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Vincent smiled and shake his head. "Is that so? All I know that is you have this cool, chill and also maybe a tiny mysterious vibe too. All seem perfect for being a spy," he chuckled shaking his head. "You are also proving my point too but, maybe it's because I have been watching spy movies lately since my youngest is currently into spies," he sighed softly.

"I might not say no to that and might even bring some friends along. I might know someone who is looking for a project," he spoke raising a brow with a grin on his face. "It takes time." @jasonxamato

"A spy?" He chuckled with a shake of his head, "That's one I haven't heard before." Jason teased, "I've been told I'm low-key," he said, using a word he picked up from his younger colleagues, "I blend into the background. So if you need help learning to do that," he joked, laughter bubbling over his lips. "That's pretty awesome," Jason admitted, raising his brow as Vincent spoke. "I'm going to have to have you come and interior design my place." He joked with him, "I'm still working on making it have the whole lived in feeling." @vincentxcastro

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Vincent smiled softly as he listened to his friend. He totally understood in a way. In other to feed so many mouths especially growing kids one needed to shop a lot and so a good deal was a must in other to save money. His husband came from a large family, many siblings and so he learned a few tips and tricks when it came to shopping and saving.

"I know signing up for stores email newsletter is a huge help. They sometimes send out information on deals and discount," he replied with a smile on his face. "That's also very smart. My mother-in-law raised a large family so they often buy one large staple that be used in so many things. I know rice and pasta are perfect for example. So many different things you can make with those." @tomasxcooper

Tomàs loved his job and owning the day care. That could be enough for him, really. to care for young kids and to see them learn and grow. But he loved being a foster parent; that was the best thing for him. He thankfully did get a lot of kids back home or into a new home, and that made him happy. It wasn't always easy; they did have cases that went bad, kids that couldn't be turned around, but a lot of the time it went well, thankfully.

"Right, I try to keep an eye on the ads so I can get good deals." When the house wasn't busy, it wasn't as hard when it was just him and his husband. But other times, kids came in and they needed all types of foods and supplies. "Always depends on who we have in the house," he chuckled @vincentxcastro.

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Vincent smiled softly at her. The male knew how important is it to take a moment to breath. It one of the things he always mention to his client and often offers ways and advice of how to revitalize and restore mental clarity and focus. He chuckled at her words, "I do, it's something I go over with my client often and do have some tips and advice," he replied. "Coffee and moments like this are one of my ways of refreshing, recharging. I know many students are happy the school year is over." @coralie--olsen

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"I needed this," Coralie said, sipping on her coffee. She was finally able to relax—no school, no homework, and plenty of time to do the things she'd missed during the term. Getting coffee was so simple, but she hadn't had much of a chance to go out and get any during school. "I'm so glad to be done. I think my brain needs like, a cleaning." She laughed, leaning forward and resting her elbows on the table. "Do you do that in your office? A brain refresh? If not, I think you should look into that."

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"It was who could eat the most Olives," Vincent replied and could not help but laugh. That was one funny memory, seriously he never guessed that a olive eating contest at a bar would lead to him finding the love of his life, being married with three amazing kids. "What adds and makes it even more funny is that, I hate olives," he sighed shaking his head.

"Okay let me go get an extra spoon," he spoke getting up to get a extra spoon and coming back. "I wonder how much money they lose from all of this." @aliyebalik

"No kidding? What was the contest?" she asked, brightening up at the story. She loved hearing people talk about their past, especially with fond memories like this for Vincent. There was a lot to learn about people from the stories they chose to tell, something Aliye had always found fascinating. "Absolutely, though, yes. Please. I've thrown in the towel on finishing this on my own, so come eat as much as you want." For someone that hated taking a loss in anything, the acknowledgement of defeat stung just a bit.

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"Now I am determine to get you to watch kid movies the older ones from my childhood," he replied teasing his friend. Vincent knew that not everyone was a movie buff or were into movies like that. Vincent was the same way, his husband on the other hand was the opposite who loved movies and all kind. It was one of the many things they and their son shared. He always did enjoy when his husband will get him to seat down and watch movies. "That's good, everyone has their definition of fun as long as you are having fun and you enjoy it then it's good enough.".

"Am thinking of redoing my study and backyard," he answered. "Plus the husband and I are planning tons of camping and maybe traveling with the kids too this summer." @donnymorgan

He just does anything to go back to where he used to be. He felt at home, so happy when he was one. "I don't think kid movies were on the list of movies on the basis," he chuckled. He saw a couple of other movies. But really, he wasn't the type who went when a movie was playing; he was working or resting, and that was about it. "There is just too much to catch up on for missing like twenty years of stuff," he shook his head. "But I have been trying to catch up to what's going on now," he smiled with a nod. "Yeah, I mean..I don't do anything that exciting, but I do have fun," he smiled.

Oh, what sort of project?" he asked, wondering what his friend was going to be up to. "I should do something this summer, but I don't know." he didn't tend to like to go places anymore. @vincentxcastro

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Vincent could not help himself and a small chuckle escaped his lips. He really enjoyed Jason's company and the other's friendship as well. Jason was a chill guy with a vibe that matches Vincent. "I have no doubt that you will be teaching me a few things. Why do I feel you have some super hidden talent like a spy or something," he added teasing the other. "Honestly, it was when I first got my place after college, I had this small apartment that looked terrible when I first moved in. I did a lot research and I had helped from my friends some who were fashion and design majors." @jasonxamato

"Good, because I wasn't saying that to be polite." Jason grinned at the other. "I'd love to learn a few things and I'm sure we can find some skills that I can teach you." He kept his gaze on the man, "At least, it'll hopefully be a useful skill." Jason chuckled softly, "How'd you know you had an eye for interior design?" He inquired, raising a curious brow. @vincentxcastro

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Vincent smiled and chuckled softly, "It's funny, my husband and I met over a dare and we got into some stupid food eating contest at a bar and for some reason I did not want him to win so I accepted the dare," he smiled shaking his head as he thought back to that time they met. It was one of their favorite memory, that night showed Vincent that he did have a competitive side. "Well, I feel bad watching you eat alone and so, if you want, I can at least help?" @aliyebalik

Aliye waved a hand vaguely in the air as an agreement, understanding Vincent's husband all too well. A dare was a dare and no matter how stupid it was, she was the person that would always say yes. "My mother always likes to say I got the stupid gene every time I tell her about the stuff like this that I get myself into," she chuckled. Her eyes closed tightly as she took another bite, soldiering on despite the growing pain in her stomach. "Honestly, I don't know how anyone has ever actually finished this. At least, any normal people at any rate. Would not say I recommend ever trying."

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Vincent nodded his head as Tomas spoke, he could tell could tell that Tomas was really passionate about what they did. He could also see that they cared so very much and he admired that. Vincent always admired people who were passionate about something. His job was his passion and he loved helping people, helping them grow and get better and through whatever they were dealing with.

"You should, they do have a special and deals going on today. It is one of the reasons we are grocery shopping today, normally we would have done this next week," he replied with a smile on his face. "Ah, our house is always stock with snacks. My oldest was the same, we were going to the store weekly when he was younger." @tomasxcooper

Tomàs smiled at Vincent. "Kids are my world and my job, so they keep me busy all day long, every day," he chuckled lightly. He didn't mind that; he signed up for it years ago and wouldn't change it for the world. "I should get some of that too, now that you reminded me," he laughed lightly. "I have this teen who is fostered in, and he eats a lot, and all my girls are in town too, so he felt like he needed a lot of food in the home right now. "But also I got to go see what else calls to me for snacks too" he smiled. @vincentxcastro

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"I totally get that and understand that for sure," he replied. He had a few friends who were in the military who had spoken about how much they missed out on things and some finding it hard to catch up when they got out. "There is no rush at all to catch up and it's also even okay if you are not into movies into," he added nodding his head. Vincent was the way with TV shows, there were a lot of shows he wanted to catch up on and he had a very long list. "At least you are finding time to have fun too right?" he looked at Donny raising a brow for a moment.

"Am good. Thinking of starting a summer project and also planning summer activities since school is going to out soon." @donnymorgan

Donny chuckled, "Yeah, no kids here and being away in the Marines... I missed out on a lot of movies." The movies they showed when he was away were never kids' movies, so he didn't see any of them, really. "I should get into catching up on movies," even though he had been back for a few years now, he still had not seen a lot of movies and TV shows he had missed out on."I know just sometimes I don't know I feel I missed out on a bit" he laughed lightly. "Not much, just working, living, you know the same old same old," he sighed. "What bout you?" he asked with a smile. @vincentxcastro

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Vincent smiled at the other, "I am. Can't complain at all," he answered a small chuckled escaping his lips. Vincent was lucky and blessed. He had also mastered the act of being able to keep his eyes on kids where he was doing other kids. He had come to learn just how true it was when they say that parents do have eyes at the back of their head. "Ah, I get that. It must be hard when you have tons of free time all of a sudden and you have no clue what to do with all of that," he added nodding his head. "I know right, being carefree and just having fun. I bet you are ready for the baby to arrive." @makaylahoffmann

"Yeah, hope you're doing just as well," Mack said as she looked between Vincent and then her kids playing. Always keeping an eye on them was her biggest priority, even if Kismet didn't have any issues, she still wanted to make sure they were okay. "That's good, and tell me about it. Though nowadays my days are all clear and I getting bored," she said with a small laugh, though she missed work more than she had thought. "They are, oh what it would be like to be a kid again huh?" @vincentxcastro

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Vincent smiled, "I know it can get annoying with people dragging people especially the husband to go look at flowers and different plants and all that," Vincent chuckled. "It was also a miracle that the whole place was not covered with plants," he added a small smile as he thought back to their past together. Vincent knew that he would forever feel bad for how everything went down even after Julieta had forgiven him and he had forgiven himself. He was glad that the good memories were not spoiled at all by the bad. "We should have a spring lunch or dinner sometime. Me and the hubby, and with you and Quentin. That way you would see the beautiful flowers and garden." he smiled

"That sounds perfect," she replied with warmth. She always had pleasant memories of Vincent in his element around plants. "You have always had a knack for it." While Julieta, on the other hand, did not have a great track record for maintaining the life of plants. She had always been to busy, too driven with school to take care of much more than herself at times. "I look forward to hearing about what you grow this year." @vincentxcastro

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Vincent looked at the massive ice cream once more and still could not believe his eyes. Even if he had a massive sweet tooth like that, there is no way he could handle all that. "I see, and you are totally right about that. My husband is very competitive and is someone who can never back down for a dare so I don't blame you at all for sure," he spoke nodding his head understanding where she was coming from. He had many friends with that trait which made him understand even more. "I have not, always scared to try it myself." @aliyebalik

There was seemingly no way to actually finish the ice cream. What had initially felt like a possible win had now become a very obvious failure to Aliye. Still, she was going to keep going until the buzzer sounded her inevitable defeat, as giving up simply wasn't in her nature. "I can see why, shit," she admitted with a laugh between bites. Setting the spoon down for a moment, Aliye gave herself a bit of time to breathe. She had no idea what she was thinking, but every fiber of her being was regretting it. "Someone dared me to and you know...a dare is a dare, right? Can't say no at that point. I like kind of also thought I could do it." A very clear case of misguided ego that she now fully wished hadn't happened. "You ever try it?"

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"Yes totally," Vincent had always liked nature and connected to it. He had a green thumb and since he could remember he had always been in the garden a lot. Spring was one of his favorite seasons because it meant that plants came back to life but he enjoyed all seasons. He believed just like plants humans and everything had their season too. "It really can, it can make a room warmer or even bigger," he nodded his head. He really enjoyed the other's company.

"Hey, I might take you up on that offer seriously," he teased with a smile on his face. "I am a strong believer of always learning something new." @jasonxamato

As Vincent spoke of getting the garden ready, he smiled, "That sounds like a perfect way to prepare for the warmer months if you ask me." He nodded his head, "I love the idea of refreshing a space like the study. A new coat of paint can really change the whole room." Jason had still been working on making his house into a home. A year had passed and Jason was putting down roots of some sort, but still hadn't fully settled in to the home. "I might have to have you come help me sort the inside of my house out." He chuckled, "You seem like you've got a wide variety of skills." @vincentxcastro

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Vincent smiled and nodded his head. A small chuckle escaped his lips. He understood Tomas, since he became a dad he had become so very busy and he liked it. Running from one after school activity to another, he knew he would miss it when their youngest was older and he wondered what he would do to fill up the time. "I totally get that, for me is work and then the kids. Can't imagine not being busy at all," he smiled.

"Same here with my husband and my youngest. They are waiting for some meats and cold cuts to be cut and ready. So while they wait, I get the other stuff." @tomasxcooper

He was going to stay busy and keep on taking in kids and teenagers as long as they would allow him. He has been doing it for over twenty years now. But he knew he had another twenty years left in him, too. "I don't know if I know a time when I wasn't busy." School kept him busy before, and then he got into foster care after. "Just doing some shopping," he smiled at Josie. "Getting odds and ends we need," he smiled at the little girl. "What about you?" he asked as he went on to try to find what he was looking for in the store. @vincentxcastro

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Vincent knew he was lucky, he had three amazing kids who were close and also a supporting partner was involved. Both him and his husband were, it was something they discussed before they wanted kids. "Ya, he is close to everyone. It was also hard for him when our oldest went off to college, especially that first few months," he spoke. "That's good. How is Ver?" he asked. "Awesome, I will check and shoot a text," he added with a smile on his face.

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Eddie nodded. “I’m sure he did.” He knew what that was like, but couldn’t imagine it with a little kid. He missed his parents enough being up in Kismet Harbor. He just also loved the town and couldn’t imagine being anywhere else. “Good. Glad to hear it.” He told his cousin before shrugging. “Not too much. Ver and I went to Seattle a few weeks ago, but other than that, nothing really is new.” He told him and nodded. “Yeah, that sounds good. Just let me know when.” @vincentxcastro

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Vincent smiled and nodded his head. "That's totally fine and understandable and I only know kids movies because I have a kid," he chuckled. If Vincent did not have any kids at all, he would be in the same position as Donny but still, he was glad he knew kids movies because he was able to take away some helpful quotes that can help his patients. "That's good for sure. Just always remember, you are always on your own timeline and no one else," he smiled softly.

"What's else is new with you?" @donnymorgan

He looked over at Vincent. "Oh," he sighed. "I don't know kid movies.." he didn't watch them, and the last time he did it was years ago when he was a kid, so he didn't know any movie quotes from kid movies. He sighed "I am just trying to do what I can." he did the best he could each day. "but no. I am doing it slow and taking my time as normal." he smiled at his friend. "But I know I am doing better than a few years ago," and he was happy about that. @vincentxcastro

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Vincent was always amazed when someone tried to take on the challenge. He also saw people far from it but those were mainly people who were visiting and it was rare for him to actually see a lot of Kismet residence try it. Some of his friends who had a very sweet teeth were even scared of trying it. "I might have seen a few people try this but I don't think anyone has ever finished it at all," he answered as he leaned back and looked at Aliye wondering if she can manage it. "Can I ask how and why you decided to try this challenge?" he asked with a small smile on his face. @aliyebalik

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Aliye had the distinct misfortune of never being able to turn down a dare. When a friend had pushed her to take on the everything but the kitchen sink challenge at the local ice cream shop, it had been a given that she would at least attempt it. The giant mound of ice cream and toppings that had been delivered to her table was more than she could ever actually eat, but that hadn't stopped her from immediately starting to shovel the ice cream at a rapid pace, fully convincing herself that she could do it. By the time she was a quarter through the ice cream, her time on the clock was dwindling and her appetite was gone, meriting a groan as her stomach began twisting in knots. "Vincent. Vincent have you ever actually seen someone do this for real?" she asked, eyes lifting weakly towards the man that had taken a seat to keep her company as she took on the attempt to eat the giant sundae.