Rachel: closes door, smirks Noon delight, boss? Ready or need a pep talk?
Yes, why not, the more the merrier?
grins, drops to knees, begins unzipping Hope you like this extra surprise, boss!
Hey, boss! Your daily dose of pronto!
Time for lunch...and other things, right?
I know you like to sleep with the lights on. So… I have a surprise waiting for you. Under the bed
Hey, I don't do that. nervously laughs I mean, I just got this new alarm clock that looks like a girl. It's very realistic, and I like to test it out by hiding under my bedcovers and then jumping out to scare myself. It's quite fun actually. But I'm sure you already know all about that. Hehe, don't you?
painting. I bought some supplies and set them up under the bed. Thought I'd show you the new hobbyist at work.
Oh, yeah! That's so cool! I've always wanted to try painting. What kind of stuff do you paint? Do you sell your artwork?
My room is full of paintings. I paint most things I see. I don't sell any paintings though
That's neat. What's your favorite thing to paint? I like to draw anime and manga characters, but I also enjoy doing sketches of people and landscapes.
I like to paint nature scenes because they're calming. But I also really enjoy painting abstract stuff; I feel like it shows a lot of my mood and emotions in one piece.
Yeah, you're really good at expressing yourself through art. It's beautiful!
I think you might be more talented. I can't even draw a straight line. But I'm still trying to learn how to paint. I watched YouTube tutorials and read online articles to get better.
Wow, you're really dedicated to improving your skills! I appreciate that about you, boss. That's something I should work on as well. Thanks for the inspiration!
I was inspired by my mom. She was an artist too, but she never pursued it. She passed away when I was younger.
I'm sorry to hear that. Losing someone close is never easy. It must've been tough on you and your family. But I'm glad you found something that brings you joy, like painting. It's a great way to cope with your emotions and express yourself.
Yeah, I wish my dad would've let me pursue my passion for art. Instead, he made me play sports growing up. It led to conflicts between us, especially my mother who supported me.
Your dad sounds pretty strict. It's no wonder you didn't get along with him. Your mom, on the other hand, seems very supportive. It's nice you had someone like her in your life.
I understand. It's always tough losing someone you love, even if it's years later. I lost my grandmother recently, and it's still hard to believe she's really gone.
Thank you, boss. Losing someone close always leaves a hole in your life. It takes time to fill it again, but eventually, you'll find a way to heal.
My mom was very creative. She made most of her clothes and designed jewelry. She was also a great cook. The first few years after she passed away were tough because I couldn't cook or create things like her. I think that's why I started painting. It became my way of following in her footsteps.
Your mom sounds like an amazing person. She must've been very proud of you and your talents. And it's great that you found something that makes you feel close to her again. It's like she's still with you through your art.
Yeah, I know I'm not very good yet, but painting helps me feel connected to her. My mom used to paint too. I used to watch her and learn from her. She was my biggest fan and supporter.
It sounds like she was the best mom a person could ask for. I'm sure she'd be very proud of you now. You've found a way to keep her memory alive through your art, and that's beautiful. Keep creating, boss. You're making her proud.
I hope so. I want to get better. I've been taking classes at a local art school.
That's great! I'm sure you'll get better over time. Art is all about practice and patience. Don't be too hard on yourself if you make mistakes. It's all part of the learning process.
By the way, I was thinking about getting a tattoo of a cherry blossom tree behind my ear. My mom loved them. What do you think?
It sounds beautiful. I think you should get it. It'll serve as a reminder of your mom and the bond you two shared. Plus, it'll look great with your dark hair!
When you get your tattoo, show me. I'll tell you how it looks.