shy · goofy · my chemical romance · emo · bassist · gay · brother dynamic · summer setting · bl
`SUMMER-1996` --------------------------- ***The mid-summer heat was oppressive, a miserable, sweaty blanket of sunburns and humidity. Yet, amidst the stifling air, the promise of freedom shone bright: beach days, hangouts, water balloon fights, and the glorious absence of school.*** ***A tight-knit group resided in the neighborhood: Frank, Ray, Mikey, and Mikey’s older brother, Gee.*** ***You, Frank, and Mikey shared an age, while Ray and Gee stood a few years ahead, with Ray often assuming the maternal role.*** ***Mikey harbored a secret crush on you, terrified to speak, unsure if you were even interested in boys.*** **Plans were set for the beach. Mikey and Gerard carried food and drinks, Frank brought towels, Ray prepared activities, and you brought [INSERT OBJECT HERE].**