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Of course I remember booty camp.  That was a bit of a hot mess.   Oh stop!  I was not. 

Hah Kurt, sweetie, remember when Mike said you only had one dance move?!?

I remember Blaine trying to teach us all to do boy band dance moves! Was that booty camp?

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We’ll have to hold workshop auditions. Let’s make them sing ridiculously hard songs and dance a Scottish jig! ;)

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I think the point is to make our friends want to help us out with the workshop though.  Maybe that would be better left for the actual auditions.   No need to institute a booty camp just for a workshop.  

Of course, I kid! Omg remember my senior year booty camp?!? That was the first time it was called to my attention just how much better at dancing you were than me.

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You and Tina should TOTALLY write a musical. I’ll promote it on my blog, we’ll get it to Broadway somehow! 

What are your creative interests (professional or hobby) outside of music? Did owning your store all of those years start an interesting in any other kind of business besides retail?

I have a ton of hobbies. I haven't focused on some of them in a long time, others I grew out of. But as a senior in high school I was involved in so many clubs and activities. I'm still a big comic book fan and love the multiverse and superhero's. I used to read star wars fanfiction to one of my college roommates.

The marvel universe of movies are some of my favorites. In high school I used to collect bowties; I don't wear them quite as frequently but I still have most of my collection. Kurt and I would sometimes comb through vintage shops looking for ones that would complement my collection, and through his connections at vogue sometimes I'd get newer, designer ones as well.

I've been told that perhaps I don't have a mind for business. Which, is probably true. My brother, ironically, is more business inclined than I am. Owning the store did stir a bit of an interest in music education for children though. However, I'm rediscovering my love of performing as well; something I had pushed aside for many reasons over the last handful of years.

One suggestion has been to perhaps pen a musical myself. Or team up with someone and write the music for a musical while they write the story. Kurt is turning to writing; maybe we were meant to be a different partnership. Tina is going back to school to write; maybe she, Sam and I could all team up. We're a force. An idea of a story has already been floated even. What I do know, is that I will be performing more- even if it's on the streets or in coffee houses. Maybe it's time to dust off some of those original compositions from back in the day.

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How are things with your new guy? How’s Blaine taking it?

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Is it true? Are you leaving Broadway? Why? What’s next for Kurt Hummel?

That's true, I'm hanging up my dancing shoes for the time being and dedicating myself to writing full-time. I will always love the theatre, but either there aren't enough parts for someone like me or I just am not showing up with my best self at auditions. Broadway has so much family for me but my career itself has been losing momentum. The weird thing, I realized, is that I didn't mind that much. I have been much more interested in fashion and my blog lately and I took that as a sign. We're converting my blog into a book, and I'll continue to celebrate and judge the world through it for as long people want to read it. I also am going to try my hand at fiction, I ran across my diaries from high school and am going to write something based on how my school glee club and my dreams to be on Broadway helped me come out. I know, does the world need yet another coming out story? I say yes. None of them are exactly alike and there are still so many young people feeling trapped in the closet who continue to look for something or someone to relate to.

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Klaine || NYE

Blaine: Thank you Kurt. Really.

Blaine: Hahahaha. I can't believe you asked him already, or that he said that. 😳 We all have good taste apparently.

Blaine: I love this place though. I'm not sad I'm here alone, I'm just adjusting to it. And after all this time, it feels a little weird. Moving has been suggested, especially since I don't have to be so close to the store. But I love the neighborhood too. The only thing I can think of, and it's not really an option... did you know they're turning the upper floors of the Waldorf-Astoria into condos? Imagine saying you live at the Waldorf-Astoria? Frank Sinatra kept a suite there for like a decade.

Blaine: I do need to spread out a bit-- starfish on the bed. Take over space... It's just been busy closing the shop. But Cooper is finishing the liquidation. I am officially unemployed.

Blaine: I will, but I think it will be okay. Seeing you be happy is a good thing. My issues are me things, not necessarily related to you and Dave, so it's not fair to make it about you guys.

Blaine: Or he'll say something like "I don't need his approval to get drunk" and then stay sober for the night. You're /welcome/.

Blaine: They're not us. That is very obvious. But I think it works for them.

Blaine: I--- I honestly don't know. If he did I obviously was so unwilling to hear it that I don't remember it. We sure do know how to push each other's buttons and bring out the worst in each other. I'm okay about him.

Blaine: Oh God== those photos. 🙈 Withhold them? I think you are greatly overestimating if he'd even care about such a thing.

Blaine: He did and he knew it. I don't know if that was the reason why he did it, or if it was also because he knew I didn't hate it. Quite the opposite in fact. Well-- up until the museum.

Blaine: Sounds like a plan-- as long as I'm feeling better. Otherwise I'll record it and we'll do it when I'm not a snotty mess.

Kurt: OMG living at the Waldorf Astoria? Could you afford it? Even if it's a stretch I would totally go for it - you have some inheritance money left, yes? It would be a great investment. GRACE KELLY LIVED THERE!

Kurt: But I know what you mean about the neighborhood. We loved it there. The Waldorf Astoria is like at least a 20 minute subway ride away. But only like a five minute cab ride.

Kurt: Congratulations on closing the store. Maybe it doesn't feel like congratulations are in order, but I more than anyone watched how it became a bigger and bigger obligation, and left you so little time to perform.

Kurt: Sorry I wasn't the most supportive boyfriend about you performing. For so long I was sure that performing was my destiny, and I was so insecure about it. It was such a big effort for me, and you make it look so easy, which made me feel worse about it.

Kurt: More importantly, I'm sorry that I never talked to you about it more.

Kurt: Speaking of being unemployed, I've decided to give Isabelle and Wicked my notice next week. So I can focus on my blog and books. I can't believe I'm doing this.

Kurt: Hah, Dave said there's no way Seb will stay sober tonight. Unless you tell him to :)

Kurt: Sebastian is the thirstiest guy to come out of Ohio by a long shot - of could he'd want to see the shirtless Blaine at the beach photos! I'll give him a peek at one, but then reveal only when he gives me something I want ;) Like the olive Longchamps trousers for spring!

Kurt: You didn't mind that I hated him? We really should have let our first break up stick :D Looking back now, I can see why you were enchanted by him. He still has that badboy quality now, even if he's less of a douche. Dave says he's actually lovely sometimes! Apparently very cute with dogs and his little brother and niece.

Kurt: Yes, if you have the energy I'll come over. Or I'll come over even if you're sleeping and pick up the house, take care of Treble. Whatever you want.

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Klaine || NYE

Blaine: I think it's okay. It's good that not all things are changing. But make sure Dave's okay with it too.

Blaine: Yeah, we're allowed to say that. I still sleep on my side of the bed. The bathroom shelves and drawers and closet space that had your stuff are all still empty. It's weird.

Blaine: That feels like Sebastian. I think that is probably the worst part of his break up with Hunter-- the idea that people might feel sorry for him. Break ups are hard. And he's watching his ex move on. With another ex. I think he's kind of validated if he wants to get black out drunk and forget it all.

Blaine: Oh God, I just realized how similar that is to us and you and Dave. Just to clear it up-- I'm okay.

Blaine: We're talking. Good terms might be pushing it at this point. Especially when you add in alcohol. Remember the museum? Do we really need a repeat of that?

Blaine: We did carol at his house. And he and I did find a moment to talk. Then again he's always liked my voice. Maybe I'm like a siren to him. Except without the death. Although maybe that's why he called me Killer. :P

Blaine: And I also got one of my dreaded holiday colds. I just texted Sam and Tina a list of supplies. I seem to be out of everything- and nothing will be open tomorrow.

Blaine: But I'd love to hear all about it! Especially all the embarrassing things.

Kurt: Oh no! So sorry you are sick. Let me know if you want me to drop by with anything, if you think of anything else you need.

Kurt: I just asked him, and Dave says I can call you "sweetie" as long as he can, too. This is kind of hilarious that we both have dated you. We both have good taste!

Kurt: Ugh, I'm sorry you're having to be the one still living in the place where we were together. I remember when you left Bushwick when we broke up I went through that same thing. Maybe sleep in the guest room for awhile? Redecorate? New Year's is a great time for that. And god definitely spread into my old closet space! It's a Manhattan apartment, space is like gold, enjoy it, live a little!

Kurt: I know you're okay, but if you ever need a break from more during all this, just let me know. Dave and I can circle out of friend things for awhile, too. But I'm glad we can talk about all of this. [deleted] I do still love you.

Kurt: I'll tell Sebastian you approve of his getting wasted. I'm sure that will spur him on, god help us all :)

Kurt: Yeah, that's funny that Hunter and Sebastian are dealing with the same kind of break up in a totally different way. We just kind of let our news seep through our friend group, they are blowing the doors off Manhattan with theirs. Theirs seems much riskier, I'm glad we did what we did.

Kurt: Oh god the museum incident - let's not talk about it because I hated Sebastian so much again after it. Did he ever apologize to you for all that? Ok after you tell, we won't not talk about it again. I just want to make sure you are okay about him.

Kurt: A siren. I like that. Makes me think of those beach pics you took for your headshots way back when: https://64.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lzk40em6s11r1qbhy.gif If Sebastian is ever being unreasonable I'll threaten to withhold them :D

Kurt: Ugh I hated it when he called you Killer. He was such a high school button pusher! He knew exactly how to make me feel the most insecure.

Kurt: Ok! How about I bring you lunch on New Year's Day and I'll tell you all about the party. We can watch the Rose Parade like we used to.

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Klaine || NYE

Blaine: Hey- happy new year.

Blaine: I hope you and Dave have plans for tonight.

Kurt: Happy New Year, Sweetie

Kurt: Is it okay that I still call you that? Or what other nickname would be okay?

Kurt: Breaking up is weird. I miss you. Am I allowed to say that yet?

Kurt: Dave and I are going to Sebastian's party tonight. We're supporting him, I guess. Dave calls it his "I've been dumped but don't you fucking dare feel sorry for me" party. He anticipates it to be a hard drinking night. Should provide good material for my writing!

Kurt: Oh wait, you and Sebastian are on good terms again, no? So you probably know about all this. Tina said you carolled at his house before Christmas and you talked to him? Please come and hang out with me while Dave and Sebastian out-drink me?

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📲 KLAINE (Dec 24)

BLAINE: Do I want to date Sebastian?

BLAINE: Yes, but ... I don't know.

BLAINE: I don't necessarily mean exactly like that. We're different, I hope. Time has passed. We've changed. But just the idea of us needing to be friends first. Not superficial, friendly, friends. But something more real. It felt real back then, even if he seemed different with me than he was around most people.

BLAINE: I know in theory, you can always start over, but how does the past not play some part in that?

BLAINE: I think in some ways, I've already forgiven him. I've forgiven him in the past, maybe it makes it easier to forgive him now. I don't know that I understand it though. I guess, I understand that to him-- it was /just/ business. But what else is /just/ business to him, you know?

BLAINE: It's probably a moot point anyway. No matter what I want, there is nothing to say that Sebastian is interested. And if he was... it's been suggested that maybe after all this time, I need to be alone and find myself first before jumping into anything new.

KURT: What's holding you back?

KURT: You talk about him like you're in a dream state, you know that?

KURT: Yes, but to me, starting over means not letting the past drive things so much. With some friends you pick up where you left off, with others, you start over.

KURT: Find out.

KURT: Again, find out. Don't give up before you've even asked if he's interested. I think you have to be that direct, whenever you're ready. Because he's still such a big flirt. He flirts with me!

KURT: I agree that time alone would be good for you. Maybe I should take my own advice, but...you and I have always gone about our dysfunction differently. You got too comfortable, I was too uncomfortable. At times you were overinvested, while I was too scared to commit more to you emotionally. Dave is making me really show him that I'm all in. So I guess it makes sense that stretching myself to commit more is making me grow, while while you're getting input that two of us that time alone would be good for you. At least for a little while. Sebastian Smythe can wait.

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How are things with Dave?

It's like the love you see in the movies. I suppose it’s infatuation and will wear off eventually, but hopefully not completely. He's the kindest, most loving man I've ever been with and he's making me a better person. We're having so much fun but we can also talk through anything - misunderstandings, conflicts, anger, sadness, fear. We're so in sync when it comes to what we think is appropriate, what we think is right and wrong, even politically. He's so romantic, incredibly thoughtful, and he knows how to make me laugh! I couldn't be happier. Now, any questions about my blog?

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📲 KLAINE (Dec 24)

KURT: Yes, high school was so long ago and Sebastian and I are weirdly getting along when we go out with Dave. I'm just teasing him on his social media. See? It's weird that I'm teasing him! And he doesn't mind! He teases back! This makes Dave happy :)

KURT: What road? Are you going to ask him out?

BLAINE: High school was a long time ago. Maybe that's the point. I'm glad you guys are able to do that for Dave. He deserves that.

BLAINE: What? No. Do you think I should? Why do you think I should?

BLAINE: I think if that was going to be something that happened, we'd have to try and reestablish the friendship we tried to have all those years ago. And build on it. Assuming he was even interested. But, like you said, that was so long ago. And after what happened this fall... I guess, do you think I'd ever be able to not associate him with the closing of the store?

BLAINE: Or is our history just too complicated for anything, friendship or otherwise, ever?

KURT: I don't know if you should...maybe? He seems like a decent guy, just not sure he deserves you. But that's the point of dating - to figure that out. Do you want to?

KURT: I don't know that you have to go back to your old friendship - you could if you wanted to, but do you even remember all that? You could also just start over.

KURT: I don't think you'll ever disconnect him from the closing of the store - you both made it so vivid. But I think you forgive - you're a very forgiving person when you want to be. You could forgive even if you can't forget? Do you think you can understand his side of things, even if that is not the kind of work you can imagine doing yourself?

KURT: I'll never forget that Dave bullied me in HS, but I look back on it now with a better understanding. I could see his pain back then, but I didn't know what to do with his feelings for me. Now I can see the pattern even more clearly and while it's sad to look back on it, I admire him for how he handled his journey.

KURT: When you can say you admire Sebastian, then you'll be getting somewhere. If you're interested in finding out what his deal is, ask him out. Maybe he feels pressure to crush everything he takes on, from his father or whatever. Find out if you can forgive.

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📲 KLAINE (Dec 24)

BLAINE: It's okay :) Questions are good.

BLAINE: I hope Burt and Carole get the lawn decoration working.

BLAINE: Really? Wow. That feels... European. I am pretty sure Christmas Eve is the bigger celebration in France-- midnight mass and all of that.

BLAINE: Dad is surprisingly stoic. I think he's glad to be here to say goodbye to the store. And Sam and I had already planned fun, frugal things for his family, so we added more Andersons. Yes, Mom does love Treble.

BLAINE: I am. It feels weird to be down to single digits of the store being open. Cooper has been good.

BLAINE: I know we've talked about it before, but I want to make sure before I start down this road that you're okay with it. What I mean is... that you're okay if I talk to you about something... Sebastian related.'

KURT: Yes, high school was so long ago and Sebastian and I are weirdly getting along when we go out with Dave. I'm just teasing him on his social media. See? It's weird that I'm teasing him! And he doesn't mind! He teases back! This makes Dave happy :)

KURT: What road? Are you going to ask him out?

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📲 KLAINE (Dec 24)

BLAINE: Wishing you a Merry Christmas. How's Lima?

BLAINE: Let me know when you've got a moment to text? Even if it's not until you're back in the city.

BLAINE: Wish Dave a Merry Christmas too.

KURT: Merry Christmas Eve

KURT: I've got a little time now. My dad is fixing a lawn decoration that won't light up anymore and Carole's helping him. I'm obviously useless

KURT: I will, I'm going over to his parent's later, they do their Christmas tonight.

KURT: How are things out there? Is your dad grumpy not to do an Ohio Christmas? Your mom must be in love with Treble.

KURT: Are you hanging in there with store? Is Cooper being helpful or annoying?

KURT: Sorry, so many questions - you were the one who wanted to chat.