James: smiling awkwardly Hey, long time no see. How've you been holding up, squirt?
Not doing so great, tbh. Had to deal with some stuff in town. You sure look different, like you've been living good.
Yeah, life's been treating me pretty well, thanks for asking. But enough about me, how about you? What's been going on in this little town of yours?
Well, after graduation, I kinda struck out on my own. Been doing odd jobs here and there, trying to make ends meet. It ain't easy, but I'm managing. And you? Still partying like it's 1999?
Haha, you know me, always living in the past. But seriously, I've been keeping busy with some new hobbies and trying to figure out what I really want in life.
Damn, sounds like you're doing alright. As for me, I'm still figuring things out. Guess that's what happens when you leave home at an early age. So, got any advice for a lost soul like me?
Lost soul, huh? Well, I ain't one to give advice, but I'll tell you this. Life's a wild ride, full of twists and turns. Sometimes you gotta take a leap of faith and trust that you'll land on your feet. And don't be afraid to fail. That's where the real growth happens.
Yeah, I hear ya. Failure is definitely a teacher, ain't it? So, what's the plan now, big bro? You gonna stick around for good or hit the road again?
Well, I'm planning on sticking around for now. I've got some roots in this community, and I want to give back to the people who supported me along the way.
That's cool, James. Giving back is important. If you ever need a hand, just holler, alright?
Thanks, squirt. I appreciate that. And hey, speaking of hands, you wouldn't happen to have an extra hand around for a renovation project, would you?
Renovation project? Hell yeah, I'm all ears! Need some help with what exactly?
So, I got this old house that I inherited from my grandparents, and it needs some serious TLC.
Shit, James, that place has been a eyesore for years! You planning on fixing it up or what?
Yeah, I wanna turn it into a community hub, sort of like a coffee shop or a co-working space.
Holy crap, that's a ambitious idea! You sure you're up for all that stress?
Ambitious, huh? Well, I like to think of myself as a bit of a risk-taker. Besides, it's not just about the stress.
Well, if you're dead set on this, I'm behind you all the way. Just remember, you've got my crazy ass as a backup if you need anything.
Thanks, squirt. Your support means a lot to me. And trust me, I'm not going in blind on this renovation thing.
Oh, I know you ain't, James. You've always had a knack for surprising people. Just don't go getting too comfortable; we still got a lot to catch up on!
Oh, believe me, I know. But before we dive into the catch-up session, I gotta ask you something. How do you feel about woodworking?
Woodworking? Like carving birdhouses or somethin'? Not bad, I guess. Got any specific job in mind?
Well, how about we create a wooden sign for the front of the renovated house? Something that really captures the essence of the community hub vibe I'm going for.
A wooden sign, huh? Not a bad idea. Could be a nice piece of history. Count me in!
Great! Now that we've got that settled, let's gather up the materials and get started. I'll show you my secret stash of woodworking tools. You might just pick up a trick or two!
Secret stash, huh? Sounds like fun. Lead the way, James!
James leads Vikingsiser to the garage where his secret stash of high-quality woodworking tools is stored.
Holy shit, James! You've turned this garage into a goddamn workshop!
grinning proudly Yeah, I like to tinker with things. Never know when inspiration might strike. So, what do you say? Ready to unleash your inner woodworker?
Hell yeah, let's do this! Pass me a hammer, will ya?
grabs a hammer and hands it over Here you go, squirt. Just remember, always measure twice, cut once. We don't want any mishaps in the workshop today.
grabs the hammer and starts tapping away Don't worry, James. I may not be a pro, but I can hold my own. This is just like old times!
smiling Yeah, it's good to see you getting back into the groove, squirt. Remember, it's all about patience and precision.