#amadouers

[mcktub]

✉️ 𝐒𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐓𝐎 : gigi / @amadoures

basti: you going to the mardi gras party? basti: and don't leave me on read this time basti: or i'll show up at your door

[loversfms]

LOCATION: lottie's front door STATUS: closed / charlotte james & emma cicciaro @delightfms @amadouers

theo's not entirely sure how she managed to get emma over so early ( it was most definitely after four in the afternoon and not at all early ) but after such an event where emma disappeared for what felt like eternity, the bathtub debrief felt like a necessity. luckily, find my friends had charlotte exactly where theo was hoping she'd be. "KNOCK KNOCK !!" theo says as she taps her knuckles against the door. "i brought coffee ! and emma !"

[astralfms]

@amadouers // sunset villas

julian   has   a   pastime   that   he's   never   shared   with   anybody.   sometimes,   when   he's   got   nothing   better   to   do,   he'll   get   on   the   elevator   and   press   every   button,   riding   it   the   entire   way   up   and   all   the   way   back   down   (   sometimes   he'll   even   go   a   second   time,   if   he's   bored   enough   ).   today   seems   to   be   one   of   those   days,   waiting   as   the   doors   are   about   to   close,   only   for   it   to   be   opened   again.   smile   is   sheepish   as   the   girl   steps   on,   offering   a   halfhearted   wave   before   she   can   see   that   every   floor   is   lit   up.   hopes   that   she   only   needs   to   go   to   the   next   level   up.   “i   wanna   lie   and   say   that   some   kid   ran   on   here   and   did   it,”   he   begins,   hands   stuffed   into   his   pockets   as   the   doors   finally   close.   “but   it   was   me.   you   don't   need   to   be   anywhere,   right   ?   cause   we've   got   a   while   before   it   goes   back   down.”

[wallfloweresque]

who: @amadouers where: somewhere near the food vendors

Malachi patted his stomach, a chuckle bubbling up. "I'm pretty sure I've sampled everything this event has to offer," he said, glancing down at Gianna. He'd never met a sweet treat he didn't like and tonight had proven no differently. "Is there anything else left on your culinary map for tonight or have you gotten to everything you were hoping to?"

[saintsons]

— false confidence ╱ darius suwan and gianna yun

it's not like @amadouers to show up late. at least not for darius. he paces the front of the restaurant while considering the possibilities. it's a midway point for the both of them—halfway home to palmview (otherwise, he would have picked her up). the server refused to fulfill their reservation unless the entire party was there. even if was their usual party of two, it was something he was looking forward to all week. darius was quick to punch in his timestamp card and change into the spare change of clothes he packed. there's the intrusive thought that maybe he'd done something to piss her off in the four hours since they'd last spoken. but maybe she was met with some car trouble? with three minutes left on the timer and the line of people crowding the front, darius sidesteps into the parking lot and makes a call. “ hey are you okay? we can reschedule if you didn't feel like driving here. i can just come over after i pick something up for us. sound okay? ”

[saintsons]

@amadouers ╱ miles & mila

Am I...getting ahead of myself?

[dcydrecming]

closed               :               scarlett & gigi               ( @amadouers ) !

there are times like this late morning that scarlett contemplates why she pursues the ‘ nightlife lifestyle ’ — alcohol ridden floors , getting pestered by countless drunken idiots if she could play this song or that song when she's djing . being tired and desperately needing a sound sleep but running on pure adrenaline or a nap — and yet , she still lives and breathes for it . the blonde had been running errands , even partaking in a little retail therapy for a little pick me up . after turning the ignition off and gathering her things in the front seat , she spotted a familiar figure in the rearview mirror . gianna . there had been whispers scarlett had heard that the tennis star was in town , and the musician could've sworn she'd seen her around the apartment building a couple of times . the longer she stared in the mirror , the more certain she was that it was her former fling . the corner of scarlett's lips curved upward before she even stepped out of her car , and she was calling out to gianna without a second thought .  “  gi?  ” the tone of question was soft , more leaning to disbelief as she took a couple of steps towards the other .  “  holy shit , long time no see . i-i didn't know you were in town .  ”

[tidecorals]

❤️‍🩹 (mending heart) + 🧪 (test tube) for logan, ☀️ (sun) + 🌙 (crescent moon) for alejandro

how strongly do you experience your emotions? does it depend on who you’re interacting with and/or the context of the situation?

"honestly, i experience my emotions pretty intensely, but it’s like i’ve got this filter that decides when and where they come out. i know, it's funny. . . the idea of me having any kind of filter. but if i’m by myself or with people I really trust, like my closest friends, it’s easier to just feel things as they come. i can be super passionate, really happy, or even just angry without holding back. but when i’m around people i don’t know well or in situations where i feel like i need to keep it together, i tend to dial it back. it’s not that i’m being fake or anything— i just have this instinct to protect myself a little, you know? i feel what i feel in my own time, on my own terms.

context definitely matters, too. if something catches me off guard or hits close to home, i might react more strongly than i expected, even if i’m trying to stay cool. but if it’s a situation where i know i need to be level-headed, i can usually keep my emotions in check until i’m somewhere safe to let them out. sometimes it's not that easy. it’s a balancing act, for sure. i feel things deeply, but i’ve learned how to navigate when to show it and when to keep it tucked away. that said, when i do let those emotions out, it’s because i trust the people i’m with or the moment just calls for it. so yeah, it depends, but when i feel, i feel hard."

if you knew you were going to die tomorrow, what is one thing you absolutely have to resolve and/or do before then?

"there’s no way i’d go out without making sure the people i love know how much they mean to me. i’d want to resolve any lingering issues or misunderstandings, especially with my family. we don’t always see eye to eye, and there’s been some tension over the years— mostly because of my choices and how i’ve lived my life. but at the end of the day, they’re still my family, and i wouldn’t want to leave anything unsaid. i’d need to have those conversations, clear the air, and make sure they know that i love them, even if we’ve had our differences. i'd need to know how they really feel about me, and if they can accept me for who i am, and if not. . . at least i'd have closure.

i’d want to spend my last day doing the things that make me happiest. i’d gather my closest friends, have a bonfire at the beach, laugh until it hurts, and just soak in the moment. i guess i’d want to leave this world with no regrets— knowing that i made peace where it was needed, and that i spent my last hours truly living and knowing they meant something."

would you describe yourself as more of an introvert or extrovert, or are you somewhere in between? how come?

"i’d say i’m somewhere in between, leaning a bit more toward extrovert, but with a strong appreciation for my own space. i genuinely enjoy being around people— hosting dinners at pearl’s, attending events at the yacht club, or just engaging in good conversation with interesting company. there’s something invigorating about the energy of a lively room, the exchange of ideas, and the shared laughter that comes with it. it’s a big part of why i love what i do; connecting with others, sharing stories, and creating memorable experiences is what drives me. but at the same time, i value my privacy and the moments of solitude that come with it. running a business, especially one as demanding as a restaurant, requires a lot of social energy, and there are times when i need to step back, retreat to my own space, and recharge. i’m very particular about how i spend my time and who i spend it with— quality over quantity, always. so, while i thrive in social settings, i’m equally content with quiet moments, a good book, or simply enjoying the calm of my apartment in coral cove.

i suppose you could say i’m a bit of a paradox in that way— drawn to the vibrancy of social life but grounded by the need for introspection and solitude. it’s all about balance, and i think i’ve found mine somewhere between the two."

what would you say is your current biggest dream and/or career aspiration and why?

"my biggest dream right now is to expand pearl’s beyond just a beloved spot in palmview. i want to take what we’ve built here— the ambiance, the quality, the sense of community— and replicate it in other places, maybe even internationally. imagine pearl’s by the sea in the south of France, or where it all started for me. it’s not just about the business growth; it’s about sharing the experience and culture of pearl’s with a wider audience, creating new memories and connections in different parts of the world. but more than just the expansion, i aspire to mentor and bring up the next generation of chefs. i’ve always been one to take risks on new talent, and i’d love to create a platform where these up-and-coming chefs can showcase their creativity and passion. seeing others succeed and knowing i had a hand in their journey— that’s incredibly fulfilling for me.

and, of course, on a more personal note, my dream is to eventually balance this ambition with the kind of family life i’ve always wanted. there’s something deeply meaningful about creating a legacy, not just through my work, but with a family of my own. it’s not something that’s fully in my grasp yet, but i believe that with time, both these dreams can coexist. that’s the ultimate aspiration for me."

[mcktub]

   new   year's   party   at   kendrick's   apartment   with   mila. @amadouers

    finding   mila   in   the   room   had   become   an   easy   task   the   past   few   months   and   making   his   way   towards   her   once   doing   so   turned   into   a   habit.   the   small   bucket   he   held   in   his   hand   playing   a   supporting   actor   role.   “   your   turn,   pretty   girl,   let's   see   what   the   box   holds   for   you.   ”   the   rules   were   simple:   whatever   the   paper   he   pulled   out   said   had   to   be   done   at   the   party   before   midnight.   “   hm,   says   here   you   need   to   midnight   kiss   someone   whose   first   name   starts   with   k.   what   a   coincidence.   ”   it   wasn't   and   that's   not   what   the   paper   said   either.   he   had   not   even   read   it. 

[saintsons]

@amadouers ╱ parker & emma

i didn't want to be on my own.

[dreamerfms]

" emma cicciaro ! " the familiar name is whisper-yelled, sound of six inch heels clicking against the ground elevating the more she picks up her pace, " you wait right there. " it's been too long since they last saw one another, and there is no way she's letting the opportunity pass her by. often wishes she was the type of person who could hold her tongue, but the moment she reaches the other her frustrations come tumbling out. " you've been avoiding me and i want to know why. and please don't insult me by making me feel crazy, okay ? i'm good to my gut —— it never lies to me. " closed ft. @amadouers

[loversfms]

LOCATION:  line  dancing  @  tipsy  shores  dance  hall STATUS:  closed  /  mila  bukowski @amadouers

maeve  groans  loudly  as  mila  pulls  her  by  the  hand,  if  for  no  other  reason  than  to  be  heard  over  the  music.  “YOU'RE  JOKIN',  right  ?  i  must  be  having  a  nightmare,  because  there's  no  way  you  brought  me  to  a  country  bar.”  one  of  the  last  places  she'd  ever  be  caught  dead  at,  which  only  amplifies  how  mad  she  is  that  she  actually  seems  to  fit  right  in  in  her  overalls.

[astralfms]

@amadouers  //  gingerbread  house  contest  !

teeth  dig  into  her  lower  lip,  concentration  entirely  on  the  sticky  frosting  pouring  onto  the  siding  of  her  gingerbread  roof.  competition  was  practically  part  of  her  genetics,  unable  to  put  the  fact  that  gianna  is  her  best  friend  ahead  of  her  need  to  win.  “might  wanna  save  some  of  those  marshmallows  to  wipe  your  tears  with,  gi,”  smirk  rests  on  her  features,  looking  up  for  half  a  second  before  going  straight  back  to  lining  her  roof  just  right.  “i'm  about  to  make  the  most  beautiful  gingerbread  house  palmview  has  EVER  seen.”

[saintsons]

— fall festivities ╱ darius suwan and gianna yun

more often than not, the 'friends' in friends with benefits is overlooked. darius almost does when he considers telling gianna that he would be out of town for work. it was sweet, really, that she thought to ask him of all people to come around for the festivities. and sure, they've had their outings to get food or even groceries (especially when gianna did not feel like driving), but it was never a get-together at an event. when darius does show up, he's in a full homemade suit of one of his favorite comic heroes. he wonders if it would surprise her since there was some hesitance. truth be told, he found that he was excited to meet her. more so to put his creative eye to the test but... “ @amadouers, hey. i got lost, ” like he's speaking to a friend. his actions however, say otherwise. when he sees someone eyeing her outfit, he finds that he's quick to slip his arm around her waist to pull her just a little closer. close is never close enough so darius fully wraps both arms around her and holds her in a hug from behind. “ you look good. but you already knew that. ”

[dcydrecming]

closed               :               scarlett & emma               ( @amadouers ) !

there’s a particular vibe in the club that the blonde lives for . heat rising as a sea of bodies could be seen grinding and moving to the music and the smell of intoxication wafted through the vicinity . though nothing would compare to the beats scarlett produced and the atmosphere she could create . the way she brought the crowd to the floor and away from the shadows of the walls ( as she would like to say , anyway ) . nevertheless , a night away from her computer was a night well spent . as she pushed her way through stubborn patrons on the floor after spotting emma , scarlett took ahold of her of arm before speaking loudly over the music in her ear .  " don't tell me you were having fun without me , hot stuff .  "

[mcktub]

    he   did   not   want   to   fight   ,   it   wasn't   his   𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍   when   the   subject   was   brought   up   ,   and   he   remained   calm   by   telling   himself   it   wasn't   a   fight   .   neither   had   raised   their   voices   or   said   𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐄𝐍𝐒𝐈𝐕𝐄   words   ,   it   couldn't   possibly   be   classified   as   one   .   maybe   a   disagreement   .   sorting   out   a   misunderstanding   if   anything   .   no   matter   how   𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐎𝐘𝐄𝐃   he   came   to   be   about   it   ,   kendrick   hated   fighting   and   he   did   not   want   them   to   get   to   that   point   .   ‟   yeah   ,   it   would   have   .   maybe   we   should've   talked   about   this   earlier   .   ”   it   was   𝐁𝐎𝐓𝐇   of   their   mistakes   ,   not   actually   having   a   full   conversation   about   the   event   and   how   they   felt   about   it   when   it   was   first   announced   .   clearly   that   lack   of   communication   𝐒𝐍𝐎𝐖𝐁𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐃   and   dragged   them   down   with   it   .   ‟   i   fucked   up   on   that   one   ,   i'm   aware   .   didn't   think   me   wanting   to   keep   it   a   complete   surprise   would   end   with   you   going   on   a   date   with   someone   else   .   ”   he   sighed   ,   trying   his   best   not   to   sound   𝐁𝐈𝐓𝐓𝐄𝐑   and   escalate   the   situation   any   further   .   it   was   fine   ,   they   were   clearing   the   air   .   just   as   she   spoke   again   he   realised   they'd   reached   it   :   the   𝐑𝐎𝐎𝐓   of   their   minor   problem   .   the   smallest   russian   doll   under   the   many   other   peeled   -   up   layers   .   ‟   didn't   think   i   had   to   ,   i   assumed   you   already   were   .   𝐂𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐋𝐘   we   need   to   stop   making   assumptions   .   ”   it   would   save   them   from   having   a   lot   more   talks   like   this   in   the   future   ,   that   was   for   sure   .   ‟   no   ,   baby   ,   that's   not   what   i   had   planned   .   𝐓𝐇𝐀𝐓   i'm   gonna   do   right   now   :   will   you   be   my   girlfriend   ?   ”   not   as   romantic   as   doing   it   on   valentine's   day   as   a   big   planned   gesture   ,   but   there   was   no   reason   to   wait   for   the   right   moment   when   𝐖𝐀𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆   had   gotten   them   in   this   situation   .   ‟   do   you   want   to   know   what   i   do   have   planned   ?   ”

maybe  it  was  too  hasty  of  her  to  assume  that  he's  not  as  excited  to  spend  the  day  together,  but  that's  the  thing  with  mila.  she's  quick  to  jump  into  conclusions  about  something    –    kendrick  never  mentioned  anything  about  his  plans  initially,  and  him  asking  about  what  she  wanted  to  do  for  valentine's  day  got  her  thinking  that  maybe  he  hasn't  given  it  much  thought  until  she  brought  it  up,  in  addition  to  the  blind  date.  who  knows  he  would  opt  for  a  friendship  date  instead  of  a  romantic  one  for  the  event?  now  mila  feels  bad  for  lashing  out  on  him,  couldn't  help  but  let  her  gaze  linger  on  the  remaining  ice  cream  in  her  cup,  which  has  already  melted  by  the  time  she  realizes  kendrick's  done  talking.  she  slowly  raises  her  head  to  meet  his  gaze  again  after  a  while,  a  sense  of  guilt  washing  over  her.    “  okay,  this  is  a  lot  to  take  in.  ”    truthfully,  mila  doesn't  really  enjoy  being  the  wrong  one  in  this  situation.    “  i  thought  you'd  cancel  the  blind  date  when  i  asked  and  i  would've  done  it  too.  that  way  we  can  spend  the  whole  day  together  instead  of  being  on  dates  with  other  people.  ”    it  sounded  way  better  in  her  head  and  saying  it  loud  makes  her  realize  how  inconsiderate  that  would  be  for  noa,  when  she  in  fact  signed  up  to  support  her  to  begin  with.    “  i  guess  doing  that  would  just  make  me  a  bad  friend  so  maybe  not,  ”    she  mutters  more  so  to  herself,  followed  by  a  sigh.    “  you  didn't  even  tell  me  you  already  have  something  planned.  ”    even  if  it's  a  surprise,  it's  nice  to  get  a  heads  up  that  there  would  be  something,  although  mila  knows  she  was  partly  at  fault  for  switching  the  topic  too  soon.  if  only  she  wasn't  so  caught  up  with  the  blind  date  talk  (  &  getting  upset  for  making  her  own  assumptions  ),  they  wouldn't  have  this  misunderstanding  in  the  first  place.    “  and  i  don't  know,  if  you  weren't  sick  of  me  you  would've  asked  me  to  be  your  girlfriend  by  now  or  something.  ”    the  realization  hits  her  a  moment  too  late  and  when  it  does,  the  words  come  out  faster  than  she  could  even  stop  them.    “  you're  not  going  to  do  that  on  valentine’s,  right?  ”    that  would  be  the  perfect  timing  to  do  it,  but  now  that  she's  spoiled  it  for  herself  she's  not  so  sure  she  likes  the  idea  anymore.