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Post by Valeria Winter on May 17, 2020 1:35:31 GMT
[Ok so first round of posts, is arriving at airport. Then TSA? Then finding the gate? Unless of course someone gets a mishap along the way. To me it makes sense that they'd generally move as a group since they're all there and no one gets lost unless someone does get lost] Blake Carson Dean Baelish Lainey Yurkovich Cleo Saintclair Alex Knight River Hughes Hugh Pennington Valeria could not be more excited about this trip. As soon as she saw the ticket for Santorini she was bubbling with excitement. Production was kind enough to have someone handle checking their bags. "Oh my god the food is going to be amazing and we can relax on the beach, and finally have some real alone time," she said with a happy sigh. In one hand was her carry on and in the other hand, Blake's hand. |
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Post by River Hughes on May 17, 2020 1:48:03 GMT
River clung a little tighter to Hugh Pennington's arm as she watched another plane take off out the window of the airport. All she had with her was a little crossbody bag to hold her wallet, her book, and her boarding pass. She didn't have her phone, so no headphones to speak of, which would have been a much bigger issue if she didn't have Penn with her. "Ok, I know I said I was hardly nervous...I think I was wrong. Definitely nervous." |
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Post by Blake Carson on May 17, 2020 1:54:00 GMT
Blake was rocking back and forth on his heels, squeezing Val's hand like a vice grip. The boy could not stand still for the life of him, as he kept looking around at everything. It was his first time being in an airport and he pushed his glasses up higher on the bridge of his nose. This would be his first time leaving California, and the country. He was glad he'd had the foresight to get a passport in case he ever needed it.
He was both parts excited, but the other part was pure fear and nervous energy. Plane's were huge. What if they went down? He was a poor swimmer to begin with, and Val didn't even know that yet. Did the plane come equipped with arm floaties? life vest? What if someone needed a doctor? What if he needed a doctor? Oh wait. He was the doctor, and the doctor was in a the midst of an almost panic attack. It didn't help that there was SO MANY PEOPLE out and about, and he was suddenly very glad for the group they had. That knowledge that he wasn't by himself eased himself a bit. Someone had to have flight experience right? "I think I'm gonna be sick..." He mumbled under his breath as he looked around and glanced at Val. "I mean yeah! It's going to be fun. If I can get there in one piece..." His voice trailed off at the end.
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Post by Dean Baelish on May 17, 2020 1:55:35 GMT
Dean was brimming with excitement. Santorini! His best guess had been some resort up the coast a little bit, certainly nothing international. He had always wanted to go but never had the time or, more importantly, the funds. He lightly swatted Lainey Yurkovich's butt several times in quick succession in his excitement. "Can you believe this!?!" He said energetically.
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Post by Hugh Pennington on May 17, 2020 2:00:03 GMT
Penn was definitely looking forward to being in Santorini, though he was less enthusiastic about the long flight. Not that he had any issues with flying, it was more the length of the flight that he was dreading. That was a long time to be confined in such a small space. He was grateful that at least they were flying first class. Hopefully he'd be able to sleep through most of it.
He wrapped an arm around River Hughes as she clung to him and voiced that she was nervous. "It's going to be just fine, I've got you." He assured her with a kiss to her forehead.
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Post by Cleo Saintclair on May 17, 2020 2:09:45 GMT
Cleo stood next to Alex Knight, chewing on her bottom lip, with her fingers clasped together. "I haven't flown since I was 7." She admitted to Alex. "And it definitely wasn't internationally." She tried to push back her slight feelings of nerves, she didn't want to let them control her and, even more, she didn't want to be a burden on anyone.
So instead she focused on the positives. "But it'll be really cool to see Greece. I've heard Santorini is incredible." She said.
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Post by Alex Knight on May 17, 2020 2:17:52 GMT
Alex was grinning, he missed flying so bad and this certainly scratched the itch. He leaned down and placed a small kiss on Cleos head. "God that was amazing and fun and fuck I was the dude flying the Plane... Im doing it Im tooootally getting my pilots license." He beamed at her happily.
"Oh for sure, I'm excited to see our bedroom." He said as he softly nudged her with a small wink.
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Post by Lainey Yurkovich on May 17, 2020 2:21:43 GMT
Lainey pursed her lips, trying very hard not to smile as she reached behind her to swat at Dean for smacking her butt. She grabbed his hand as she turned to look at him, glaring playfully until she couldn't help the giggle. "I still think this whole thing is a wild dream, but I don't wake up no matter how many times I pinch myself." She said.
She turned back to the others then. "SANTORINI HERE WE COME! WOOOO!" She yelled. Throwing her hands up in the air and going into a lunge like some cheerleader. "Lets go gang!" She said. She tugged on Dean's hand. Her excitement showing through as she bounced with each step.
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Post by Valeria Winter on May 17, 2020 2:25:58 GMT
Val squeezed Blake's hand bak reassuringly, "Sweetie, we're going to be fine, I promise," she said as reassuring as she could. "First flight and we get to first class, it'll be fun. I've never been on a flight more than a couple hours. Just take a couple shots when we get on the plane and focus on me and you'll be fine," she said. 15 hours was going to be a long ass flight and without phones or technology, she was going to be glad to have Blake with her. If he was going to be a nervous wreck the whole time, she'd just have to come up with some ways to distract him. The first thought in her mind involved joining the mile high club, but she was pretty sure Blake wasn't going to go for that one. Maybe on the way back. "J ust don't puke on me..." she added before reaching up to kiss Blake on the cheek. She gave Hugh Pennington a nod and smile of solidarity. Then she followed Lainey Yurkovich's lead, pulling Blake Carson along by the arm. |
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Post by Dean Baelish on May 17, 2020 2:32:19 GMT
Dean laughed at Lainey's enthusiasm. Yep, luckiest guy here for sure! "WOOOO!!" He yelled too, getting an annoyed look from one of the people helping with their bags. He gave Lainey Yurkovich a coy smirk as they headed towards TSA. He was wearing a backpack as his carry on bag and adjusted it briefly on his shoulders before squeezing Lainey's hand and heading inside.
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Post by Cleo Saintclair on May 17, 2020 2:37:10 GMT
"Yes, yes, you should!!" Cleo replied enthusiastically to Alex Knight declaring he was going to get his pilot's license, squeezing his upper arm with both arms as she spoke. "Just go for it! Why not!?" She said with full support and encouragement. She wanted him to do whatever made him happy and feel excited.
Her cheeks flushed a deep pink when he talked about their bedroom and she nudged him with her elbow and gave him a vixen-esque shy smile. She didn't disagree though.
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Post by River Hughes on May 17, 2020 2:40:29 GMT
River laughed and shook her head at Lainey's antics, although her whole posture was tense as she held on to Penn. She knew he was right, they were going to be fine...but she still felt like she was vibrating with anxiety beneath her skin. Oddly, she was more worried about TSA stopping her or getting separated from the others than she was about the flight itself. All she had to do was make it onto the plane, she told herself, and after that things would be easy. She took a deep breath and exhaled through her nose, then stood up a little straighter.
"You're right. This is probably the best way to have my first ever flight--surrounded by crazy new friends and my new fiance."
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Post by Blake Carson on May 17, 2020 2:48:06 GMT
Blake's head was a bobble head as he nodded up down at Val's reassurance. " Yup, gonna be just fine." He said more for himself than anyone else. "I'll try not too." He said with a nervous laugh. His eyes darted around, making note of everyone and where they were going. He jumped at Dean and Lainey going by. Their excitement was evident, and Blake tried but he was also nervous. He'd never done this before. He didn't know what to expect. Was it getting hot in there or was it just him? "I-Is I-i-t warm in here?" He asked as he began to follow Val. He adjusted his backpack, and stuck a finger into the collar of his shirt, fanning himself, as he took slow even breaths. He could feel his skin breaking out into a cold sweat and no doubt his hand was turning clammy in Val's hand as they walked towards TSA. He stumbled a bit over his feet, and he gulped. "W-what are we going to be doing?" He asked her. Thinking if he knew ahead of time it could better prepare him. "Seriously, did they turn on a heater?" He asked looking over at the others. "Is it warm in here to you?" His voice squeaked as he looked at Hugh Pennington . Logically, the Doctor side of Blake knew he was beginning to hyperventilate, as his breath was becoming more rappid, and he knew he needed to just take slow breaths, but the irrational and nervous side of his brain took over, and the closer they got to TSA the worse Blake got. "V-Val," Blake began to say as the room began to spin. His ears began to ring, and then his legs felt like they were turning into noodles as they gave out on him, and Blake fainted. |
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Post by Alex Knight on May 17, 2020 2:49:19 GMT
Alex beamed at Cleo with full joy in face, he did however look over at River Hughes "You'll be fine, Swear on it. Flying is honestly really nice." He said with a soft chuckle. He was excited to do all this, to go there to just fucking have some time to themselves, to actually make some new friends. "Blake buddy do you need....nevermind you're a doctor and would yell at me for offering you anything." He started to ask but thought better of it. He did give Val a slightly knowing look. The 'I can totally help you just cant tell him' sort of look. |
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Post by Hugh Pennington on May 17, 2020 2:56:32 GMT
Penn smiled in return to Valeria Winter and squeezed River Hughes into a hug. "Exactly. It's going to be great. It's far more fun to travel with other people and much more distracting too, in a good way." He said encouragingly and squeezing her hand as they all started to move towards TSA.
He frowned at Blake Carson though, he was clearly starting to freak out. His brow furrowed and he shook his head when Blake asked if it was hot. "It's actually more on the cold side..." he said hesitantly before he started to realize that the man was breathing far too quickly. Penn happened to be standing right by Blake and as the man started down towards the ground Penn let go of River's hand and grabbed Blake before he hit the ground.
He moved Blake to lay down on his back and grabbed his own backpack, tossing it under Blake's feet to elevate his legs above his heart. "Wave down a medic." Penn said calmly to Valeria Winter.
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Post by Lainey Yurkovich on May 17, 2020 2:59:27 GMT
Lainey hadn't pulled thaaat far ahead of the group, but her and Dean had certainly reached TSA before them. She could really boogy if she wanted too, and was currently putting her stuff in the grey bin they provided. She'd made sure to wear her Birkenstocks and had stuffed a set of socks in her bag in case her feet got cold. She looked around Dean to see where the others were when her eyes went wide and she touched Dean Baelish 's arm. "You certified in first aid?" She asked him quickly. He was a fitness trainer he had to know something right? "I think the doc needs a doctor." She said in concern. |
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Post by Cleo Saintclair on May 17, 2020 3:01:52 GMT
Cleo smiled sweetly at Alex Knight, loving how kind and encouraging he was being towards River Hughes. She glanced over at Blake Carson for a moment but didn't truly pay attention until the man suddenly fainted. "Oh my gosh." she squeaked, her hand moving to her mouth. She was worried about him but didn't want to make things worse by being overly dramatic.
When Hugh Pennington told Valeria Winter to grab a medic Cleo stepped forward. "It's okay, Val. I'll go." She said and turned to walk away. In just a minute or two she was back with a medic.
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Post by Dean Baelish on May 17, 2020 3:06:39 GMT
Dean was bouncing along happily and had just starting to take off his shoes when Lainey Yurkovich brought his attention to the scene. He frowned when he saw Blake on the floor. "Ah crap." He muttered. He wouldn't have pegged Blake Carson for a nervous flyer.
"Come on, let's go make sure he's okay." he said, motioning for Lainey to follow him as they got out of line and moved towards the group. It seemed the medic had arrived already so there was nothing for Dean to do.
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Post by Alex Knight on May 17, 2020 3:09:36 GMT
Alex blinked at the scene before him before clearing his throat. "He had a Panic Attack.. I used to get em all the time." He let go of Cleo for her to do what she needed and rustled through his bag finding two pill bottles and moving over to Blake to look at him. He looked over to Cleo once she returned and put his arm around her. "I have Xanax if needs one, that or a muscle relaxer.. both will probably knock him out."
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Post by Valeria Winter on May 17, 2020 3:18:28 GMT
It wasn't that Val flew all the time, but she did fly a few times for snowboarding competitions back in her racing days. It wasn't often since they usually just caravaned up if it was within a day's drive. She did remember that Blake had never been to an airport before. "Oh we're heading to TSA, so boarding pass, ID... and then shoes and metal off..." it wasn't like any of them had electronics anyways. As she eyed the lines to figure out which one was the shortest, Valeria wasn't sure if something was wrong or if there was nerves, but she did feel how clammy Blake Carson's hand was getting. "Sweetie are you ok-" she started when she turned to see Blake looking definitely not ok. Then he let go of her hand and fainted. "Holy shit!" Val exclaimed, sending a look of thanks to Hugh Pennington for catching her fiancee. "Thanks..." she squeaked out as she dropped to her knees to check on Blake. Ok he was still breathing so he was definitely alive. Her heart was pounding just as fast as his had been a few moments ago. She cradled his head in her lap, trying to not panic herself. "Oh fuck. Blake you better be ok," she said shakily. Her gut told her he was going to be fine, though the next 15 hours or so might be a bit of a challenge. Being around friends was helping her stay calm. She was so thankful for the support with Cleo Saintclair going to get a medic and Alex offering to share his drugs. She looked up at Alex Knight, "Panic attack? So you think he's gonna be fine right?" She was beginning to think that she might be the one that needs Xanax. |
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