DISH-PATCH (029): Breakthrough - Sure, Why Not...?

And so it was that Suit-in-transition, MEREDITH, found her way over-the-hill, for a mid-week, WESTSIDE adventure that included a walkabout with her friend (and mentor), Former Suit, KATIE.

Katie had been tipped off that… let’s just say, a visit was coming … but the why (??) was left a mystery. We’ll now pick up the story by the Shore, as WEST CLIFF beckons… Let’s follow along to see WHAT. HAPPENS. NEXT. –The Gang.

FADE IN:

EXT. WEST CLIFF

MEREDITH
Wow! This is… so nice!

KATIE
Yeah… the JUNE GLOOM magically disappeared shortly before you got here. You scored, my friend.

She smiles as she is gathering herself, which Katie notices.

KATIE
Lots on your mind, eh?

MEREDITH
Yes… but in a good way and … that’s not how its been, ya know?

KATIE
Yeah… I know…

MEREDITH
Weird… a part of me doesn’t want to jinx it by talking about it… yet…

They walk along silently for a bit.

KATIE
I think… I understand… When I… got started on the path to… my transition to a more… meaningful existence… er… uh… fulfilling perhaps that the word… It started with… noticing things I blew by before and then my mind kinda grabbed onto things that would lead me to other things and … off I was on this adventure uniquely mine…

…off I was on this adventure uniquely mine…

KATIE
I’d get back to my daily routine and … never be able to articulate where I’ve been or what I discovered… I. JUST. DID.
And frankly speaking, felt hella better — wanting to DO AGAIN another day.

Meredith ponders.

MEREDITH
Exactly! That’s it…! Not the what but the HOW it impacts you and… is it EFFECT or AFFECT ?

…I like stimulates … motivates… triggers… heck… AWAKENS works, too!

KATIE
I like stimulates … motivates… triggers… heck… AWAKENS works.

MEREDITH
Ah… I like that… AWAKENS…

She pauses as she looks out toward outcropping of rocks with marine life. Katie follows her eyes.

Captured by master Thaler

MEREDITH
Normally… I look at that… at them like I look at the surfers as we get closer to the lighthouse and that area… And I think… actually… I don’t think… They are just part of the background … of what makes THIS… so WONDERFUL.

Katie smiles.

MEREDITH
The other night… I found out that there are different breeds of seals and some more social than others and…

Stopping to watch.

MEREDITH
Totally makes sense… not all dogs are alike… Heck… KEE-RA… I’m so lucky he’s in my life.

Kee-Ra’s ready…

KATIE
We heart the Happy Puppy and so does GEAR GUY hubby.

With her head, she motions towards home.

MEREDITH
Good change of pace for him… hanging at your house getting his BRO-DUDE on…

They laugh…

MEREDITH
I guess… the point being… I’m never going to remember the types of seals… The person who shared with us… that’s her world. BUT… I will look at the seals and think… those are incredible beings who… play a role in making this person… HAPPY… She was so… animated telling the story that you felt something stir… can’t explain, but…

KATIE
My friend… You are definitely onto something… Keep going!

MEREDITH
Going? As in… you wanna hear more yammering or are you thinking longer term… like the journey I’m on…?

KATIE
Great question… and BOTH is my answer… I know there are “HEAR YOUR EARS” things for our “WALK-FEETS” sessions… Like today’s.
Love it. Want to be available whenever you feel the urge to fly-the-hill as there’s a lifetime of breakthroughs ahead which means even MORE Awesomer stories to share, ya know?

MEREDITH
AWESOMER…?!?

KATIE
You’ll pick up, if you haven’t already that I… er… we have our own language… Fortunately for me, Gear Guy enjoys playing along… You’re welcome to try…

She laughs.

MEREDITH
You know… Actually, that’d be fun and another welcomed diversion…

They continue to walk along, and then Meredith nudges Katie.

MEREDITH
Okay… I’m new at this, but… I sensed… like ALL CAPS “SENSED” that you got something else you’re noodling on.

She gives Katie a look and cracks herself up before continuing.

MEREDITH
… a PROFOUNDERMENT! That’s it… You’ve got a profound + wonderment to share?

[Note: “Profound” describes something of great intensity, depth, or significance. It applies to abstract ideas that require deep insight, highly intense emotions, or sweeping, thorough changes. And Wonderment is a noun that describes a feeling of surprised amazement, awe, and joy, often sparked by something beautiful, strange, or unexpected. It captures that “wow” moment when you see or experience something so remarkable that you can hardly believe it.]

KATIE
Wow! Quick learner, you are.

She fist bumps Meredith.

KATIE
Impressive, that mash-up word… And yeah… circling back around, when I say “KEEP GOING” it is related to YOUR JOURNEY.

Something I learned is that… the breakthroughs… the WOO-HOOs!! Will have a long lasting impact on your day-to-day… You’ll be operating on a sort of super-stoked level that you won’t be able to explain… NOR should you. Just enjoy the extra energy and…

MEREDITH
Keep going…?

KATIE
That’s the whole KOKO thing… KEEP ON, KEEPIN’ ON…!

MEREDITH
Gotcha.

So they continue to walk along in silence… taking in the sea breezes and views, when Katie starts laughing.

MEREDITH
Uh… Care to share with the class…?

KATIE
Sorry ‘bout that. Rather spontaneously… Something I saw my eyes just now… a visual of… PEARLS the cartoon…

MEREDITH
PEARLS BEFORE SWINE…? Pig? Rat?

KATIE
Yes, and… Did you see…? There’s a recurring one where one of ’em climbs a hill seeking wisdom from the guru at the top and the pay off is… always kinda silly…

Pearls classic…

KATIE
…AND very much a reminder that the WISE ASS on the HILL doesn’t have the answers… Nobody has the answers…
So JUST. KEEP. GOING !!

Meredith ponders.

MEREDITH
Ya know… Like… Sure… Why not?

Katie gives her look with a twinkle in her eyes. Meredith nods and smiles.

MEREDITH
It was… Something I wrote in my MUSINGS… AND… How I ended up here today, actually… The timeouts… The break-outs ARE essential… and I need to adopt more of that … Sure… Why not? mindset.

A smiling Katie nods and then a look comes over her face.

MEREDITH
What…?

KATIE
Something just popped into my mind…

Katie points towards the hills and beyond.

KATIE
There’s a thing called PRESCRIBED BURN… You’ve heard of it?

MEREDITH
From alerts as in… Not to panic, right?

KATIE
Yes, and… it’s a way for controlling invasive plant species, removing fuels like leaves and dead grasses while recycling their nutrients back into the soil… good for the ecosystem while… making it somewhat safer IF a real FIRE happens… less to fuel it… but…

Prescribed burns show the way…

MEREDITH
Ya going all SMOKEY THE BEAR on me now?

KATIE
Just… as a natureful analogy…

There’s a pause, as Meredith “sees her eyes” what Katie is getting at.

…So BREAK OUT SESSIONS are like prescribed burns…?

MEREDITH
So… BREAK OUT SESSIONS are like prescribed burns…?

KATIE
Helping you THRIVE... yes… better prepared for those… FIRES… if you will.

Meredith smiles.

KATIE
Been there. Done that. What’s essential…

MEREDITH
Is invisible to the eye… Right?

They fist bump.

MEREDITH
Like it! Memorable, but will also share with Kee-Ra on our way back. He’ll help me…

Just then, a picnic bench comes into view.

MEREDITH
Can I show you something?

KATIE
Sure !

MEREDITH
As in… Sure, Why not?

They fist bump and head over to the table.

While Meredith is playing with her PAK, Katie has pulled out a coaster to scribble on…

Ponderment written on the back…

AWARENESS is heightened from the breakout sessions… which triggers CURIOSITY… and INGENUITY…

KATIE
You operate on a way higher level… With WAY more ENERGY… And that is why I highly encourage you to grab onto the “SURE, WHY NOTs?” of which you speak.

All smiles, Meredith withdraws a green and yellow package from her PAK.

MEREDITH
Ta.. Dah!!

FADE OUT.

That’s a Wrap…

THAT… Was a very productive WESTSIDE session… AND, there’s more!

Want a hint?