That was our code, people just started using it, too. It became common vernacular. Like Christmas is celebrated by plenty of non-Christians these days. Which is fine by me. The more holiday spirit the better, when it's all well-meaning.
The blind guy makes a punchline out of them.
It wasn't the bare minimum to me. It meant everything in that moment. And not because of my bladder.
Christmas is more about presents and Santa, these days. But it's hard to hate on that, isn't it? Well, maybe not so hard, a lot of people don't really enjoy it.[She considers things for a moment.] But it's kinda great, isn't it? A time of the year when everything is so cold, people getting together, nice food, themed movie marathons, making gingerbread houses. Have you ever made a gingerbread house?
I knew you'd get it.
Guess that having friends there for you is what matters the most. I'm really glad I could be there for you, Matt.
I love Christmas. I didn't always, but I've grown to appreciate it. And I've absolutely built a gingerbread house. I want to try making my own from scratch sometime. I always want to, but then run out of time to make the dough, so I just help the Nelsons make theirs. It gets very competitive. They don't give the blind man a decorating pass.
It does matter, and you were. I won't forget it. I hope I can be there for you in turn.
[The laugh that follows at the mental picture that calls for, it's a heartfelt one.] Oh, please, please, please, lets make one together. I don't care if it's not Christmas yet. We can make a belated Easter one! Or gingerbread bunnies! I really need to decorate one with you to live, Matt.
You're always there for me. And you cook for me, so it's not like you owe me anything.
I'm pleased you trust my decorating prowess. I was decent at decorating within the lines but Theo always said 'you're very pretty' when I made color choices. [Theo being Foggy's smartass but loveable younger brother.]
I worry about what you eat otherwise. Woman should not live on pizza alone.
What kinda color choices did you make? Did you just hope for the best? [Kate's smile couldn't be wider as she pictures such a homely scene. Better times. Matt enjoying the holidays with his found family.] If we ever do this, don't hold any grudges if the decorations end up on your face.
And I totally don't live on pizza alone! I'm hiring Kirsten and sueing you over difamation.
I just hoped for the best. You've found my secret. I can't tell frosting colors apart. I can feel it hitting my face, though. Fuck it, let's do it sometime. Bunnies or otherwise.
Mhm. Breadsticks from the pizzeria don't count for enough diversity either, Kate.
[Kate's not a giggly kinda girl, but sure Matt will notice something there. The plan is too good, too fun. Exactly what they need right now.]
I think we need to figure if you can feel the color of frosting once it hits your face. Hell, if I give you a mustache I'll allow you to give me one too.
You haven't-- ? Of course you haven't. You've not seen the videos. [Kate sighs. How come Matt is always so behind on things that go viral?] People say that cucumbers maybe remind cats of snakes.
It's not a matter of not wanting, it's more a matter of who does.
[OOC: I continued our other scene here if wanted!]
I have not seen any videos. Are these people sure it's not just that they're sticking a random object close to a cat's face? Nobody would like that.
It's not like it's hard to find recipes these days to try. You're always complaining I'm not online enough, but there are tons of recipes and videos there to learn from with cooking.
I wouldn't want people sneaking things behind me, either. Justice for the cats, mere pawns in people's quest for online entertainment. Also a potential waste of a perfectly good cucumber.
Don't try and sully my pure culinary education, Kate. Or I can't cook for you.
You seem to want to specify a cucumber, which doesn't surprise me.
The hamburger has inspiration from dishes from other countries, so not even those, I'm afraid. If you're going to misuse the concept of cultural appropriation, nothing might be safe to eat.
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Gotcha. So, a spy. Can't say I know many of those. I'm more familiar with ninjas.
You brought in security I couldn't provide for Heather at the hospital. I might not have been able to take a piss otherwise.
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Ninjas?? Of course, of all people, you'd be involved with ninjas.
Okay... Okay, I'll take the compliment just because I saved your bladder. It's always so sad to see a grown man pee his pants.
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Yeah. A lot of ninjas and mobsters.
I figured you wouldn't take the compliment on behalf of Heather, so.
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A blind guy walks in a bar with some ninjas and mobsters...
... I'm glad I could be useful somehow. Even if it was the bare minimum.
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The blind guy makes a punchline out of them.
It wasn't the bare minimum to me. It meant everything in that moment. And not because of my bladder.
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I knew you'd get it.
Guess that having friends there for you is what matters the most. I'm really glad I could be there for you, Matt.
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It does matter, and you were. I won't forget it. I hope I can be there for you in turn.
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You're always there for me. And you cook for me, so it's not like you owe me anything.
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I worry about what you eat otherwise. Woman should not live on pizza alone.
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And I totally don't live on pizza alone! I'm hiring Kirsten and sueing you over difamation.
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Mhm. Breadsticks from the pizzeria don't count for enough diversity either, Kate.
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I think we need to figure if you can feel the color of frosting once it hits your face. Hell, if I give you a mustache I'll allow you to give me one too.
It counts if they come in different shapes!
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You just want to see me with a pastel mustache. I'm onto you.
It's still pure carbs, Kate. I'm making you vegetables.
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[It's probably wrong. Aside from that slip that totally belongs to how her mind always goes to the gutter....
Will his girlfriend feel that its wrong for him to go to see some friend to bake and play with frosting on each other's faces?]
You can't force me to eat veggies. [Spoken like a true adult.]
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Veggies taste great. If you don't think so then you haven't had them cooked well.
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Guess you'll have to prove it then.
[Of course she's had veggies. But it's so much fun arguing with him.]
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Vegetable curry it is.
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Of course you know how to make curry.
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I know how to make several curries. Who doesn't want to know how to make good curry?
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It's not a matter of not wanting, it's more a matter of who does.
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I have not seen any videos. Are these people sure it's not just that they're sticking a random object close to a cat's face? Nobody would like that.
It's not like it's hard to find recipes these days to try. You're always complaining I'm not online enough, but there are tons of recipes and videos there to learn from with cooking.
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Of course not, Matt! They're not sticking it close to the cat's face, they put the cucumbers behind them!
So you went for the cultural appropiation ones?
[She's SO messing with him.]
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Don't try and sully my pure culinary education, Kate. Or I can't cook for you.
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You can always cook a perfectly american burger.
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The hamburger has inspiration from dishes from other countries, so not even those, I'm afraid. If you're going to misuse the concept of cultural appropriation, nothing might be safe to eat.
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