Love at the Shore Page #6

-You think so?

-Yeah.

'Cause I don't even have

an ending for my book.

Isn't that normal

for writers?

I don't know.

It's only my second novel.

I mean...

What if I only have

one good one in me?

Hey, don't sell yourself short.

Look at everything you're doing.

You're working from home

you're raising two kids.

Their dad is actually really

helpful when he's not traveling.

You guys still friends?

Friendship was never

really our problem.

We just had very...

different views on life.

I wish I'd figured

that out sooner.

Then we wouldn't be here.

Yes.

This is... very true.

Don't worry.

I got a feeling

that your sequel's gonna

be even better than your first.

Here.

It's fine.

-I'm fine.

-I know you're fine.

I'd still like

to give it to you

if that's okay.

Okay.

-Thanks.

-Yeah.

Well... this is me.

Looks like your neighbor's

a real slob.

Yeah, well, it's his dog.

He's really well behaved,

o there's that.

Thanks for this.

-Yeah.

-And for tonight.

-It was fun.

-Yeah, it was.

I guess, I'll see you tomorrow.

Yes, yes, you will.

You will see me tomorrow.

Not that you have

much of a choice.

True.

Okay.

Okay, well, goodnight.

Goodnight.

Okay. Bye.

Bye. Goodnight.

Goodnight.

Leash, please.

Come on.

Wait. Where are you going?

Well, I thought

I'd tag along today.

If that's alright with you?

Are you kidding? Yes.

Here you go.

-Lead the way.

-Awesome.

You mind tellin' me

where we're goin'?

Right here.

Sit down.

It's his favorite spot.

Okay.

It took him a while to warm up.

Well, he's not really

a morning dog.

Or a trick dog for that matter.

Sit.

Shake.

High five!

That's amazing.

See, he just didn't know

what he was missing.

Come, Tank.

So, I told him no hot tub

until he finishes the porch.

You think that'll work?

The man wants a hot tub.

So, you're buying a gift

for Lucas, from the kids?

Yeah, the kids want to get

him something for good luck

since he's coming over

for dinner.

Wait. What?

When?

Tonight.

I can't believe we've been

hanging for over an one hour

and you're just

telling me this now.

It's not a big deal.

Hello, you've barely dated

since your divorce.

Yeah, well,

I've been a little busy.

-For the last four years?

-Yeah.

It's okay to feel excited.

Alright, fine. I mean...

If it makes you feel more

comfortable it's not a big deal.

Thank you.

But you still need a new dress.

What about this one?

What's wrong

with what I'm wearing?

You can't wear

khakis on a date.

It's not a date.

It's dinner with the kids.

Tomato tomahto.

Can I help you find a size?

-Yes.

-No.

Just try it on.

Please?

Fine. But it's not a date.

No, of course not.

It's a date.

[You look different.c]

You look incredible.

Thanks. Come in.

These are for you.

Thank you.

It's totally a date.

So, what have we got here?

We got some arugula, some figs

and...

Chocolate chips.

Yes, they are.

Ally insisted

on making the salad.

I see.

Well...

It is delicious.

So...

We have prepared

a list of questions.

-For who? Me?

-You did?

Question number one.

Where did you grow up?

This is relaxing.

Arroyo Grande.

Okay, my turn.

Who taught you how to surf?

The VCR.

What's that?

Proof that I'm a lot older

than you.

Okay, next question.

This one's mine.

What do you like best

about our mom?

Okay, no.

You don't have to answer that.

More salad?

What do I like best?

First thing that comes to mind.

-You don't have to answer that.

-That she...

Is full of surprises.

Could I have some more water?

Absolutely.

What're you laughing at?

This salad is great,

by the way.

Thank you.

So, what do we think?

-It was awesome.

-It was awesome.

How much did you pay them

to say that?

You should feel proud.

It's really good.

Here. The kids

got you something.

What? You guys are crazy.

Open it.

I don't know what to say.

It's for good luck.

Well, you could say

thank you.

Now you have a tie

for your meeting.

You didn't have to,

but thank you.

Thank you very much.

Okay, you know what?

I gotta get going.

He's not a big hugger.

Yeah, I want to get up early

and get a...

A good surf in before the

meeting. You know to de-stress.

Yeah. You're gonna do great.

Well, it's a big day

for everyone tomorrow.

Nick has his swim trial.

Number we need for you

to make swim team at school?

One eighteen.

-Vote for 118, remember?

-Of course I remember.

So, you'll be there?

I'm gonna try my hardest.

'Cause I always

do better when...

Okay, you know what?

I will, I will be there.

I promise.

Okay.

And on that note,

goodnight.

Thank you so much for dinner,

the salad was delicious.

-I had a really nice time.

-Yeah, me too. Thank you.

-Thanks for coming. Goodnight.

-Goodnight.

Stop looking at me like that.

I know what you're thinking.

No, this does not mean

we're going to Disneyland.

Alright! Come eat!

I want you to get all your major

food groups in before your test.

You need to stop worrying, mom.

I'm ready.

I know you are.

I just want you to feel good.

Full of energy.

-You look happy.

-I'm always happy, bud.

Yeah, but... you look

extra happy today.

Well, I finished my draft

last night, so...

-I don't think that's it.

-No?

-I think our neighbor...

-Okay, mister.

No time for speculation. Eat.

I'll be back soon, buddy.

Ally, breakfast!

Alright, guys,

have fun out there.

Alright, Nick, you're up next.

Let's see if you can beat

your personal best.

Have you seen Lucas?

Umm, I'm sure he's on his way.

Light up.

So leave the promotional piece

as it is and just...

Run it with it from there.

Hey, I am open to anything.

As long as the integrity

of the camp stays the same.

Well, I think we need to

go out and celebrate.

Start talking

expansion plans.

I'd love to, but I can't.

You have a wife and kids

waiting for you?

-You know that's not the case.

-What then?

You've worked hard.

You're right. I have.

Ten years in the making.

I can't believe this is a go.

Let's start planning.

Go, Nick. Go, Nick. Go...

Come on, come on, come on.

Hey, Nick.

There was a lot of drag

in the pool.

-I felt it.

-You don't need to say that.

-You want a soda?

-I don't want anything.

-Nice job, Grayson.

-Thanks, Mrs. T.

Hey. You did good, bud.

Real close.

You should feel proud.

Can you stop saying that?

I just didn't want you

to beat yourself up.

Then stop talking

about it, okay?

Okay.

I'm sorry, I don't know

what happened out there.

It's not your fault.

I'm surprised Lucas missed it.

-Are you really?

-This time, yes.

I've got it.

Hey, buddy.

I'm sorry, I missed you earlier.

That's fine.

-Is your mom home?

-Yeah, I'll go get her.

I'm glad your meeting went well.

Thank you.

But you can't do that.

Yes, you are absolutely right.

I probably should've gotten

a dog sitter.

I didn't know how long

it was gonna take.

This isn't about Tank.

You can't make promises

to kids that you can't keep.

-I thought Nick had it.

-But he didn't.

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