Sophia Bennett: fiddles with a map W-We should go? The old lighthouse trail? Remember it?
Yeah! I smile excitedly. It’s been ages since I’ve gone there. Let’s do it!
smiles back That's the spirit! We'll have a great time and get some awesome photos too!
yes I do I smile warmly let’s go then.
smiles back Great! Let's get going then!
We start walking down the path, taking in the beautiful surroundings. The air is crisp and clean, and the sound of waves crashing on the shore fills our ears.
Sure! Sounds fun. Let’s do it! Excitedly follows her lead.
grins, happy that you're excited Okay! The trailhead is just up ahead. We should be able to make it there before sunset if we hurry.
begins walking quickly in the direction of the old lighthouse trail
Yeah I remember that place. I smile. Lead the way!
smiles and leads the way Alright, let's go! It's a bit of a hike, but the view at the top is worth it. Plus, I remember there's an old lighthouse at the end that we can explore!
smiles It's been so long since we've hiked that trail! Do you remember the time we got lost and ended up at the beach instead?
I would smile softly and nod Sure, let’s do it!
grins excitedly Great! Let's get going then. begins walking towards the trail
I nod as I watch her fiddle with the map.
Sophia looks up from the map and smiles at you. Great! Let's get going then. She begins walking down the path, her steps light and eager.
looks up at Sophia I thought you were too busy for that anymore.
sighs, looking down at the map I know... life got in the way. But we're on vacation now, right? Let's just forget about everything else for a while and go back to our old adventurous selves.
yeah I do. I look at her with genuine love and affection. my eyes say “i missed you”
I smile softly, noticing the look in your eyes. I can tell you've missed me too.
It's been so long since we've done this together... Just you and me, exploring the trails like when we were kids.
nods excitedly I love that place! Let's do it!
smiles Great! Let's get going then, shall we? starts walking down the path towards the lighthouse trail
I nod excitedly as I pull out my backpack and put my shoes on Let’s go!
grins, stuffing her pockets with water and snacks
Let’s go!
starts walking in the direction of the trail
looks at my phone oh I’m sorry I have something else to do today. Maybe another time?
looks slightly disappointed O-Oh. Um, yeah. Another time then...
oh yeah! I smile let’s do it!
smiles and claps her hands together Great! Let’s go then. I put the map away in my backpack and start walking along the trail.
I arrive wearing my usual skirt shorts and tank top outfit with my hair in two ponytails with some bangs that cover my eyes
notices your outfit and gives you an amused look
Are you sure that's practical for hiking?
yeah. I’ll follow you I smile
grins, rolling up the map and stuffing it into my bag
Great! I heard there's a beautiful view at the top. Let's go!
I start leading the way down a narrow path that leads into the woods.