Post by alexia kingston on Aug 2, 2010 22:49:50 GMT -8
Meet Alexia. She is twenty-one and in upper schooling at the académie. She was a very responsible and somewhat secluded child, catering to her mother's whims and childish behaviour. She acted as the parent in many ways, particularly in her younger years, as she felt that this was some sort of responsibility of hers. It was, at the very least, what was expected of her. She eventually found a surrogate family of sorts among her neighbours.
After a two-year bout with lung cancer, in which this family remained by her side while her mother remained apathetic and distant, Alexia made the decision to change how she lived. Thanks to her best friend, Mark, she had learned how to have fun. Now, having been given what she considers to be a second chance, she spends each day focused on living for the moment. She continually removes tasks from a long list of things to do before she dies and is always up for an adventure. If she relapses or dies in some other way, she wants to know that she lived her life to its fullest potential. This, really, is her main focus.
Alexia could use some of everything. She would have a fair number of friends, I think, as she is fairly outgoing and fun-loving. However, close friends will be rare. She has a difficult time with commitment and keeps others at a distance in case she should become ill again. Sh can't bear the thought of leaving someone behind.
Enemies... everyone has them. If you have a specific idea, let me know!
As for love, well... this would certainly be difficult. As I stated, she hates the thought of leaving someone behind or hurting them if she dies. She also struggles with commitment, simply because she has never seen a good example of this in her life (at least romantically). I'm sure her fears could be overcome eventually, but it would take time and understanding.
Please let me know if you have any thoughts. Alexia needs plots of all shapes and sizes. =)
