Euphony
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Had the framework of a story I knew Id never write but wanted to put it to some use. (not so much give it away but hey, its in the universe now, I can't stop ya!) I was actually hoping we might all brainstorm our own ideas off it just to see all the possibilities of where ideas can go.
I am often amazed at how varied the ideas are when it comes to story ideas here but it seems often it is to solve a specific problem or struggle, not so much just to get the synapses firing. When you see a really great thread here, its usually not because some one universal "right" answer has been reached but because there are so many DIFFERENT directions people go even having the same rough destination and story framework in mind. Ive been so fortunate to expand my horizons greatly with these very types of threads. But now Im just greedy and trying to create the conditions that cause their formations. (RISE my Frankenstein RISE!)
Here is the seed I had available. Hopefully it is usable enough to get everyone brain firing but if not, I welcome any better notions to get brainstorms thundering. I look forward to all your varied and thought provoking ideas!
Seed:
Prestigious Preschool/KGarden offering limited number of spots.
As per usual, both parents are required to interview with the headmaster. Meeting goes well but these things are never certain.
Waiting period ensues, mom on pins and needles over results.
Decision day, parents invited back for results. Mom goes, child didn't make the cut.
In a last ditch effort, mom throws herself at the headmaster. This is not unusual and he rejects her.
He did, however, find her husband quite fetching. ;-)
Thoughts, ideas, themes Id go with:
Mom wants only the best for her child but at what cost?
Why her body is ok to sacrifice, not his?
How could she even ask?
Would he even hear her out or consider her a failure in her parenting roll for even suggesting it? (like she shouldnt even need him)
If he will, might her feelings towards him change?
Anyway, thats the sproutling I had handy. If pressed, Id admit to it possibly being a little pedestrian but as I said, at this stage Im probably a pedestrian kind of writer. So share the wealth of your experience and knowledge dear friend. More people than just I are eager to be inspired by what you do!
And most of all HAVE FUN WITH IT PEOPLE! Its an exercise, not an assignment. We all just want you to share what goes on in that lovely head of yours, honest.
All the best to all,
Euph
I am often amazed at how varied the ideas are when it comes to story ideas here but it seems often it is to solve a specific problem or struggle, not so much just to get the synapses firing. When you see a really great thread here, its usually not because some one universal "right" answer has been reached but because there are so many DIFFERENT directions people go even having the same rough destination and story framework in mind. Ive been so fortunate to expand my horizons greatly with these very types of threads. But now Im just greedy and trying to create the conditions that cause their formations. (RISE my Frankenstein RISE!)
Here is the seed I had available. Hopefully it is usable enough to get everyone brain firing but if not, I welcome any better notions to get brainstorms thundering. I look forward to all your varied and thought provoking ideas!
Seed:
Prestigious Preschool/KGarden offering limited number of spots.
As per usual, both parents are required to interview with the headmaster. Meeting goes well but these things are never certain.
Waiting period ensues, mom on pins and needles over results.
Decision day, parents invited back for results. Mom goes, child didn't make the cut.
In a last ditch effort, mom throws herself at the headmaster. This is not unusual and he rejects her.
He did, however, find her husband quite fetching. ;-)
Thoughts, ideas, themes Id go with:
Mom wants only the best for her child but at what cost?
Why her body is ok to sacrifice, not his?
How could she even ask?
Would he even hear her out or consider her a failure in her parenting roll for even suggesting it? (like she shouldnt even need him)
If he will, might her feelings towards him change?
Anyway, thats the sproutling I had handy. If pressed, Id admit to it possibly being a little pedestrian but as I said, at this stage Im probably a pedestrian kind of writer. So share the wealth of your experience and knowledge dear friend. More people than just I are eager to be inspired by what you do!
And most of all HAVE FUN WITH IT PEOPLE! Its an exercise, not an assignment. We all just want you to share what goes on in that lovely head of yours, honest.
All the best to all,
Euph