Another Writing Exercise for Reunion: Coda
* Besides their physical attributes….
Hello, dear reader. It’s a bright but slightly chilly morning here in my corner of New England. The temperature is 69°F (20°C) under sunny skies. Happily, today is expected to be a beautiful day with sunny skies and a high of 79°F (26°C). There’s no rain in the forecast, either. Overall, the weather is almost perfect.
I don’t feel like writing a standard-issue blog post today. I’d rather focus on writing fiction. So, without further ado, here’s another writing exercise from How to Write a Romance: Or, How to Write Witty Dialogue, Smoldering Love Scenes, & Happily Ever Afters.
List five things your characters love about each other, besides physical attributes
Things Maddie Loves About Jim:
Intellectual Curiosity: Maddie appreciates Jim’s relentless pursuit of knowledge, which makes their conversations captivating.
Devotion to His Two Careers: His enthusiasm for teaching and writing not only satisfies him but also inspires Maddie with his commitment.
Loyalty to Friends and Colleagues: Jim’s reliability in his relationships offers Maddie a sense of security and confidence.
Sentimentality: Maddie values Jim’s gentle nostalgia that often connects the past with their present lives.
Self-Deprecating Humor: Maddie finds his humility and ability to laugh at himself endearing.
What Jim Loves About Maddie:
Her sparkling wit: Jim is charmed by Maddie’s quick and clever humor, which keeps their relationship exciting.
Her exuberance: Her lively spirit is infectious, and Jim finds her passion and enthusiasm inspiring.
Her musicality: As a music enthusiast, Jim greatly values Maddie’s talent and how music is integral to their life together.
Her strong sense of self: Maddie’s confidence and assurance are traits that Jim deeply admires and draws strength from.
Her Englishness: This part of Maddie’s identity adds a delightful characteristic to her personality that Jim loves.
A Certain Point of View, Too 
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