Bastian Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 10:56:32 PM)
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Elise Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 10:56:52 PM)
*she pulls out of the drive that heads to the plantation, turning the wrong way to take the scenic route back to Navarre, and once they're on their way* Sorry I'm out of sorts, baby. I know it's no fun. I'll try to get out of my funk.
Bastian Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 10:58:02 PM)
I don't care about you being fun. I do care about you feeling okay though. Anything I can do to help?
Elise Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 10:59:10 PM)
*she shakes her head, keeping her eyes on the road* Not really. Megan just didn't tell me that the Project's part of the Foundation...not that I care, but I don't think I ought to be doing it and on the Board. Seems like a conflict of interest, doesn't it? *glancing over at him*
Bastian Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:00:34 PM)
In theory. I guess it depends on what your duties on the Board are.
Elise Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:01:57 PM)
Right and who would know what those might be. *shaking her head, looking back to where they're going* It's just frustrating. I can't really move forward till she decides to call me back to talk about it.
Bastian Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:05:49 PM)
Is there any definition to the positions of leadership within the Foundation?
Elise Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:06:24 PM)
None that anyone's told me about yet. *shrugging* You'd think that might be important information. But maybe they haven't decided yet. Who knows.
Bastian Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:07:32 PM)
Perhaps that should be the next order of business? To clearly define the jobs and responcibilities of the Board and other positions?
Elise Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:08:51 PM)
I would think so. *she shakes her head* Honestly, I think it's like a disease around here. Let's start stuff without really thinking about what we're doing and then let's not follow through either. *she frowns, sighing, making the first turn*
Bastian Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:11:00 PM)
Need someone to get out the Roberts Rules of Order?
Elise Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:12:07 PM)
*she smiles* I actually have a copy...*she looks at him* And know how to use it. *smirking at him* But you can come play Parliamentarian if you want.
Bastian Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:12:50 PM)
Do I get to put on the white wig too?
Elise Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:13:51 PM)
*she nods* Sure. And a big black robe if you want.
Bastian Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:15:37 PM)
*He laughs a little.* I might get in trouble for sexually harassing the Secretary though. *Smirk.* In all seriousness, you probably just need to get these people organized. Hell, it is an 'Organiz'ation right?
Elise Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:18:09 PM)
*she nods* Right. *she slows to a stop, making the next turn after another car passes them* Just finding them is half the problem. *she sighs, but then smiles at him again* Thank you for listening, sugar. You always make me feel better.
Bastian Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:21:09 PM)
Well, if you want my help, I will certainly lend it where I can. But, I don't want to step on any toes. Perhaps I could draw up a simple example of an organization and division of power and responcibility? Perhaps some framework you guys can mold to your needs?
Elise Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:22:03 PM)
You don't mind? *pulling out and continuing towards their house*
Bastian Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:23:16 PM)
No. Just need a little information.
Elise Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:23:24 PM)
Like what?
Bastian Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:24:29 PM)
How many board members? One leader/President? Do you need a charter on how moneys will be allocated?
Elise Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:25:12 PM)
*she looks at him and smiles* Maybe you ought to make me a list? Since no one's bothered to tell me any of that yet?
Bastian Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:26:26 PM)
*He nods.* You do know the most effective use of Robert's book right?
Elise Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:26:51 PM)
Throwing it at people who don't listen? *smiling as she turns back to the road*
Bastian Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:28:36 PM)
*He smiles.* That's my girl.
Bastian Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:29:25 PM)
Remember spine first. If you throw it the other way it opens up and just is not as effective.
Elise Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:29:37 PM)
*she grins, turning down their street, chuckling*
Bastian Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:31:12 PM)
You know, I almost thought it was something else bothering you.
Elise Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:32:31 PM)
What's that?
Bastian Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:35:08 PM)
Just with Andy and them talking so much about his parents and you getting quieter and quieter... I thought there was some connection. I am glad there was not. I am happy it is something I can help solve. Problems like lost loved ones don't have answers really.
Elise Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:36:42 PM)
*she stops waiting for the garage door to go up, looking at him* It wasn't that. *she smiles a little*
Bastian Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:38:35 PM)
*He waits for her to pull into the Garage and lets out a sigh as he relaxes a little.* Good to be home.
Elise Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:39:09 PM)
It is. *she cuts the engine and pulls the keys out of the ignition*
Bastian Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:40:54 PM)
*He hops out and walks around to her side and opens her door. He stands there in her doorway looking her over.*
Elise Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:42:02 PM)
*she turns to get out, but stops, smiling at him* We can have an actual fire to heat the house tonight.
Bastian Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:44:31 PM)
*He puts his arms around her and lifts her into his arms. He hip checks the door closed.* Want to sleep bundled up on the floor listening to the crackle of the fire?
Elise Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:45:17 PM)
*she nods, smiling to him, putting an arm around his shoulders* That sounds perfect.
Bastian Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:49:29 PM)
*He carries her inside and set her on the couch while he gets the pallet of blankets and pillows ready on the floor.*
Elise Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:50:06 PM)
*she pulls off her shoes* You know, I could have helped with that.
Bastian Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:52:41 PM)
I got it. You sit there and relax. Take off your clothes. I'll start the fire... then get you warmed up... *He smiles as he puts a couple of logs in the fireplace.*
Elise Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:55:12 PM)
*she grins, continuing to pull articles of clothing off, sweatshirt, socks, jeans...all the way down to nothing...and making her way over towards him to wrap up in the blankets*
Bastian Schmitz (Jan 11, 2011 11:57:56 PM)
*He smiles as the fire comes to light and turns to find a naked woman in front of him.* Well, hello there. *He peels out of his sweatshirt and t-shirt together and flexes his chest for her.*