Day 0.
Today was the day that I decided to take the plunge and apply for Nook Inc's Deserted Island Getaway Package. Was I nervous? Yes. However, I was also very excited about starting life over. At the counter, I was greeted by two little raccoons. I was shocked by this. ("are these the owner's pets?") I wondered. Then, they began talking. "Welcome!" "We are so excited to have you here!" ...have you here!" I was left at a loss for words. "Oh, please forgive us! we need to introduce ourselves! I'm Timmy!" The older raccoon said. "And I'm his brother, Tommy!" the younger one said. "We'll be flying with you to help you get settled. Think of us as partners." Timmy said. "O-OK", I said, still shocked. "Now, we need to look up your application. Can we have your name and birthday?" Tommy asked. "Sure thing! Here's my passport!" I replied, now used to the talking 'coons. I handed over my passport and waited for verification. "Ah, yes, here you are!" Timmy exclaimed. "Now, may we have your picture? We need it for your records." "Yes, you may." I replied. They took my picture, and that was that. We were now onto the next phase. Timmy asked me, "What hemisphere do you live in? We want to ensure your island life is as close to your original life as possible." I replied, "I live in the Northern Hemisphere." "That's great! Thanks!" Tommy replied. "You are most welcome." I replied. Next, the 2 raccoons had me select from 4 deserted islands. "Do any of these strike your fancy? ...fancy?" Timmy asked me. "Hmm..." I pondered the selection for a while until I selected the top left option. "That one!" I said, pointing at it. "Excellent choice!" Tommy said. "My brother and I can't wait to show it off to you!" Timmy said. Before we left, they had one final question, but it was rhetorical, so I'll skip it. An announcement rang out, saying that the flight for the package is ready for boarding. "Ah, perfect timing! C'mon, let's board together!" the raccoons said in unison. "OK!" I said, and I followed them to the plane. I'll write more after the plane lands and my first day on the island ends.