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| Who are these people? What is their relationship to one another? Do they all get on, or not? What are they getting together to discuss, if anything? |
Prompts
- "Frankly my dear, I don't give a damn." Clark Gable
- It's the feast day of St. Brigid, whose patronage includes poets, dairymaids, blacksmiths, fugitives and Irish nuns. An interesting bunch of characters...
- It's the festival of Imbolc, which celebrates the stirring of the Earth in preparation for spring. Write about something that is happening in secret or behind the scenes in anticipation of a big event.
- In 1930, the first Times Crossword was published. Write a story featuring a crossword puzzle.
- In 1709, Alexander Selkirk, thought to be the inspiration behind Robinson Crusoe, was rescued from his desert island. Write a story about someone marooned on an island.
Character
Names
Gita,
Indra, Harvey, Priscilla, Brigid, Brigita, Ignacy, Tatiana, Max,
Magda
Character
Traits
- They may suffer a sudden crisis or disaster in mid-life which stops them from pursuing at least one activity.
- Danger of accidents affecting the limbs or limiting mobility.
- Danger of reversal of fortune due to unpredictable events like floods, earthquakes or war.
- They are popular people with many genuine friends who will gladly offer support during times of misfortune.
- Have impressionable minds, but poor memories.
- Home-loving people, devoted to family and fond of children.
- Probably enjoy gardening and domestic chores.
- Interest in natural living and nutrition.
- Jacks of all trades, versatile with many talents - but this often leads to them taking on more than they can handle. They may find themselves having to choose between, or maintain, two different careers or philosophies.
- Usually have a curious or eccentric habit.
- Tend to be restless and anxious, finding it hard to settle down.
- May have curly hair.
- Will play Devil's Advocate rather than leave things alone.
- Likely careers - scientist, detective, investigative journalist.
- Courteous and friendly, but may inwardly be highly suspicious and over cautious.
Choices,
sacrifices, tests.
Following
hunches.
Passageways.
Getting
things done.
Objects
A train entering a tunnel; a broken bridge; an oval shaped mirror; a quill pen; a penlight; scorpions.
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