Laughing On A Park Bench

[Scarlett Mikaela Love]

*Brushing her bangs out of her eyes Scarlett made her way to the Sliver Springs Park. She swiftly made a turn into the park, a cool breeze immediately overcoming her, making her gorgeous blonde hair blow wildly yet gracefully in the soft wind. She could see that the park was somewhat deserted but that wasn't anything new...especially around this time of day. In fact, it was already quarter to four and students were already dismissed from their classes and the kiddies who played in the park were probably still in school. Other students were probably off doing something namely much cooler somewhere else off campus. But that didn't matter to Scarlett. Not at this moment anyways. The sun was hot and the day couldn’t have been anymore beautiful (of course, when was it not beautiful in Florida?). This was just the prefect place to hang out, even just for a little while.
Scarlett began to walk at a rather slow pace towards a little park bench that stood near the playground. She then quicken her step a little, making her grip on her school bag tighter, as she walked down the pathway until she reached the bench. It didn't take very long for the blonde to reach the bench. Once she got there, she swung her bag over her shoulder, settled it down beside her.
Scarlett looked up into the sky looked absolutely perfect. It was a brilliant blue and as corny as it may seem, the clouds did looked as fluffy as ever. The sun rays hit perfectly on her skin, giving her a warm sensation. Scarlett allowed herself to relax and inhale deeply. The peace around her was keeping her relaxed and in a good mood.*

[Daniel Dillingham]

*Daniel walked out the school doors, he felt the cool air hit his face. It was refreshing, it was like a splash of water. He wasn't to sure if he wanted to take his usual route home, he decided that he would go through the park. Danny crossed street to the park, he looked at the path way through the park, seeing that some of the leaves where falling off the trees. He smiled, it reminded him of fall from up north, though it wasn't the same. It way warmer here than up north, and once the leaves fall here they grow right back. He walked down the path to see lovely girl relaxing on the bench, he hadn't seen before. Danny walked up to her and wasn't really sure what to say "What in the world do I say... Hi I saw you lying on the bench and my do you look pretty, I thought I say hi.... no no no, ok just say hi.... yeah I'll just say hi." He was about to stop in front of her when he tripped on his untied shoe lace, and he fell right on top of her.*

H...i.. Shoot..

*He layed there on top of her for a couple seconds before getting up quickly. He couldn't believe what had just happened, he just wanted to dissapear. "Danny, how can you be so stupid, watch where your going next." He sighed, he wasn't sure what to do, he didn't even know what to think. "Oh my god, she probably hates me.". He checks to make sure she is ok.*

Oh god, I am so so sorry.... Are you ok?

*He just stood there not sure what else to do. He turned red.*

[Scarlett Mikaela Love]

*Days like this were Scarlett’s absolute favourite. She had been sitting on the same bench for the past hour and twenty-two minutes, watching little groups of kiddies run wildly into the park. Some headed straight for the playground, their guardian on watch guard, there were people jogging with their dogs as some frolicked and laughed in the grasses of the endless field. It didn’t bother her that much though. She was perfectly happy where she was. And besides, the Park was known to be anything but boring…that is if you were with the right people.
The sun shone more brightly then it had just moments before and Scarlett was already feeling the heat aim at her from all angles. After a while of grazing and watching people walk by, Scarlett ransacked her bag and fished out a book she had been reading earlier. She finally found it and thumbed through the pages finding her place. She then slid herself further down on the bench and tucked a piece of hair behind her air slightly as she turned the page of the novel in which she was currently reading. Little did she know she was about to get some company…
She heard footsteps near her, but Scarlett’s mind was wondering off in the book that she was reading. She didn’t look up until she heard a voice that was in the midst of saying ‘hi’ and the sound of one tripping. She didn’t look up in time, not able to stop whoever it was from falling. She closed her eyes tightly and let out an ‘eep!’ in instinct as she felt a body fall upon her. It took her a moment or so to find herself looking up at the unfamiliar boy (who seemed to be around her age) that was now on top of her. She blushed deeply, asking herself how she found herself in this situation. Great! What a perfect awkward meeting. The horror in her eyes faded to her usual sparkling blues. She wasn’t able to take in the boy’s features expect for his deep brown eyes and dark hair as he quickly got off her. Scarlett sat back up, her breathing and her heart rate slowed down to the normal. She could tell the boy felt very embarrassed like she was. When he asked her if she was alright, Scarlett couldn’t help but let out a laugh as she dusted herself off and brushed her hair away from her face. She looked at the boy, now standing. He’s actually is pretty cute…for someone who just happened to randomly squish me..’. A laugh escaped her mouth as she nods reassuringly at the boy.*

Yes, yes. I’m perfectly fine! See?

*She carefully flung her arms and stretched out her legs as if to show with proof that she was really okay. She giggled as the boy turned red. If this wasn't alreadly awkward, it would be now.*

Even though you, scared the wits out of me! I guess I forgive you. Although, it was kind of funny. Next time you might not have someone to fall on.

*Lets out another laugh as she smiles up at him.*

[Daniel Dillingham]

*Still red, he tried to smile. He felt to much of a dork now after this had happen. He nodded to her agreeing that she was fine. He watched as she showed that she was fine again, he felt really awkward. He wondered what people around where thinking; Seeing this girl flinging her arms around and her legs to some guy. He looked around, the park then back to her. It was so hard for him to be there beside thie beautiful girl, especially that he fell down on her. He nodded while listening to her.*

Thanks, I swear I can be so clumsy sometimes... *He whispered quickly under his breath so she couldn't hear* I hope you would be the one I fall on again...

*He wasn't really to sure if to sit down beside her on the bench, or to just stand there. He realized that he didn't intruduce himself, after the fall and all.*

So... How about we start on a fresh slate... *He extends his hand out.* I'm Daniel.

[Scarlett Mikaela Love]

*A soft gust of wind blew past them. Scarlett pushed back a strand of hair as her eyes fell momentarily onto the boy. How she was able to talk with this boy without overly embarrassing herself and becoming all giggly... was beyond her. She smiled at him seeing he was still blushing. She then realized how awkward he must felt when she was flinging her arms, almost like a mad woman… heck if someone did the same to her, she’d be blushing like mad too. Her cheeks turned a light pink as she let out a shy laugh. She briefly looked over her shoulders around at her surroundings to see if anyone else at the park were watching them.
She then turned back to boy, giving him an apologetic smile. Spoke to soon. If it wasn't awkward.. it is now , she tought. She laughed a little of what he had said next, shaking her head softly.*

Er, sorry that was probably very weird for you... and now for me..

Everyone can be clumsy… trust me. I’m a whole lot of clumsy too! It's good to see that you're still in one piece!

*She heard him mutter something under his breath, so she raised an eyebrow at him curiously before quickly shaking it off. She probably was just hearing things, she thought. They were both standing there… she imagined that they probably look the most awkward people at the park. A small smile tugged at the corners of her lips as he introduced himself. She nods, holding back a laugh and shook his hand firmly yet gently at the same time.*

Oh, hello. It’s lovely to meet you Daniel… I’m Scarlett

*She flashed him a smile. She could tell the boy debated whether he should sit or stay standing. So she made things easier for him and decided they should sit a while, while picking up her book that fell onto the ground. Her smile unwavering, she sat down and then patted the seat beside her, motioning for him to sit down too.*

So Daniel, what brings you here on this beautiful day?