Showing posts with label race. Show all posts
Showing posts with label race. Show all posts
Thursday, May 8, 2008
Off to the Races
And their off!
As all of you are reading this, I will be at the greyhound race track. Some of my coworkers and I have the day off, so we decided to make it a girl’s day out. Woo Hoo! Sorry, I don’t get out much.J I will spend the day gambling, drinking, laughing, and eating, but not necessarily in that order. I’m not much of a drinker, or gambler, but I can laugh and eat with the best of them.
Today is all about fun, relaxation, and girl time. Well almost…
I’m not so sure watching greyhounds race down a dirt track is the epitome of fun, but I’m not at work, and I have a drink in my hand.
By now, you are all probably wondering how this is related to writing- brace yourselves for the big reveal.
Today is not only a girl’s day out, but also research for my WIP. I’m planning a gambling scene in Picture This (tentative title). Today I am a sponge, all pertinent action, such as placing a bet, reaction of winners, and dirty little jokes told throughout the day will be filed away for future reference.
It doesn’t matter where you are during your free time, everything around you can be resourceful. I always carry a mini notebook and a pen at all times. I have recorded scenes at ballgames, church picnics, shopping malls, and even the grocery store. I think like a writer no matter what role I am currently playing in my life. Some of the funniest dialogue, and situations come from places you least expect.
Saturday night our family is attending the WWE Wrestlemania. It’s an early birthday present for my eight-year-old son. I am not a fan of wrestling, but have you ever suffered through anything for the sake of your child’s pleasure? I’m not planning a wrestling scene in my WIP, but part of the story takes place in redneck territory so I’m going armed with pen and notebook. I may get a lot of curious looks, and harassment from my son, but if life gives you a ring of wrestlers, wield a pen and record the action.
I won’t be around to comment today but I’ll catch up by late afternoon.
Cheers!
Have you ever planned a scene in your WIP around something you’ve witnessed at a social event? Have you ever used dialogue you’ve exchanged with a friend in your WIP?
Do you carry a notebook and pen wherever you go?
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