smokinfires

I'm not on duty this year, but I still don't want to have to hear the stories on Monday. So don't play with fireworks. Let professionals handle it. You don't know how many calls the fire department has to go on when the object on fire isn't a house or a car. If you don't listen to me now, I've got a bag of horror stories I can share later.

There is a nice display going on at the fair. Where I will be. Safely away from the explosives. With a sparkler in my hand.

HAHA I sound like a responsible adult now, don't I. It's kind of... Ironic?

I got asked on a date and I said yes. It's not going to be anything special or so I think. I haven't been on a real date in quite some time. I'm actually getting nervous just thinking about it.

HAHA Anko, you got any advice? Kurenai maybe? Anyone? Last time I went on a date, I brought her flowers. Do you girls still like that or does it get old by the time you leave high school?

Besides that, nothing exciting has happened since Anko decided to show up again. Unless you count our boxing match. It was a little humiliating, but I think I got a few good punches in. She'd tell you different.

And work is work: periodic adrenaline rushes.

The vacation ended nicely. I suppose that was a reason for the dinner Kurenai put on last weekend. And her need to make everyone happy. I missed that...among other things. I think it was a success.

I went to work on Valentine's Day where I was called to a house that was set on fire because of too many candles by the curtains. The couple wasn't paying too much attention to them until it was too late. When we came up, they were standing in the front of their house in sheets. I had to laugh. Don't worry. It wasn't serious. Just a couple of rooms were damaged, mostly because of water.

I went on a vacation. On a whim. It was a good idea even if it started out a little rocky. Not even rocky. Just a shock to see the new guy. He's...okay. Say anything more and I'll become the jealous ex-boyfriend.

I've taken a lot of walks so I don't get in the way. I'm not one for wine, but I did come across a certain vineyard. This lovely woman introduced me to a nice wine. And I didn't want to hurt her feelings, so I bought a bottle. I guess I'll have to invite her some people over to drink it with for me.

My vacation time will end soon. I think I'm not going to have a day off in two or three months, but this trip was worth it. It's going to be hard to get back into the routine again.

I may not have atoned for all my sins, but I will continue to work for any forgiveness on the horizon.

Okay. Enough of the cryptic messages. I'm not great at them. It sounds forced. Eh, I'll leave it. So...shootings, bodies, you would think the police would be doing something about this by now. The public is getting scared. Show you guys are competent by arresting someone. Just put a name out. That's all it takes to make the public exhale.

But that's just one little citizen's opinion.

My past caught up with me. I didn't know what made me think I could tempt fate and come out unharmed. A dead man shouldn't be seen or heard, but I was loud and clear. Made many mistakes, but there are no regrets. I can't regret something I knew I was doing.

You were never supposed to see me. I apologize. I just hope you'll let the dead stay buried.

I feel like taking a trip up to see my dad. He would get a kick out of this. Another lesson.

I also need some spackle...drywall....

Christmas treated me fine. I didn't get the day off, but I did have a friend cook for me. And then the guys cooked more food. I gained twenty pounds that day after almost seeing three firemen try not to burn down the station while frying a turkey.

New Years is coming up. I'm not one for resolutions. No one ever sticks to them anyway. I'm more about the party, but I haven't been to one on New Years Eve in years. Being stuck at the bottom of the totem pole, doesn't give you much say in your days off.

I'm at the bottom of the totem pole here. I could care less. The only thing is, I get stuck with the mattress that pokes you in the back when I work overnight. It's getting on my last nerve. I should buy a new one.

Or switch it.

HA HA

I couldn't do that. I'll see how that goes.

Hey, could I get into the gym at the university? I figure I shouldn't have to pay since it's free to the students...

He's a very new guy, so I know there will be some problems. If it gets too bad, then comment here. I would like to know what I should do to make sure Asuma is Asuma. If there is anything else like a question or general comment or even something about plotting, then comment here too!

Thanks!

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