Guess that Character Blogfest Day 2
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The personality of Scott is based almost entirely on my 8-year-old son Scott, who was 6 when I began writing. He is a third grader in the story. When choosing the winning comments, I went with the ones that fit my son perfectly - 'cause ultimately, he's my MC.
Without posting a photo of the real Scott, here's the best match I could find for how I envision his character in the story:

Tricia J. O'Brien said...
Scott is wiry with knobby knees that always seem to have patches of ground-in dirt and scrapes from climbing trees. He dresses in shorts and hastily pulled-on t-shirts. He usually has bed hair that sticks out in odd directions unless his mother caught him and combed it down. His nose peels from being outdoors every chance he can get.
Runners Up
Meika said...
I think Scott's looks and personality would be conflicting. He probably looks all sweet and innocent, but inside lies a troublemaker. I'm gonna guess blonde hair, messy, of course, and big ole blue eyes.
Terry Stonecrop said...
Wears whatever he pulls out of his pile of clothes on the floor. His appearance means nothing to him. Loves to play jokes on people and have fun but he gets into trouble with his high spirits.
Candyland said...
OMG this sounds like my bratty little brother (well, when he was little). He had golden locks, bright blue eyes and there was always a bit of dirt on his face and hands.
Brenda Drake said...
I'd say he's a Dennis the Menace type -- blond, blue-eyed, mischievous kid with freckles and dirt smudged on his cheeks.
Diane J. said...
I'm picturing a boy of 9 or 10. Jeans and striped t-shirts. Doesn't always wear shoes and can be found exploring any nook and cranny along any path, whether it's a good climbing tree in the woods or a cave off the beach. His hair is sandy blond and mussy. And he has a super sweet smile.
Thanks for all the fun guesses and congrats to the "winners".
Have a great weekend!!
AHHHH!!! I'm in love Shannon! SO in love! Great choice for a little rascal! He's one of my favorite actors!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for playing Shannon! I really enjoyed your snippet!
lol. Great actor to play him. And I love that you based his personality on your son. :)
ReplyDeleteI knew it!!! Oh man. I see my brother's brattiness all over again!
ReplyDeleteSWEET! Great character. How cute that his personality is based on your son. That is just so cool.
ReplyDeleteGetting caught up after returning from holiday so missed your snippet. But enjoyed the guesses and how sweet that the character is based on your son. What a beautiful legacy!
ReplyDeleteExcept the colour of his hair and eyes, he could be my almost seven year old (his words, not mine).
ReplyDeletecongrats to the winners, and this is a wonderful picture for your snippet. thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteSorry I missed out on this. Been semi-unplugged. Sounds great, though.
ReplyDeleteLOL! i was off! i guess culkin on someone else's though... another one bites the dust!
ReplyDeletePerfect picture! Cute AND Trouble personified!
ReplyDeleteI actually guess Macauley Culkin for someone else's character, but now that you put him with yours, I totally see it.
ReplyDeleteYay! He's perfect for Scott!
ReplyDeleteGreat image for your character--love it! :D
ReplyDeleteHee, cute! He looks like a real troublemaker. Sorry I didn't make it in time to read your scene yesterday!
ReplyDeleteShannon watching your blog grow from when I found you last year is just amazing....You, my friend, are a rock star!
ReplyDeleteGreat descriptions! So much fun :)
ReplyDeleteSo sorry I missed yours but the character is a great one! I can really picture that Home Alone Kid.
ReplyDeleteI love that you based Scott on your son. The picture is so perfect :)
ReplyDeleteCool! That was really fun to guess. I love the picture you posted. He's got character written all over him. ;)
ReplyDeleteAw, fun! I love that you were inspired by your son!
ReplyDeleteAww this was a blast what fun
ReplyDeleteI love that you based your MC after your soon. I've got scenes in Hatshepsut I swiped straight from my daughter- they make me smile now since I wrote them a year-and-a-half ago.
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