the silly little things. [video]

[gardeningaia]

Happy birthday to you... [ It's Aerith singing, but the journal is actually pointed at a gray wolf, winged on one side. He doesn't look all that excited by the song, but he does pay attention and gives his head a little toss as though to acknowledge her. There's scampering heard as a black dog runs into the room and Aerith turns the journal his way, still singing. ]

Happy birthday tooo yooouuu... [ At Aerith's playful lilt, Baldr immediately perks up, tail wagging. He barks something; it doesn't translate over the journals, but Aerith gives him a quick "that's right! Happy!" when she finishes the line.

And switches over to the tortoise, who...is looking like a rock with all the cold weather. Just look at that snow piled outside the window. ] Happy birthday dear Za~ack,

Happy--oh, Hope!

[ The journal flips over from the tortoise to Hope, Aerith gesturing at him to come over. The teenager looks at Aerith with a startled expression. "What are you doing?"

"Singing Zack a happy birthday! Come on, I need a tenor!"

...That's when he notices the journal and BACKS UP, eyes wide. "I'm not singing!"

"Hoooope--" ...Nope, he's gone. Aerith sighs and then turns the journal on herself, returning to a big smile. ]

Happy birthday to you! From all of us. Even if Hope's a little embarrassed. Stay safe. You too, Light, Raine, Buffy--everyone. I hope everyone comes back okay.

Comments

[ voice ]

[herotypical]

[ she catches this after one of her little letters sent back and forth to sparrow. so buffy props open the journal and...

and when her name comes up? ]

Hmm. Thanks, Aerith. Mucho appreciated.

[ voice ]

[gardenerofgaia.livejournal.com]

Buffy! [ Definitely happy to hear from you. ] You holding up okay?

[ voice ]

[herotypical]

Both fine and dandy. How's the village?

[ voice ]

[gardenerofgaia.livejournal.com]

Snowed in. Mother Nature is definitely being bossy about it being winter now. But, it seems like everyone's got shelter so we'll do all right. It can't snow forever.

[voice]

[thestormishere]

[ Things aren't very enjoyable down in the mines, of course, but at this irreparably cheesy message, Lightning manages to summon up a bit of amusement, at least-- if just for seeing Hope teased and her silly dog being as 'Baldr' as ever.

And obviously, she's not going to fault an attempt to make Zack feel better- she really hopes her absolutely terrible birthday luck isn't rubbing off on him too, but considering they're in the middle of a fight that wasn't their choice and all, that's-- not looking positive. ]

Hm... thanks, Aerith.

[voice]

[gardenerofgaia.livejournal.com]

[ You will take your cheese and sappy syrup and like it :9 She knows you guys are in danger with the fighting but... you especially of all people probably don't need to be reminded of that so she tries to keep it light for the moment. ] Hehe. Have you ever heard Hope sing? I bet he's got a nice voice.

[thestormishere]

I haven't.

[ She pauses, her oddly neutral voice trailing off as she considers that. Considering she's still ready to fly back into action at a moment's notice, yeah, she's deceptively calm-sounding right now. ]

And I doubt any of us ever will.

[Voice]

[wise_maiden]

[The antics are a refreshing distraction that she's able to catch during a quiet moment. It's a small comfort to stumble onto anyway, despite the situation.]

... thank you, Aerith. How are things back in Luceti?

[Voice]

[gardenerofgaia.livejournal.com]

Snooowy. I've never seen so much. There might not be anyone getting outside today, but otherwise we're okay.

[Voice]

[wise_maiden]

Is that so? I hope everyone was prepared for that circumstance... it did seem like we were in for that sort of weather before we left.

[Voice]

[no-use-running.livejournal.com]

[Birthdays shouldn't be forgotten, even - especially - here. So Ami adds her own voice; not singing, but at least passing along her good wishes.]

Please extend my birthday greetings as well.

[Voice]

[gardenerofgaia.livejournal.com]

Are you friends with Zack too? I'll pass it on. I know he'll appreciate it.

[Voice]

[no-use-running.livejournal.com]

We've only spoken once or twice, but, I think a birthday should be remembered.

voice

[consultmybooks]

[It's a few seconds before Giles replies. Once he does, he sounds...a little subdued.]

Seconding that here.

Re: voice

[gardenerofgaia.livejournal.com]

[...That doesn't sound too good.]

Giles? Buffy's really tough. A lot of them out there are. So, they can pull through this.

[voice]

[trueknight]

Huh ... I didn't realize it was his birthday today.

[... And he's out in that during it. Figures.]

[voice] ...would they have maybe seen each other at Good Spirits?

[gardenerofgaia.livejournal.com]

Today's the day, December 16th. I wanted to do a little more, but that'll just have to wait for everyone coming back home. [ because they aaare coming home, yes they are. she smiles. ] Maybe you can sing him something too?

Most likely! And sorry for the slow, haha |D;

[trueknight]

That's something no one needs to hear, let alone on their birthday.

[nevermyproblem.livejournal.com]

[ You can tell he's blatantly ignoring your birthday wishes for the stranger he really isn't sure how to feel about. ]

What is that?

[gardenerofgaia.livejournal.com]

It's... a song. You've heard this one before, haven't you?

[ You go on blatantly ignoring, Cloud, but expect to be teased a bit. You weren't very specific about what "that" was anyway, even if she can guess. ]

[Voice]

[lezareno_prez]

Would this birthday happen to be in need of a cake? While I can't promise one right away, I can certainly offer an IOU.

[Voice] /late late late

[gardenerofgaia.livejournal.com]

Well you know, the birthday boy can't take it right away, so an IOU would work out for everyone! That sounds wonderful, Regal. I love your cakes. --Oh right, this is for Zack. [ Her grin widens, as if teasing to make him secondguess if that cake would really get to the intended recipient. ]

[Voice]

[wingenvy]

Hey, thanks! Just what I needed, a little birthday cheer!

[Oh, Aerith. Why do you never fail to perk him right back up when he's feeling even a little bit down?]

[Voice]

[gardenerofgaia.livejournal.com]

Regal said he'll make a cake for you later. You should think about what kind you want.

And Ami wants you to have a happy birthday too.

Buuuut...Yuri won't sing for you. [ Isn't this a shaaaaame. ]

[Voice]

[wingenvy]

....Well... I think I can live without Yuri singing, if I get a cake.

[Ha. Hahaha. That would probably be way too weird.]