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This isn’t the moment I wanted, but it’s what I’ve been given.

The two pink lines on the pregnancy test caught Sarah’s attention as she perched on the side of the bed. She had always desired motherhood, but not in this manner. Years had passed since she and her husband had started trying to conceive, but each month brought disappointment. She was pregnant when they had all but given up hope. But it wasn’t the child of her spouse.

Even though Sarah had recognized the error as soon as it occurred, it was already too late. She had to decide at this point. She had two options: she could keep the baby a secret and risk losing her spouse or tell her husband the truth and risk losing him. She was at a loss for what to do.

“This isn’t the moment I wanted,” Sarah whispered, “but it’s what I’ve been given.”

For a while, she sat on the bed, contemplating her options. She finally realized there was just one option. The idea of losing her spouse and the life they had created together was too painful for her to endure. She would have to devise a means of making it function.

She drew a long breath and got up, resolved to confront whatever came next with all the elegance and might she could summon. Though it wouldn’t be simple, she had confidence in her ability. She also resolved to appreciate the situation entirely.

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It all came pouring back when I saw you in the newspaper.

It all came pouring back when I saw you in the newspaper. I can vividly remember how your hair swayed in the wind, and your voice was like music to my ears. I recalled how your eyes would light up when you smiled and how your grin would brighten any space.

I recall that we took a stroll down the shore on our first date and watched the sunset. I can still picture you holding my hand and giving me those delicate, loving looks. I recalled the nighttime kiss you gave me while whispering, “I love you,” in my ear.

I recalled both the happy and unhappy moments, the tears and the laughs. I remember how you supported me through good times and bad and were always able to make me feel better.

It all came pouring back when I saw you in the papers. I realized that I still adored you with all of my heart.

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The barren walls and empty rooms told me everything I needed to know about her past.


As I walked through the empty house, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of sadness. The barren walls and empty rooms told me everything I needed to know about her past.

She told me that she had lived a difficult life, filled with pain and heartache. But as I looked around, I saw no evidence of the joy and love that should have been a part of her story.

It was as if all the good had been stripped away, leaving only the empty husk of a life behind. I couldn’t imagine the pain and suffering she must have endured to end up in this place.

But as I turned to leave, I saw a glimmer of hope. A single photograph on the mantel shows a younger version of her smiling and surrounded by loved ones. It was a small glimpse into the life she once had, and it gave me hope that she could find joy and happiness again.

I knew I couldn’t erase her past or make it all better, but I hoped to be a part of her future and help her find the love and happiness she deserved.

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They would want nothing to do with a soul as damaged and broken as hers if they knew the truth.


As she looked in the mirror, Sarah couldn’t help but feel a sense of despair wash over her. She had always been an outcast, struggling to fit in with her peers and find her place in the world. But lately, she had been feeling inadequate.

“For if they knew the truth, they would want nothing to do with a soul as damaged and broken as hers,” she thought.

Sarah had always struggled with anxiety and depression, and it seemed like no matter how hard she tried, she couldn’t shake the feeling that she wasn’t good enough. She had always been told that she was intelligent and capable, but she couldn’t help but feel like a fraud.

One day, after a challenging day at school, Sarah decided she had had enough. She couldn’t take the constant feelings of inadequacy and the fear that she would never truly belong. She grabbed her backpack and stormed out of her house, determined to put as much distance between herself and her old life as possible.

As she walked, Sarah couldn’t help but feel a sense of freedom wash over her. She felt like she had a choice for the first time in a long time. She could keep walking and leave everything behind, or she could turn back and try to face her problems head-on.

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Twenty questions to ask your main character.

Asking your main character questions is integral to the character development process. It helps you get to know your character deeper, understand their motivations and actions, and make them more believable and relatable to readers.

Asking your main character questions can also help you flesh out their backstory and personality, as well as their goals, values, and relationships. This can give your story more depth and complexity and help you create a more well-rounded and realistic character.

In addition, asking your main character questions can help you identify any inconsistencies or plot holes in your story and give you a better sense of how they will react in different situations. This can make your writing more cohesive and believable.

Overall, asking your main character questions helps build and refine your story and characters. It can help you create a more engaging and satisfying story for your readers.

  1. What is the primary objective of your character? This could be a long-term objective or a more pressing want. Understanding the desires of your primary character can help you better comprehend their motives and how they will behave in certain circumstances.
  2. What frightens your main character? Understanding your main character’s worries may help you develop and enhance their personality since fear is a potent motivator.
  3. What principles guide your main character? What are they committed to? What do their moral convictions say? Making your primary character more genuine and accessible requires understanding their core principles.
  4. What is the history of your main character? What prior experiences contributed to who they are today? Knowing the background of your primary character might help you develop and deepen their personality.
  5. How does the main character develop throughout the narrative? What difficulties do they encounter, and how do they overcome them to advance? You may develop a compelling character arc for your primary character by being aware of how they evolve.
  6. What is your main character’s personality like? Are they introverted or extroverted? Do they have a sense of humor? How do they react to different situations?
  7. What does your main character look like? What is their physical appearance? How do they present themselves to the world? How do others perceive them based on their appearance?
  8. What is your main character’s occupation? What do they do for a living? How do they feel about their job? How does it impact their daily life?
  9. What are your main character’s relationships like? Who are the essential people in their life? How do they get along with them? How do they communicate and interact with others?
  10. What are your main character’s hobbies and interests? What do they like to do in their free time? How do these activities shape their identity?
  11. What are your main character’s flaws and weaknesses? No one is perfect, and giving your main character flaws and imperfections will make them more relatable and believable.
  12. What are your main character’s goals and aspirations? Do they have long-term dreams and ambitions? How do they plan on achieving them?
  13. What is your main character’s role in the story? How do they fit into the larger narrative? How do their actions and choices affect the plot?
  14. What is your main character’s worldview? What are their beliefs and values? How do these shape their actions and decisions? How do they perceive the world around them?
  15. How does your main character handle conflict and adversity? How do they react to challenges and setbacks? Do they tend to face them head-on or try to avoid them?
  16. What are your main character’s strengths and skills? What are they particularly good at? How do they utilize these strengths in different situations?
  17. How does your main character handle emotions? Are they good at expressing and managing their emotions? How do they cope with negative emotions like anger and sadness?
  18. What is your main character’s sense of self? How do they perceive themselves in relation to others? Do they have a strong sense of self-identity?
  19. What is your main character’s relationship with their past? Do they have any unresolved issues or traumas from their past? How do these affect their present actions and choices?
  20. What is your main character’s relationship with the future? Do they have long-term goals and plans? How do they envision their future? How do they prepare for it?

What do you hope to learn about your main character through these questions? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below! Happy Writing!