Memories are important.
In a recent workshop I talked about items and small events that pepper the lives of our characters. It is, in part, these human prompts and memories that make our characters memorable and loved.
The congregation of St. Paul's Presbyterian Church in Winchester, Ontario gave to Mom and Dad when they left there. My older sister Lena helped the committee pick the table. So I remember not only Mom but also my sister when I look at this table.It occupied every living room we had after that...five different ones.
3) From time to time my Hubby works away from home - anywhere from 2 days to 10 days. His guitar, which he plays numerous times a day when home, lays on the sofa and gives me the illusion that he is only steps away.
5) No picture for this last one. It has to do with bras. When my BFF of 50 years and I were teens, her mother took her to a professional bra fitter. She was told to bend over from the waist and tuck her bosoms into the cups and settle them there for the right fit. She shared that information with me (and rightly so for a BFF). I think of her often when I'm getting dressed. I smile and it helps my day get off to a good start.
What items in you life prompt memories for you. If you are a writer, do you give your characters similar items? If you are a reader, do memories like these endear the character to you?
Please share with us in the comments.
I could easily identify with #4 on the list. I also have a colorful bag that I used every day of my cancer treatments. So many memories...some good...some not so good. Joanne :)
ReplyDeleteMemories are a mixed bag (pardon the pun); pleased that your outcome was positive. Trust you never have to use your bag for that purpose again.
DeleteOh Mahrie, I cracked up over the last one, but so funny and true with BFFs from our childhood. Thanks for the mention of my post in your blog.
ReplyDeleteSeems we have inspired each other. I've got a list going of things made of glass, wood, metal, etc. that hold special meaning to me. What a sweet picture of your mother.
Glad you got a laugh. There are numerous happenings from childhood that give me a chuckle in my heart - but do not necessarily bear repeating in public.
DeleteLater this week,my posting will be of an author who has been nominated for the People's Choice Award for her book, A Season For Killing Blondes. But next week- I'll try and come up with a new twist we can both use.