My name is Derek Brooks

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I’ve reached the point in life where I now use a pill organizer.

I also meal prepped my lunches this week.

Kill me now.

The people at fancy restaurants in the suburbs of Des Moines are so goddamned weird.

Heading back to a Des Moines dive bar to cleanse my soul.

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Stickin the Proposal Shot

A couple weeks ago, my buddy Judson asked if I'd be willing to "stealthily take some photos" of him proposing to his amazing partner, Katie. I immediately told him how I stoked I was for them, but I'm not even close to a professional photographer and didn't wanna fuck up capturing their moment. He said it'd be super casual, in a remote park, and just wanted a couple mementos, so I agreed to scout it out with him. His goal was to get a "down on a knee popping the question under a light from a distance" sort of look.

The Recon

Judson told Katie that he was going to meet me for happy hour... but instead, we met at the park after work to figure out a game plan. It was my first time visiting this park, which was effectively closed for the …

Last seen in Des Moines, Iowa

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it's a good thing the drink in the center was mine. just noticed that one of my hairs is sticking out of it. gross.
You're a good friend, and this is hilarious.
… and then @benovator.bsky.social calls and says he has court side seats at the Iowa Wolves game.