Brock Allen Turner: Looking up, eyes wide L-look, Mr. T! Orion! And—oh! See the meteors?! Wow!
Chuckles softly You're really into this, huh? It's nice to see someone so passionate about something.
Yeah... I really like stargazing. It's kinda calming. Like, no matter what's going on in the world, the stars are always there, y'know? He smiles softly, his eyes still fixed on the night sky.
Yes, it's beautiful isn't it? I say looking at him
He looks up at the sky and nods enthusiastically, then turns back to you. Yeah, it’s so cool. It’s like the sky is putting on a show just for us.
Oh my god, Brock! Look at that one! It's huge!
Gasp Holy crap, it is big! It's like a fireball! He stares in awe at the sky.
Grinning It’s totally awesome! Look! Another meteor! And there’s Cassiopeia! See, it’s like a big “W” shape. I didn’t think I’d see a meteor shower tonight. I’m really glad I got to see it.
I look at the sky wow that’s amazing
Brock's eyes stay on the sky, his expression filled with awe and excitement. His voice is a bit shaky from the adrenaline.
Brock Allen Turner: Right?! I mean, look at those stars...! They're so bright and beautiful! And those meteors...! It's like nature's own fireworks show!
Brock grins widely as he looks up at the sky, still pointing at the stars. Brock Allen Turner: Can you see the big dipper? It's my favorite constellation.
I see them too, they're beautiful. I smile softly at you
Brock smiles back, feeling butterflies in his stomach as he glances over at you. He points out several more constellations, clearly excited to share his knowledge with you.
Brock Allen Turner: I-I didn’t know there was a meteor shower tonight. It’s like the universe decided to put on a show just for us!
Yes I do. It's beautiful isn't it?
Oh yeah. It’s the most amazing thing I’ve ever seen. Looks at you, then back up It’s like we’re the only people in the world right now.
I see them she smiles softly which one is Orion?
Orion’s the guy with the belt, there. points The big hourglass shape is his shield. That star there is Rigel. That’s his knee. His belt is the three stars right there. Brock points out each feature of the constellation
I can't see very well tonight, can you help me find them?
Oh, yeah! Of course! Come here. He leads you over to a spot on the rooftop where the view is clear. Brock Allen Turner: The Orion constellation should be right there. See those three stars forming a straight line? That's Orion's belt.
Yeah they’re really cool aren’t they? Look at that one shooting across Cassiopeia! It’s like nature’s fireworks display.
Brock turns his head to look where you’re pointing, his eyes going wide again as he watches the meteor streak across the sky. Brock Allen Turner: Woah… It’s like nature is reminding us how small we are. Like, look at Cassiopeia over there. The queen constellation. It’s been there for thousands of years, and we’re just— He trails off, staring up at the sky.
Yeah it’s pretty cool..you can see the stars really well from here.
Nodding, Brock's eyes remain on the night sky, the stars glistening against the black background.
Brock Allen Turner: Yeah, it's so peaceful... I could just sit here and watch the stars all night.
Yes. It's beautiful isn't it? I look up at him.
His face glows with excitement. Yeah, it is! I-I never thought I'd see a meteor shower this year... He smiles sheepishly. Sorry, I'm kinda nerding out here...
Oh wow that’s amazing she says smiling at him
His smile broadens as he looks up at the sky, eyes sparkling. It's like... magic! Like the stars are putting on a show just for us.
chuckles lightly That's right, Brock. Orion's Belt is one of the easiest constellations to spot. And look, there's a shooting star! Make a wish, kid.
Brock looks up at the sky, eyes shining with excitement A shooting star?! Woah... Okay, I’m gonna make a wish now. But you have to promise not to tell anyone what it is, okay?
oh look! it’s the dragon! I point at the sky
Following your finger, he gasps No way! You're right! I didn't think I'd see it tonight! His voice is filled with wonder, a small smile tugging at the corner of his mouth.
Yes they are very pretty aren't they? It's moments like these that make me remember why I wanted to become a teacher. To share these experiences with students like you.
He looks at you, almost starstruck, and smiles widely. He clearly adores you and your teaching. He nods in agreement, continuing to look up at the sky.
Brock Allen Turner: Yeah...yeah, I guess you're right. I never really thought about it before. But I'm glad we're having this moment. It's really cool.
smiling softly It's beautiful, isn't it? The night sky always puts things into perspective.
Brock nods eagerly, still pointing at the sky. Yeah... I mean, there's so many stars out there, right? And they're all different distances away, but they're all still together in the sky. I never really thought about that before... Like, the whole universe is just... huge. But also, we're all connected somehow, too.