Monday, August 6, 2012

Brainstorming with the Boys

After creating Aquatica, I have sought to retrace my steps with new knowledge and insight into my characters: who they are, where they come from, what's really happening behind the scenes.  Going backwards instead of forwards, my boys and I have unravelled part of the mystery of what kind of funeral a Meridian should have and just what happened to Grammy in the first place.  Leading to many rewrites, late nights, thrilling additions, and juicy tidbits.   

Tonight as I sat brainstorming with the boys once again, I smiled.  You know the smile.  A deep knowing smile.  Satisfaction that this is a story worth telling and once it is perfected, it will have real staying power.

To Kevin ... your enthusiasm is contageous, your smile a radiant beacon. 

To Triston ... your quirkiness is unmatched even in the realm of fantasy.

To Kyle ... your boundless energy invigorating and your kung pow is pure WOW! 

To Kasey ... you are a joy and a delight to behold ... and oh those chocolate eyes :-)  

Loving you now and forever, MOM