Name: Abigail Lynn
Nickname(s): Gail
Significance of name and nickname: It was a nickname given by my late grandmother. I
loved her so much, and I only allow very few people to call me by that name.
That includes my parents, siblings, and very close friends. Even Fred doesn’t
call me by that name, but I let Eric address me by that name.
The name “Abigail”
itself means, Father in rejoicing. I am a daddy’s little princess. I am the
only child, therefore making me the one and only daddy’s little girl. I get a
lot of things from my dad when I was young. Now I’m leaving separately from
him, but I still do keep in touch with him.
Age: 36
Exact birthday: 29th April 1955
Birthplace: Hartford, Connecticut
Astrological sign: Taurus
Significance of birth details: People born under the sign of Taurus values order,
security and self assurance. I don’t like things to be out of order. I like
things to be in order, and in terms of future, I need to feel certain about my
future. I need to know that things are going to be fine, and we have plans, and
backup plans, if the main plan was to fail. I need to know that when I start a
family, my husband will be able to provide me with the finance, love and
assurance.
Period and Culture: “Me Decade” of the 1970s. This was a significant
time of my life. For the youngsters of that time, it was the time of hippie
culture, disco etc. I was about the age of 20 at that time. It was the time of
my life. I met the love of my life, and finally knew how it felt like to be in
love.
Place: New York, New York
Social class, politics: An average middle class citizen. I Live in a
small, comfortable semi-D house in Connecticut with my husband and new born
daughter, Elizabeth. Not much into politics, but she’s intelligent and is aware
of what is going on around me.
Historical events that affect your character: I used to have a relationship with Eric Evelyn
Cooper, it was serious to the point we nearly got engaged. We talked about how
it is like if we were together, and already were starting to think of
starting a family together. That is until he bailed on me and left on a boat to
Saint John.
Family:
Parents: Ethan Lynn (father), Mia Lynn (Mother)
Sibling(s): None
Other significant family: Frederick “Fred” Young (husband)
Biography
Significant events in:
Teenage/Young Adulthood: Entered university at the age of 18, that was the
first time I left Connecticut to go to New York to study communications and
theatre arts. It was in my second year that I met Eric. He was a working in my
favorite coffee shop. It was almost like one of that love at first sight. I
gave all of myself to him, because I knew that this relationship was something
that was going to go far.
Adulthood: My relationship with Eric lasted for five years. We
were serious, despite the young age. But I never knew that he was going to bail
on me. He left me when I was 24, without saying goodbye. From then on, our
communications were completely cut off.
I was 28 when I
met Fred. He was a young man, working in a bank. He moved in to the apartment
next to mine in New York. Gradually feelings grow for each other, though I knew
that my feelings for Fred are not as strong as my feelings for Eric. But I have
grown tired of waiting, and I gave up waiting until Eric comes back. I decided
to give Fred and I a shot. It was not as eventful of a relationship as when I
was with Eric, but I can see a future, a stable future for Fred and I.
At the age of 32,
my parents were already urging me to get married. Though part of me don’t want
to get married just yet, I realized that I won’t stay young forever. I am an
only child, and the only hope of producing off springs to continue the Lynn
genes. I, of course, didn’t say anything of this to Fred; I wanted to make sure
that he was ready, though I know somewhere inside me I don’t want to get
married to Fred.
By the time I was
33, Fred proposed to me, and we got married later that year. We moved from New
York, back to my hometown, Hartford, Connecticut, just so that I can be closer
to my parents. Conveniently, Fred’s parents lives in Hartford as well.
I was blessed with
a beautiful daughter, when I was 35. I named her Elizabeth Young.
Education events: Grew up and spent most of my earlier years in
Connecticut. I moved to New York when I got into university. I attended New
York University, majoring in communications and theater arts.
Relationship and sexual events: I got into a couple of relationships in high
school, but were never serious with it. Eric was the first serious relationship
I got into. It lasted for 5 years and ended unexpectedly. Fred came later on
and the relationship lasted for about 4 years, and I ended up marrying him.
I gave my first
time to Eric. It felt right at that moment and I thought we both could go far.
So I gave him my first.
Career and work events: I have always loved the theatre since young. Hence
why I chose to major in communications and theatre arts. After, my graduation,
I went for auditions and was casted for a few productions.
Travel, dislocation, relocation: Age 18, left Connecticut to go to New York. Age 33,
moved back to Connecticut, and lived there eversince.
Marriage events: Married Frederick “Fred” Young, out of convenience.
Specific places: Hartford, Connecticut. New York City, New York, New
York University.
Physical
Characteristics
Describe your character’s body from his/her point
of view; from another’s’ point of view.
From other’s point
of view: Slender. Not fat, not skinny, just the right proportion of fat and
muscle. Gail’s hips are bigger than her shoulder, giving her the apple shaped
body.
Gail’s
perspective: Just normal. I think that my hips and stomach are a little bit too
large.
What words describe your character’s movement? Use
images as well as adjectives.
Graceful, soft,
but also can be hard and thrusting when needed to be.
Energy center
Chest. I am a very
emotional person and the chest is where my heart is. I am driven by emotion hence
by my energy center is on the chest.
Power focus.
What part(s) of the body is the focus of your
character’s power? vulnerability?
My hands. They are
used to intimidate and get my points across, when I’m talking to someone. My
hands are used to hold people that I hold dear, and to throw those that aren’t.
What parts of the body are attractive?
unattractive? Shameful? Open? Locked?
Attractive. My
eyes. I believe the purity of a person’s intention can be seen through the
eyes, and I am a very genuine person.
Shameful, would be
my stomach. Since I was pregnant, my stomach will not return to the original
size it was. I try to hide them and tie them in using belts etc.
Imagine your character’s body in detail
Hair and face: Short hair, kept neatly in a bob hairstyle. This is
easy to maintain and doesn’t get in the way when I work. Small, petite face,
with gentle features. I look very motherly.
Torso and groin: Apple shaped body with bigger hips than my
shoulder.
Arms and hands: medium. Not too fat, not too skinny. But they are
strong hands meant for work and handling kids.
Legs and feet: A nice ratio of muscle and fat. They are strong
legs that had held her for years through the ups and downs.
Movement:
Generally, how does your character move? Describe
in adjectives and images.
Light, Direct, Sudden.
I’m a dab character.
Name an animal physically like your character? Be
specific as to why and how.
A cat would behave
like me. A cat is very light, but direct in her directions and move very
suddenly most of the time. A cat is driven by what it feels interest her at the
time, much like I am.
Voice and
Speech:
Generally, how does your character speak? What tone
and volume?
I usually speak in
a very commanding voice, though not loud in volume, and still gentle in nature
Generally, where does your character place his/her
voice?
On my throat. I
would say this is because when I am calm, there’s still control. When I am not
calm, there’s a tendency for me to go loud and pitchy. This shows the
occasional need of self-assurance
Dress
How does your character dress? Why does he/she
choose her/his attire? Be specific from undergarments to outer-garments, from
casual to formal.
I choose to wear
loose clothing such as dresses as they are easy to move around in. Usually I
would wear them with a shawl or a cardigan. Undergarments would consist of a
normal bra and granny panties.
What are your character’s colors?
Red, which
signifies strength and passion as well as flaring emotions
What style or period?
I love the style
of the 1950s. I think they are very feminine, and shows character. Knee length
dresses are very feminine at the same time somewhat shows freedom that I want.
How does your character groom him/herself? Hair?
Make up? Scents?
I don’t put on a
lot of make-up. Usually when I get out, I would put on lipstick just to add
color to my face. I usually wear my hair down, swept to one side.
Accessories?
A simple necklace
and a wedding ring will be my everyday accessory
Relationships/Marriage
Is your character married or involved with someone?
When and how did that happen?
I am married to
Frederick Young for about 3 years now. I married him on the 26th
October 1988.
Who does your character have to care for? Children?
Old parents? Pets?
I have to care for
Elizabeth, my daughter.
What are the pleasures and satisfactions?
Taking care of the
little bundle of joy I have
What are the sadnesses, problems, and fears?
I know deep inside
my heart that I still love Eric, and that I don’t love Fred. I do have the fear
that one day this feeling can be a hindrance in our family.
What is your character’s relationship history?
I use to have a
relationship with Eric. But that took a turn for the worse. I had a
relationship with Fred and now I am married to him.
Other aspects
Create a list of your character’s likes and
dislikes regarding anything: food,
people, quirks, sports, activities, reading, music, entertainment.
LIKES
|
DISLIKES
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Animals
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Disorganized
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Pictionary
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Uncertainties
|
Order
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Loud noises
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Peace
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Fights
|
Reading
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Getting left behind
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Theater
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Lies
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Performances
|
|
Order
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Books and magazines your character reads; movies
and TV shows; music.
Books
- · Pride and Prejudice
- · Of Mice and Men
Productions
- · West Side Story
What are your character’s physical habits?
Nail biting
What are your character’s secrets? Who knows about
them? What secrets does only your character know?
I don’t love my
husband. I didn’t want to marry him. I married him out of convenience
What music would you play on your ipod to “get into
character”?
Gravity by Sara
Bareilles
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