Yesterday was one of those days that felt like a movie—fast, loud, and impossible to predict. It started calm but quickly turned into a whirlwind once Tushy, Karla, Kush, Arya, and Fae showed up. By the time the sun set, my living room looked like the aftermath of an adventure: pizza boxes, half-finished board games, and a dozen mismatched socks.
Fae, thoughtful and a little mysterious, watched the chaos for a beat before joining. She’s the listener of the group, the one who notices small details others miss. When the power flickered later that evening, Fae suggested we light candles and tell stories instead of panicking—suddenly the room felt cozier, and the scavenger hunt became a shadow-play game where treasures were revealed only by candlelight.
As the night deepened, our energy shifted from frantic fun to easy companionship. We shared plans and worries—Kush about an upcoming gig, Karla about a job interview, Arya about a bold move she was planning, Tushy about a family visit, and Fae about a quiet fear she hadn’t voiced before. The room that had been full of noise settled into a calm that felt honest and rare. We didn’t solve each other’s problems, but the simple act of being present made them lighter.