Showing posts with label Writing Prompts. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Writing Prompts. Show all posts

Beautiful People - Unnamed Girl



It's time for the Beautiful People meme again, that Georgie and Sam have a link-up for once a month. This month I've chosen to answer the questions about a new character that I don't really know yet. She's in progress, and doesn't even have a name! If you have any unique name suggestions, let me know.

1. What type of laugh does he/she have?
 I think her laugh is just a nice, normal laugh. Perhaps is is slightly louder, but definitely not obnoxious.


2. Who is his/her best friend? 
In the story that I will be writing about this girl, a young man becomes her best friend, because he is the one of the few other people who believes the same things she has come to believe. He can make her laugh, but he can also gently remind her to fix her mind on the things above.
3. What is his/her family like?
Her family is a very typical family.  The society they live in is chaotic, and self-serving, and her family, although slightly better than most, reflects this culture.

 
4. Is he/she a Christian, or will he/she eventually find Jesus?
 She does not start out as such, but her story is definitely a journey in finding and growing in the Lord.
5. Does he/she believe in fairies? 
Perhaps fairies don't enter the story, but she does enjoy myths, legends, and tales of long ago. If fairies fall into that category, then yay!
6. Does he/she like hedgehogs? 
Having never seen a hedgehog before, she merely admires them as an interesting animal that you can read about in the library.
7. Favorite kind of weather? 
All types! Sometimes she prefers the bright, cheerful sun, and other times she likes the rain as it falls onto the window of her room. Even if it is fake.
8. Does he/she have a good sense of humor? If so what kind? (Slapstick, wit, sarcasm, etc.?)
She loves to laugh, although it often seems as though there isn't much to laugh about. Mostly though, she is not humorous herself, but enjoys the humor of others.
9. How did he/she do in school, or any kind of education they might have had. 
She was an excellent student, in both highschool and college.  She is as smart as a whip, despite a depraved system, and this intelligence is what helps her on her journey.
10. Any strange hobbies?
She enjoys what is called Tower-Climbing. Since she lives in an immense tower, and has never set foot on solid earth before, this is an activity that often replaces rock-climbing. It is as obvious as it sounds. They merely climb and rappel the outer tower walls, which are honeycombed with nooks, crannies, cliffs, and dangerously thin ledges.

Tavin Chase Eshley - Episode Two



It's that time of the month again! Georgie and Sam started a meme last month, to help writers or wanna-be writers get to know their characters better. So, be sure to do your own Beautiful People post!

I've decided to continue with Tavin this month, and hopefully learn enough about him to actually start writing his story!

How old is he/she?
Let me see, I would say that Tavin is about...oh, 24.

What does he/she do in his/her spare time.
Mostly he studies in his spare time, although studious is not necessarily a term that would be descriptive of him. He's just determined and self-disciplined.  He does like skiing, hiking, reading, and filling out forms.

Is he/she see the big picture, or live in the moment?
Perhaps a little more visionary than most, Tavin is also good at calculating the next step of the opponent, and forming his own plans based on that. He's awesome at chess. That doesn't mean that he doesn't miss some of the most important things.

Is he/she a perfectionist?
Not exactly. He likes to do things the right way, but it isn't just for the sake of being perfect. He knows that a job well done speaks volumes.
 
What does his/her handwriting look like? (round, slanted, curly, skinny, sloppy, neat, decorative, etc)
Very small and cramped, but regular and consistent, with a funny squiggle above the 'i'.
 
Favorite animal?
Tavin likes cats, because they are usually calm, quiet animals who can be affectionate if they choose, but are also very independent.
 
Does he/she have any pets?
Not currently.
 
Does he/she have any siblings, how many, and where does he/she fit in?
He does have one older brother who has been a success in the financial industry, but he lives in a distant place, and their lives don't cross a whole lot.
 
Does he/she have a "life verse" and if so what is it? 
Whew! This is a hard question! I thought of verses that talk about servant-hood, and sacrifice, but none really seem to fit. I guess I'll have to think on this one.

Favorite writing utensil?
Definitely a computer, or a small personal electronic device. He lives a little bit more in the future, so it's hard to say really...
Well, there you have this months questions about my character Tavin. I'm not feeling really inspired yet, so maybe I need to go read The Lamb Among the Stars Series. Did you do the Beautiful People post this month? What helps you to develop a plot or character?
 

10 Ways to Procrastinate

Rainy Walk


  1. Find new blogs to follow.
  2. Check Buzz a million times to see if Laura, Sam, or Pip has posted anything new.
  3. Learn to sew a new quilt block.
  4. Write a blog post about procrastinating.
  5. Convince myself that learning a new skill, or way of doing things, is just as important as whatever it was I was supposed to be doing in the first place.
  6. Play computer games.
  7. Take a four mile walk.
  8. Read a book.
  9. Take a nap.
  10. Dream up characters for a novel.

Creative Writing Prompts #108.

    Tavin Chase Eshley



    So, some of my best friends are doing a project called Beautiful People, for writers.  The idea is that you will answer some questions about your characters (character sketch!), so that you or your readers can get to know them a little better.

    I'm going to be doing my sketch this month on a character that I haven't really written yet.  I have this idea in my head, but I don't know how to get it down on "paper" yet, so it has remained unwritten for months.  Here he is.

    What is their full name?

    Tavin Chase Eshley

    Does his or her name have a special meaning?


    I'm not sure if I remember.  I think it's a possibility that I just liked the names.

    Does your character have a methodical or disorganized personality?
    I think he has a fairly methodical personality. He does extremely well in "school" (he's actually in a college/academy kind of thing.  Still unsure on that point.)

    Does he or she think inside themselves more than they talk out loud to their friends? (more importantly, does he or she actually have friends?)

    Tavin is sort of in between.  He doesn't really waste words, but he has friends, and loves to talk with them.

    Is there something he or she is afraid of?
    He is afraid of hurting or injuring others, as well as being afraid loosing everything that is dear to him.

    Does he or she write, dream, dance, sing, or photograph?
    Not exactly.  As Ashley said these activities tend more towards the feminine side.  Tavin might be a photographer, but I think he tends more towards studying, instead of having very many personal hobbies.

    What is his or her favorite book? (or genre of books)

    He likes the classics.

    Who is his or her favorite author and/or someone that inspires him or her?

    The person who inspires Tavin the most is his fellow student and "co-worker", Ella. She always inspires him to try and be better.  (At least, I think so!)

    Favorite flavor of ice cream?

    Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough.

    Favorite season of the year?
    Perhaps Tavin's favorite season is Autumn, although I'm not sure why yet.  I'll have to think on that one for a little bit.

    If you would like to participate, then click on the blog button above and read all about it!  I look forward to reading your posts, and hearing what you think of my character.

    Thoughts of Spring! Or Not...

    My Georgie and Laura both participated in the Thoughts of Spring Blog Party, and it looked like fun!  So here are my answers to the questions, but without any pictures like the others did.  Also, I'm not really sure how these questions relate to a Thoughts of Spring blog party, but they are pretty good questions nonetheless! I hope you enjoy!


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    How would people describe your personality? (If they could only use ONE word.) Are they right?

    Wow, this one is a little bit hard, methinks.  If people could only use one word to describe me, I think it would be "vibrant".  Although it depends on if they are thinking positively or not.  I could also be described as "bossy".

    What celebrity/celebrities would create a “Star-Struck” feeling if you saw them in real life?

    Bing Crosby.  Definitely.  Him, and maybe...Sean Connery. Although I wouldn't really want to meet Sean Connery in real life. So there.

    Who is your favorite blogger? Why?

    My favorite blogger? Yikes, that's another tough one.  Alright, I'll answer it if we all understand that this is only two of my favorite bloggers. ;)  The first one is Emily Rose from Simply Vintagegirl.  Her photographs, crafts, and general appreciation for beautiful things inspire me. 


    The second one is Beth from In Word.  She doesn't post very often, but when she does it's funny, poignant, or so downright awesome that it's a wonder we don't all die of coolness overload.  Yep, I think that's about it.

    What is your comfort food/drink?

    Eheh...does water count?  I'm not too crazy about hot drinks, and although juice and pop is good, nothing beats a glass of cold water.

    Be brave – tell us something very random and weird about yourself.

    Although I understand that I have not really thought this through, I have thought it would be kind of cool to be a trucker.  Well, you did ask, after all.

    Do you have a strong desire to do something you’ve never done? What is it?

    I would like to play Anne of Green Gables in a play someday.  Not because I'm a good actress, or want to be an actress, but just because I think it would be fun.  Maybe the red hair? ;)

    Movies: Action, Drama, Romantic Comedy, Documentary, Comedy? What are your favorite genres?

    I like: Action, Drama, Romantic Comedy, Documentary, and Comedy. A smattering of everything is pretty nice, although I don't like everything in each category.

    Books: Fiction, Non-Fiction, Romance, Biographies, True Stories, Self-Help, Devotional/Study? What are your favorite types of reading material?

    My favorite types of reading material consists of anything that inspires me in any way, shape, or form.  If that is any of the categories that are listed above then that's awesome!  This is basically the same answer as the movies.

    Music: Funk, Rock, Country, Jazz, Classical, Film Score, Blues, Classic Rock, Crooner, Alternative, Heavy Metal, Techno? What are your favorite types?

    Here, I am a little more picky.  I definitely enjoy a few Country songs, and a lot of Classical pieces.  Film scores are inspiring, as well as Soundtracks, Gospel, Hymns, and the occasional OLD popular song.

    If you inherited a million dollars, what is the first thing you would do with your money?

    The selfish answer is...I would travel to Europe.  In reality, I would put it into my bank account.

    Name one weakness of yours (confession is good for the soul).

    I think that I am a rather shallow person.  I pretend to be oh so knowledgeable and discerning, but in truth, I don't usually see past the material things.  It's a shortcoming that I know I must work to overcome.

    If you could live anywhere at all (and take all your loved ones with you), where would you go?

    It would be a toss-up between Europe (But I guess I wouldn't really want to live in Europe), and Chile.  Yes, Chile.

    Strange Talent? Can you juggle basketballs, put your legs behind your head or perform some other strange feat?

    I can play MarioKart Wii upside down.  Or at least I used to be able to.  My siblings were a little annoyed with me, and it usually made me dizzy, but since I can't whistle I have to be able to do something!

    What’s something you consider yourself to be good at? (Don’t worry, it’s not bragging, it’s acknowledging a God given gift).

    Crafts.  Although I'm not super good at coming up with brilliant ideas out of thin air, I can execute an already thought of idea with ease and a measure of creativity. 

    What is one of your favorite things to catch a whiff of? 

    Rain, and Italian food.

    When you leave a social gathering, do you wish: You would have talked more or You would have talked less? 

    Sometimes both.  More often than not is is the latter, simply because I don't think before I speak.  The former would be more desirable.

    If money wasn’t a factor, what stores would you shop in?

    Christopher & Banks, Best Buy, and any yarn store that's close enough to get to.

    What is your greatest fear or strange phobia?

    I'm afraid of missing out on things that are going on.  I'm also afraid of being alone, I guess.  Although I don't mind being alone, I wouldn't want it permanently.

    What is your greatest accomplishment?

    Raising $5,000 to go to Europe?  Graduating from homeschool highschool?  Saying yes to a small child, instead of a lazy no?  There's probably a few.

    What are your favorite animals?

    Cats, cats, cats. Definitely cats.  I also like otters and hedgehogs.

    Are you a hopeless romantic?

    Heh, probably.

    What movie or book character can you most relate to?

     Katherine from Stepping Heavenward.  She was probably written to be just like girls, but I'll risk sounding cliche and say that it seems like she was written just for me.

    My Dream Library

    Ever since listening to the book The Game of Sunken Places, and hearing about the troll's library, I have cherished a picture of my dream library.  I don't know how the author imagined the troll's library, but this is the way I see it.

    A short little stairway descends into the small sunken room, curving along with the circular wall.  The rest of the room is covered in dark bookshelves, and of course there isn't an inch of space to be found on them for all of the books.  I can see their dusty tops and sides, and relish in the thought of running my eyes over the titles, hoping to pick one out.

    There is also a small fireplace that graces one side of the round room.  I'm pretty sure that would somehow be a fire hazard, but since this is a dream, I guess it's okay.  Finally, nestled in the crook of the curving steps, rests a large, over-stuffed chair for me to rest in as I read myself away into Neverland, Farholme, or Ancient Britain. Cozy, no?

    In my mind, it is all so perfect.  Maybe someday I can have my dream realized, but for now, I'll just settle with reading a book. 

    We Ride Before the Break of Day

    We ride before the break of day,
    to seek new things; in forests play.
    To have good times we all do pray,
    we ride before the break of day.

    We ride before the rising sun,
    chasing after fleeing fun,
    refusing rest until we're done,
    we ride before the rising sun.

    We ride before the dawn awakes
    to traipse upon the road we take,
    adventuring will make or break,
    we ride before the dawn awakes.

    We ride before a morning glimmer,
    and see our quest before us shimmer.
    what awaits us grows not dimmer,
    We ride before a morning glimmer.

    We ride before the break of day,
    to seek new things; in forests play.
    To have good times, we all do pray.
    We ride before the break of day.