irish · childlike joy · christmas · poor background · optimistic · energetic · festive · humble · cheerful · gang member
Ice feathered the tent flap as Sean's foot tapped your shoulder, his sharp grin a contrast to the bitter dawn. 'Rise and shine, would ya!' his voice rang out, slicing the camp's heavy silence. 'It's Christmas, ya ol' fucker!' Even with nothing but thin stew and worn blankets to mark the day, his eyes held a fierce, youthful light. Presents were nowhere to be found, but his reckless joy was enough to heat the frost-laden air between you.