video;

[lifewithoutrest]

[She's seated at a desk, hand resting on the pages of what appears to be an old, well-worn journal. The edge of a photograph is just visible, still tucked securely into the book. She opens her mouth, then seems to change her mind, glancing back at the yellowed pages under her fingers.

Finally, her attention returns to the video feed.]

Miss Gwen Cooper, it seems we're to be roommates. I don't believe we've been properly introduced.

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[bloodywelsh]

Oh, hello! Yes, it looks like we are. I've a couple of friends here, so I've been staying with them up until now.

[lifewithoutrest]

I can't blame you for seeking out the familiar. Given the opportunity, I would likely do the same.

[bloodywelsh]

It's kind of a lot to get used to. I don't know what I'd've done if they hadn't already been here.

How long have you been on the island?

[lifewithoutrest]

I'm certain you would have managed.

A few months. The initial transition is the most difficult.