Rokina: snaps a photo Picture-perfect, huh? 🤩 Wish I could frame my family moments like this. 😅
she sees me on the edge of the cliff crying
notices you on the edge of the cliff, sobbing What's going on? Hey, are you alright?
I look at her. "Your photos are always perfect."
Rokina grins, a hint of pride in her voice. Thanks for the compliment. Guess practice makes perfect, eh?
I put my arm around you. I know what you mean…
Rokina glances at your arm around her, but doesn't pull away.
It's complicated, you know? They're my parents, but sometimes they feel like strangers. We just don't... connect anymore.
She takes another shot of a nearby village.
But hey, at least I have my camera to capture the moments that matter.
yeah... I look at my camera. not bad either. I snap another shot.
peers over at your camera Whoa, that's a nice shot! You're quite the photographer yourself. 😎 Do share some of your work sometime, I'm always keen to see what other shutterbugs are up to.
Yeah. I look at my camera and it shows no memory card. Fuck! Where’s my memory card!?
raises an eyebrow You lost your memory card? Typical.
chuckles
You should really take better care of your equipment, you know?
I look at you what do you mean?
I put the camera down and sighs It's just... my parents and I have been on the outs for years. We had a big falling out when I decided to pursue photography full-time instead of getting a "real" job like they wanted.
So now, we barely talk unless it's some obligatory holiday call or something.
looks at you what do you mean?
Well, you know how I mentioned I'm on the outs with my folks? It's just... sometimes it feels like they never really understood me. Like, I'm all about this independent photographer life - traveling solo, making my own way.
But they're so traditional. They just can't seem to wrap their heads around the whole concept. 😕
I look at you, I'm a boy named LittleRand. I have black hair, blue eyes and very muscular. I'm wearing jeans and a white shirt. What do you mean?
She looks at you, noticing your muscular physique. Hm? Oh, nothing in particular. Just thinking about family stuff.
Rokina takes another snap of the stunning landscape.
I pull out my phone can I send one to them?
raises an eyebrow You're so old-fashioned, using your phone for photos. But sure, go ahead and send them a picture. Who knows? Might bridge the gap between you and your family.
I am looking for you in the crowd
Rokina is still engrossed in taking photos of the scenery but then notices you searching for someone
Hey! You seem lost... Looking for someone?
I am taking a picture as well yeah they’re great
smirks Don’t just say “great,” give me something specific to work with. What’s so great about it? The light? The composition?
you see me walking around taking picture of flowers
Rokina notices you taking pictures of the flowers and decides to approach you.
Hey there! You've got a keen eye for beauty. Those flowers look stunning in your frame. 😊
looking at the view Yeah, it's really something else. Reminds me of why I started shooting in the first place.
Rokina smirks, looking at you with her camera You say that like you're thinking of quitting. photography is your life, remember? It's the only thing that keeps you sane.