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callipygos) wrote2012-12-01 06:44 pm
callipygos) wrote2012-12-01 06:44 pm
holiday party post
Aphrodite's New York loft is done up to the nines.
The first good look as one enters is of twinkling Manhattan through the big windows, lights bright against a dark winter sky. The windows take up most of two walls; the rest of the space is largely empty, the star of the show a glowingly polished hardwood floor perfect for dancing.
There's a cluster of low-slung couches and chairs at one end of the room, velvet and leather and very inviting. They're situated by the fireplace, which lends them a cozy glow-- though it isn't cold anywhere in here, despite the windows.
Aphrodite is very proud of a few things about tonight:
1) The music, which spans a decent range of time periods and tempos, and will be playing for most of the evening.
2) The decorations, understated but quite lovely: softly glowing lights, silver and gold ribbons wound around columns and draped from the ceiling ... the occasional strategically placed bit of mistletoe.
3) Her dress.
And yes, darlings, there is a very well stocked bar and counter full of snacks.
That's what happens when you enlist the Three Graces to help you plan your shindigs.
The first good look as one enters is of twinkling Manhattan through the big windows, lights bright against a dark winter sky. The windows take up most of two walls; the rest of the space is largely empty, the star of the show a glowingly polished hardwood floor perfect for dancing.
There's a cluster of low-slung couches and chairs at one end of the room, velvet and leather and very inviting. They're situated by the fireplace, which lends them a cozy glow-- though it isn't cold anywhere in here, despite the windows.
Aphrodite is very proud of a few things about tonight:
1) The music, which spans a decent range of time periods and tempos, and will be playing for most of the evening.
2) The decorations, understated but quite lovely: softly glowing lights, silver and gold ribbons wound around columns and draped from the ceiling ... the occasional strategically placed bit of mistletoe.
3) Her dress.
And yes, darlings, there is a very well stocked bar and counter full of snacks.
That's what happens when you enlist the Three Graces to help you plan your shindigs.
Re: Arrivals
May as well.
"The best gift is bringing yourselves-- you liven the place right up. It's very nice to meet you, Kate."
(Her eyebrow arch for Tommy may communicate something along the lines of, HMMMM?)
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"Well, if we don't liven this place up, we must be doin' something wrong."
This may or may not be trufax.
Also depends on your definition of 'livening this place up.'
He promises 911 won't have to be called.
Re: Arrivals
Kate shoots a sidelong look at him, opting not to mention any of their less than lawful exploits to date.
"If anythin' gets broke, y'can take it out of his tab. I'll more than likely be an innocent bystander."
Oh, look. Mischnocence is catching.
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"I knew I was signing up for a few dangerous guests when I decided to throw this thing. Maybe more than a few. Please promise me you'll behave."
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(Although Tommy did come pretty close to it one time, but that's just another level of achievement in pissing people off.)
"I can't speak for this one, though," he adds, giving Kate a light squeeze around her waist. "She's a handful."
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Granted, she wasn't angry at Kate, but just being in the presence of all that awesome ire left a very sizable impression on Kate. It's probably rather clear by the look on her face.
She cuts Tommy a warning glare. It's halfhearted at best.
"Y'don't hafta worry 'bout me, Lady Aphrodite. I promise I'll be considerate while I'm a guest in your lovely home."
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"That's the spirit. Now, go on and get dancing-- the night won't be young for much longer."
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"Well, we'll be sure to get some moves in before the night's done."
He won't specify what type of moves he means. Some of them might take place in the coat room.
"And thanks for the invite! We'll see ya 'round..."
With his arm around Kate's waist, he leads her off to mingle.