurturing for the new twins remained minimal so it was Bea who assumed the caregiving role, determined to provide her siblings with the attention and emotional support she lacked.

Her mother was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis when Beatriz was sixteen, further increasing her caregiving responsibilities. Despite managing school, household duties, and caregiving, Bea hid how overwhelmed she was for the benefit of her siblings.

A year later and her aunt visited, Bea finally breaking down about the past year and her aunt quickly making arrangements for the family to move to Ann Arbor once Bea had graduated high school.

With her aunt now financing the care her mother needed and looking after the twins, Bea was finally free to focus on herself. She took a few stumbles but eventually chose to embrace life, making some friends and moving in with them.

When she was 20 she finally thought about school, applying to Stamps School of Art and Design, surprising herself when she got in. But she enjoyed college, taking a job at U-M Museum of Art.

Before she could focus to much on life after college she found out she was pregnant after a nameless one night stand. To her surprise she found herself almost excited to be a mother and so despite having her doubts, with the support of her roommates she went on to have her daughter, Inez.

She graduated a few months before Inez was born and in the three years since she's worked at UMMA and has had her friends to help her when needed. Her relationship with her parents is slowly improving, letting them spend time with their granddaughter.

Personality:

In general Bea seems the perfect optimist, always full of smiles and never short of a quip when needed. She decided a long time ago to see the good in the world and so being upbeat is now something of a coping mechanism for life. Adaptable, empathetic and intellectually curious she enjoys people and the world around her. Never slow to say yes to a new adventure and keen to explore all of what life has to offer she's generally outgoing and happy to talk to new people. She has a tendency to dodge or brush over topics she'd rather not dwell on, switching them out for something she'd prefer. Most people will only get warmth from her but she's not afraid to call out anyone she thinks is being unfair or an asshole.

Wanted Connections:

Roommates - there will be a proper official wc v soon but they're basically her family and she loves them all v much

Neighbours - anyone who lives in Kerry Town too, she'll have made a point to get to know them and have a good relationship

Fellow parents - in general she's nailing the whole parenthood thing (at least that's what she's told ) but doubts still creep in. Just others who understand what it can be like and them supporting each other.

Something casual - she doesn't really have time to date and doesn't really want to but having something without any pressure, just two people enjoying each other's company with no expectations of one another

That one ex - not long after moving to Ann Arbor she started dating someone and it was good but all a little too much for her at the time. She was still trying to adjust to life and they hit a little too close to home, with her calling it all off rashly after an argument about their future.

Artistically minded - Bea tries to go to as many of the art events and classes in town as possible when she can. So just someone that she keeps bumping into there. Or alternatively someone she keeps seeing around UMMA.

Coffee shop run ins - her days work best when she can keep Inez and her on a set routine and so she's usually in the same place at the same time. Casual run ins could spark more etc etc

Four legged friends - Inez is at an age where she is obsessed with animals and will always beg Bea to stop when they're out and about. As they generally stick to a routine there's likely some people Bea has had to ask on more than one occasion if Inez can pet their dog.

Honestly anything and everything!!

Her full bio can be found here and her pinterest here

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Turn your face to the sun, let the shadows fall behind you

Once a lady told me - nikki giovanni/the hours - michael cunningham/stone butch blues - leslie feinberg/ @inkskinned/ @podencos/unknown /@mazzartyarts/ @/priyasharmax, unknown site/@akindplace /the orange - wendy cope/towards the sun - rihanna

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