The school year is officially over and now the summer fun begins. My daughter leaves for Disney next week to perform with the band and choir at the theme park. She's been organized and semi-packed for almost a full week already. I have no idea where she got that gene… it definitely didn't come from me.
Not a bad week for television. I caught another episode of Endeavor, which I thoroughly enjoy. Ended up with two episodes of Midsomer Murders. I'm winding down the last series or so of John Nettles's tenure.
Caught two episodes of Constantine. Again, I'm enjoying the high levels of quality snark bandied about by John. And I like how his inner demons weigh even heavier than the actual demons he has to thwart. Truly excellent fare.
Getting closer to the season finale of Gotham. Jerome's brand of crazy reaching out beyond the grave to completely encompass Jeremiah is great entertainment. And I truly do love how the other evolving villains continue to percolate their plans behind the scenes.
Chicago Fire and Blindspot are still holding my interest. I am still a little iffy on the whole Roman plan, but I'm invested enough that I want to find out what his actual master plan is.
Caught a few more episodes of Classic Who and should finish up the Dalek storyline soon. Also caught the second episode of Sense 8 and I'm pretty much hooked. I definitely want to find out what the hell is going on with this group.
The Flash season finale ended up being better than I hoped. That said, there could have been about five fewer episodes in this season and the story would have unfolded better. Riverdale threw a blindside or two into their finale and I'm there for whatever happens next. Hopefully it'll be Hiram's head on a pike parading through town. Just saying.
Krypton continues to make me happy. I kind of enjoy the intrigue and seeing how the alliances are constantly shifting because the ground keeps fluctuating under everyone's feet. Very interested in seeing where next season goes… if there is a next season.
Part one of Ghost Squad's season finale ended up being pretty terrific. I do wish there was more information on how the big boss lady gets her cases. I'll honestly not be surprised if she isn't as dirty as the cops she's trying to bring down. We'll see how that plays out.
Started a new to me show on the Roku Channel app. Archangel, I think, originally aired as TV movie, but it's billed as a three episode season. The first show ended up being pretty terrific. I also caught another episode of The Sarah Conner Chronicles on Crackle.
That's it for television this week. Tonight's post is from Going Native, a novella that started with a writing community prompt of writing a scene where a workaholic is supposed to be on vacation with his girlfriend but ends up meeting a helicopter pilot giving island tours. Sparks fly, of course.
Here's the mini-blurb:
Workaholic Adam Beaubier is supposed to be vacationing with his girlfriend. But after a harsh breakup, he's traveling alone pondering his epic failure at relationships. When he meets Zerrin Kord, a helicopter tour pilot, he thinks going native might be just the thing he needs and Zerri will make an excellent guide.
And a snippety peek…
Zerri picked at her food, her mind on Adam Beaubier. Why can't I stop thinking about him? This is ridiculous.
Hank cleared his throat. "Zerri? Are you gonna eat or make random pictures on your plate?" He tossed his napkin on his empty dish.
Zerri blinked and shook her head, then scooped up a forkful of pasta. "Sorry. Yeah, I'm eating." Geez, pretty sad when the old man had to delve back to her preteen years.
Hank folded his arms over his chest. "What's up? You've been off since you got back from the mainland." He leaned back, making it clear he didn't plan to go anywhere.
Zerri sighed. "I met a guy, which, believe me, I so don't want to admit." She shot her dad a pointed look. "But, I gotta admit, he intrigues me. The guy's got a lot going for him." Saying it out loud sounded lame… she'd spent a few hours on a flight with him.
Hank relaxed now that he had her talking. "Okay, what's the selling point?"
Her lips curved. Leave it to Hank to dive right into the pros and cons. He always did.
Zerri tilted her head to one side. "The way he looked at me." She pictured the final glance Adam had given her, all contemplative and curious.
Her dad quirked a brow. "Yeah, how's that?" The slight smirk he wore indicated his satisfaction.
Zerri didn't hedge her bets. "The way you looked at mom. Like a puzzle you couldn't wait to solve." Their earlier conversation replayed from this morning.
Hank's eyes got a faraway gaze. "I never did completely figure her out." He refocused and met Zerri's gaze. "But she had my number from day one." His fond chuckle made his shoulders shake.
Zerri smiled. "I know, Dad. That's why you two never grew tired of each other." Her mom's internal bullshit meter rarely failed, which kept her dad in check, but only when he needed it.
Hank lifted his chin. "What makes think it could work with this guy?" He leaned forward, resting his forearms on the table. "What's his name anyway?"
Zerri swallowed another bite of food. "Adam Beaubier." She shrugged and listed the first pro. "He doesn't care what I do for a living and isn't intimidated by the fact I fly back and forth to the mainland and take people on helicopter tours." Too many of the guys she'd gone out with ended up not liking her schedule. "He gets the driving need to achieve a goal." She shoveled another bite of pasta into her mouth. "And he's hot."
Hank rolled his eyes, but laughed.
Didn't take long for him to sober up. "What makes you think it won't work?"
Damn the man. He never forgot the cons.
Zerri listed the top problem. "He just broke up with a bitch of a girlfriend. But they'd been together a long time so there's baggage there." She dropped down to the next item. "He's a lawyer and, well, what if the stereotype holds true and he's afraid to break out of his projected trajectory?" She didn't mention being a rebound girl… her dad would automatically get that one.
Hank nodded, accepting her concerns. "You won't know unless you take a chance, Zerrin." He settled back in the chair again. "You got plans with this guy, right?" His brow arched.
Zerri lifted her chin. "Yeah. Invited him for an early morning tour, but I'll lay odds he stands me up and won't show." Not unless he truly ditched the former girlfriend.
Her dad narrowed his eyes. "I'm not gonna take that bet." He got up and gathered his dishes. "You should go and find out." Putting the plate and silverware in the dishwasher, he waved a goodnight and headed into the study to watch some television.
Zerri finished eating and cleared the kitchen counter. She'd catch a couple hours of sleep then head for the hangar. She wouldn't get her hopes up, but she'd snag two cups of coffee just in case Adam made the date.
I like how this one is coming together so far. It's always fun to write one of the characters dealing with their baggage and I like the relationship with Zerri and her dad.
That's it for this week. Happy reading!
Skylin
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