We took them to a Family Fun Center that included miniature golf AND rides AND popcorn, then went home and ate ice cream (and spaghetti if their mom is reading) in front of Shrek.
It was beautiful.
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Do you cast your characters?
Some picture a specific actor, relating their personality traits to a person in their novel. I only do this to a limited extent. I couldn't tell you who "plays" in my book, but a few people have a look and voice inspired by Hollywood. My best example is a background character, a coworker, who is a direct riff off of Clairee (Olympia Dukakis) in Steel Magnolias. That's the voice I hear anytime she walks into the scene.
Or, do you go for character traits? Like a sort of mix-and-match to find Mr. Right Character? "He's shy, but formidable, and won't touch a drink because his father was a violent alcoholic." No, no, no… "He's Hispanic and the loudest laugh in the family…"
My favorite method is to examine a picture and create a life for that person. That's exactly what Tracy Chevalier did in "Girl with a Pearl Earring," bringing Vermeer's famous painting to life.
Alas, I'm not that lofty. But I did find myself wondering about a set of girls… Cowgirls on my new flannel pajamas. (see, not so lofty) But each girl has obvious personality! See if you don't agree…
She's the performer, but not too flashy. She practices for hours each day. She's a perfectionist, but is only hard on herself. What happens when her rodeo is cancelled?
She's the keeper of the fire, the one who feels great when caring for others. What happens when a loved one runs away and steals her only prized locket for money?
She's not a tomboy. She's a worker, but is always aware of the affect she has on men. She is less sure how to use this attraction. What happens when her Cowboy Right is misled over to Daisy Duke's territory?
Hello, Daisy Duke. She makes sure to be seen, and she knows her stuff both on the range and at the honky tonk on Friday night. What happens when her daddy dies and the ranch is bank owned?
She's not afraid of anyone and sees no point is dolling up for a hard, busy day. So what happens when she's asked to substitute at the local school? And why is Cowboy Wrong trying to steal her cattle?
Everytime I wear these pajamas, I find myself wondering which cowgirl I want to be and why. Where do you get your inspiration??
Heidi at Me as a Mom hosts Black and White Wednesdays. What a great idea! Thanks, Heidi. And seriously, folks, check out her site. It's chock full of hilarious photos of her everyday life with three little chickadees under foot. Feel free to join up and show us your B&Ws.
Today, I'm posting two photos, one from each of my "homes."
Yes, you should pity JP. His life is hard. He accepts donations toward his cause. That cause isn't really solid yet, but I think it involves a Harley…
