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Rose Landry
6:03 AM
I'm bored
Let's play a game
Hi Rose.
Isn’t it 3AM for you, you’re still in LA right?
Ugh thank god
I knew you'd be awake
How? I don’t think I showed you my schedule for this month.
You like to be up by sunrise
It was a safe bet haha
Oh alright. Why are you up so late?
Idk
I guess I’m kinda restless after spending the last few hours stuck in hair and makeup
Remind me to never sign up for another movie that needs me in body paint
Didn’t your contract say three movies?
Oh you remember!
God I hate franchises sometimes
Bet you don’t hate the money though.
Shane you bitch
I’m sorry that was rude.
No no you’re good
I almost forgot how funny you are
I hope you don’t.
That’s kinda why I texted?
I miss you Shane
I just felt really lonely being here the past couple weeks, LA can be suffocating in its isolation
I wanted to talk to a friend
Oh.
I’m sorry, that must suck.
I did think it was odd that you texted to play a game.
That wasn’t entirely untrue
I do have a game to play with you
We became friends through rather…unusual circumstances I’d say
Understatement of the fucking year.
Haha exactly
So we missed out on getting to know each other in yk?
A normal friend way
Wait, you think you didn’t know me when we dated?
Umm...
Right
So I found the perfect way to speed up that process a little
We ask each other 36 questions and answer honestly to all of them
They are designed to help people get to know each other
This sounds just like the NYT quiz Jackie was talking about at dinner last week, 36 questions that lead to love.
Hayden fell asleep halfway through the quiz and ended up on the couch for a week.
Okay so…it technically is that quiz
I just repurposed it
I am nottt looking for a repeat with you
So don’t worry about anyone being led to love
Ouch.
It's not weird right?
No it’s not, I would like to get to know you better too :).
Oh. My. God.
What?
Did Shane Hollander just use an emoticon on text?
Shut up
You have literally never used an emoticon once
Definitely not with me at least
MAYBE the occasional emoji
Okay fine, I started using some emoticons because it makes the twins happy when they text me on Jackie’s phone.
Aww you are so cute
I am now even more excited to do this with the newly improved version of you on text
Shut up, I’m not that boring of a texter.
I dare you to find a single grammar mistake in your texts
It's proper!
Point proven
Okay first question
6:27 AM
Rose?
Are you there?
Given the choice of anyone in the world, whom would you want as a dinner guest?
Sorry it took me a while to pull up the questions and type it out
You could have copied the text and pasted it.
...
What?
I am annoyed with myself for not realizing that and having you of all people point that out
See, I told you I am not too bad at texting.
Fine
Now tell me
Dinner guest of choice
Do they have to be alive?
Hmm
Idk you choose
Okay.
Wait
It cannot be a hockey related answer
Fuck, that's not fair.
If I wanted a history of hockey’s founding fathers I would check wikipedia
I’m insulted you think I would know less than what Wikipedia would offer.
True
In another life you would be the top editor of half the hockey wiki pages
I can’t even argue with that.
Fuck, this question is making me realize I don’t necessarily want to have dinner with anyone in particular?
Really?
I mean, yeah? I like eating with my parents.
Hayden and JJ are fine too I guess.
Love Jackie and the kids, but that can get overwhelming fast.
Wow
So dinner’s not really your thing then?
Not one bit.
If you HAD TO have dinner with someone tonight, who’s the first person you picture.
6:39 AM
Shane?
Sorry, I’m still here.
Got anyone in mind?
Nope, of course not.
Alright
Lemme expand it to fictional characters too
Got any hot disney men you wanted as a kid?
God no, I don’t think I could find an animation hot.
Idk man I was obsessed with the prince in the little mermaid
Eric was it?
That’s a good pick.
I think I have my answer.
I genuinely have no idea what to expect
Courage.
What
As in…the dog?
Yes.
Your dinner guest of choice is Courage the Cowardly Dog??
Look, I can explain.
I always hated that he was called “cowardly”. Every time I watched that show, I would have nightmares for days. He was so valid for being scared, cowardly my ass. I think he deserves a nice dinner for all the horrors he has been through.
Wow
That is a surprisingly well thought out answer
Thank you! What about you?
My late uncle Kenny
I will tell you about him one day
Talking about him makes me too sad
That’s okay. He must have been an amazing person.
The best
Ok next question
2. Would you like to be famous? In what way?
Does this apply to us?
Hmm wait
Let me rephrase
Do you like being famous?
Absolutely not.
Entirely? Even the cushy brand deals?
Well, I guess I definitely love the money.
The rest of it though, not so much.
That's fair
I think a lot of famous people would agree with you
If I could just play hockey, with none of the fame, including brand deals and all that, I would easily pick that.
Idk if I would go that far myself
I am a pretty private person, but there is definitely a small part of me that loves the adoration and accolades that can come with acting.
That makes sense, it’s your art. I don’t need people to tell me I am the best player, but it doesn’t hurt to hear your fans scream it.
Exactly
Though the constant fucking criticism is insane
Especially online
And the stalking.
OMG remind me to tell you about this freak that kept following me and Miles in Paris
We rannn into the limo from our hotel
Fuck, that sounds rough.
I sometimes wish I could go all Bjork in Bangkok on them
Sorry what? Is that even English?
God I am almost jealous of you
Why?
You’re gonna get to listen to Vespertine for the first time next month
I likely have to do reshoots in Montreal
I hope you do!
Fingers crossed
Next question
3. Before making a telephone call, do you ever rehearse what you are going to say? Why?
Doesn't everyone?
Shane...
What?
Don’t tell me you rehearse EVERY call you make??
Well of course not, not every call.
I just don’t like surprises, being prepared doesn’t hurt.
Wow
I’m pretty much the total opposite I just wing it
I would rather die.
4. What would constitute a “perfect” day for you?
I don’t know how to answer this one.
That makes sense
It’s a pretty broad question
Maybe any day where I can just be. Nothing crazy, just not have to think or do anything.
What about you?
I was gonna say a day at the beach but yours sounds better
Not thinking at the beach doesn’t sound so bad.
5. When did you last sing to yourself? To someone else?
I don’t even remember? My mom said I have a nice voice.
But that was when I was a kid.
I don't really sing.
Now I have to take you to karaoke with me
That's not really my scene.
You’ll love it
I sing all the time
Horribly of course
Literally this morning I sang till Marie begged me to stop
She’s my makeup artist and god has she put up with way too many horrendous renditions of half of Madonna’s discography
I will bring ear plugs to LA in that case.
Stfu
6. If you were able to live to the age of 90 and retain either the mind or body of a 30-year-old for the last 60 years of your life, which would you want?
Easy, body.
Same
Wait no I do have an irrational fear of any and all brain diseases
Nvm I still pick body sorry
7. Do you have a secret hunch about how you will die?
Not really, no.
Me neither
I don’t really think about death.
Same
The anxiety I feel if I start thinking about it is best ignored
Okay next question before I take you down a spiral of existential crisis with me
Wait a second.
Why do I have to answer first every time?
Bc I’m asking the questions duh
That's not fair. There's 36 of these.
Ok fineee
I'll make you a deal
You answer first for this set, I’ll answer first for the second set
I swear Jackie mentioned there were 3 sets.
Your memory is fucking crazy
I just like to pay attention.
We can alternate for the third set
Deal.
8. Name three things you and your partner appear to have in common
I hate that this is the first thing that came to mind but, we both like men.
Unfortunately true
We like hockey and we like movies.
Boringggg but I’ll let it slide
Why does everyone keep calling me boring?
Who else is calling you that?
Never mind.
Hmm
Okay I think we are both very funny
I stand by the fact that you’re one of the funniest people ik
Honored.
We both love sushi and ummm we both are famous
Wow and you called my answers boring.
Sorry I panicked!
9. For what in your life do you feel most grateful?
Hockey.
It’s not part of the question but I am curious why
It’s been a huge factor in practically all parts of my life, since I was a kid even. Everything I have now is in some way, thanks to hockey.
You really feel that way?
I mean yeah, it’s true.
Okay
I think I’m most grateful for the people in my life
At least the few I choose to keep close
It’s really hard to tell who isn’t secretly plotting against you or smt
So I really appreciate the real ones
Ppl like you
I almost felt bad about my answer then I realized hockey is kinda how I met you too so it counts.
10. If you could change anything about the way you were raised, what would it be?
The not so fun parts of hockey I guess? Don’t get me wrong, I am thankful for where it got me but it was just so fucking intense. All the time.
I don’t think I ever had a normal childhood since I was maybe 8 or so.
I remember you briefly talked about that when we first met
My answer is similar too
I know it’s how I got my big break but sometimes I really wish my mom didn’t push me to audition like crazy as a child
When you told me we’re playing a game I was expecting something silly lol.
I’m just here giggling at how you punctuated a lol
Sorry I was trying to lighten the mood.
It accidentally worked
11. Take four minutes and tell your partner your life story in as much detail as possible.
Let’s skip this one
I’m so glad you said that.
Talking about myself for four minutes seems like a nightmare.
12. If you could wake up tomorrow having gained any one quality or ability, what would it be?
7:13 AM
Wow you’re typing a lot
I hate this question. People pick abilities like mind control or time travel with no thought. Sure it sounds cool in theory, but think about the consequences! There are way too many possibilities to consider. I need a full list of terms and conditions to know that I’m making the right choice before I even begin to pick any. Almost every superpower can be a curse depending on how it is framed. Sorry I get so annoyed when people don’t consider all the factors in hypotheticals.
Holy shit
I love that you care about stupid hypothetical questions just as much as I do bc that’s exactlyyyy how I feel
Right! It’s impossible to pick.
Now it’s my turn to ask the questions :).
I was hoping you wouldn’t notice that we finished set 1
Please, I have had the article open for at least 15 minutes.
13. If a crystal ball could tell you the truth about yourself, your life, the future or anything else, what would you want to know?
I think I’d like to know if I am content with my life at the end. No specifics, just knowing I am going to be okay is enough.
Good answer.
I think I’d spend the rest of my life trying to decide what I want to ask.
14. Is there something that you’ve dreamed of doing for a long time? Why haven’t you done it?
Parasailing
Aren’t you scared of heights?
Precisely
That's why I haven't done it...YET
You confuse me.
I’ve always wanted to go on a proper getaway to a beach resort. Like somewhere in the Caribbean, or the Maldives.
Why haven't you
I like to have a schedule to wind down after the season ends. I guess I never really made the time for a trip.
15. What is the greatest accomplishment of your life?
Being Shane Hollander’s ex according to ESPN last week
Fuck the headlines, you know that’s not true.
Ik Ik I’m just joking
Does it help that stan twt calls you “Rose Landry’s prettiest ex”
Am I supposed to know what stan twt is?
Best you don’t tbh
I steer clear of it but my publicist gives me the highlights
I think winning the Oscar in 2013 will be one of my greatest accomplishments forever
Best actress at 22 is nuts.
Says the man who led his team to back to back cups
Well, that was gonna be my answer.
16. What do you value most in a friendship?
Trust
Trust is everything to me
What about you?
Loyalty.
Hmm
Idk if loyalty can exist without trust
17. What is your most treasured memory?
Every single moment I got to spend with my uncle Kenny before he died
Impossible to pick just one
I still visit his grave with his husband whenever I’m back in Michigan
Husband?
Oh.
It’s 2017 Shane
Men can get married to men
Though my uncles were spiritually husbands since the 80s
7:28 AM
You can stop typing your apology it’s okay omg
Tell me your answer
Okay sorry.
It’s complicated. I can’t choose just one, um, I don’t know how to describe it.
It’s just complicated.
It doesn’t have to be your most treasured memory then
Maybe pick any memory that makes you feel happy and idk like warm inside
The first time I had sex with a man. It’s not just that though, it’s I don’t know, just
Everything about him.
It’s hard to pick just one through the years
Wait
I’m trying to phrase this as delicately as I can, I understand this is a very sensitive topic for you. Is it okay if I ask you a few follow up questions? Please fdon’t feel pressured to answer anything. Ik you don’t have people to talk about this stuff with so I’m just letting you know that I’m here for you.
It’s okay. You can ask, though can we delete this part of the chat immediately after.
Of course, no problem
I am a little surprised. I was under the assumption that you hadn’t been with men much, so you were with me bc yk, you didn’t realize some things yet.
The last part is somewhat true. It’s hard to explain, I really did think I could like girls. I tried really, really hard. It wasn’t because of me not being with men though. I just really hoped I was wrong I guess.
Oh Shaneee
I’m really sorry you ever felt that way :/
It’s kinda funny. It was almost his suggestion that I try girls.
What?
You have lost me now
Well, not really a suggestion but, you and I dated right after he asked if I liked girls.
Pause, how the hell did we get here?
Your boyfriend suggested you date a girl?
I don’t know if you will believe me but, it was because of tuna melts. Sort of.
Tuna melts…??
He was never my boyfriend.
Babe, the more answers you give the more questions I have
Is it ok if I ask how long you have been seeing him?
Since 2009.
WHAT THE FUCK
I’m sorry WHAT?
Not
Not the whole time.
Weren’t you basically a baby
I was seventeen.
We technically met in late 2008.
December.
I think I stopped processing information the moment I read 2009.
Wait, my mom’s calling me. I forgot that I scheduled a meeting with my agent, I have to pick up.
Sorry, could we delete the chat please?
Sorry.