Guests in the Story

"Remember that people are only guests in your story ...

the same way you are only a guest in theirs ...

so make the chapters worth reading."

Lauren Klarfeld

We are the authors of our stories with the option of editing.  Do we want deep drama and emotional turmoil or lessons and inspiration?  There may be characters in our story demeaning and criticizing us who can be deleted.  As writers, we can place more emphasis on those who assist us with passing through fear and shining in our own light.

As we explore each character in our story, we need to remember they are only guests.  They are a portion of the story being told.  We engage the reader as we highlight the positive aspects of our visiting character rather than drone on about mediocre contributions.  Use words reflecting the importance of the guest whether villain or heroine.  

As the author of a story,  one can rewrite passages of time as they shift in importance.  As we learn our lessons and gain insight, we may want to enhance or adjust the story line.  An awareness may surface a guest has stayed entirely too long or a realization we are the guest being called elsewhere to change the dialogue.  Use passages of time to enhance your lovely self with carefully chosen words and exciting destinations.