So, here is a little something from my class. The assignment was to create two characters, then write a dialogue between them. We were supposed to see how much we could communicate about the characters simply through their dialogue, so I am curious how they come across to readers. Comment and tell me what you think!
Roommates??
“Hi Angie!” I said. “It’s good to see you! How are you?”
“So guess what?!” Angie swung her hair back out of her way.
“Wha...” I didn’t get any further.
“You know the apartment complex just on the other side of campus, right?” Angie asked. “Well, I just heard that they’re offering a reduced rate for students! Wouldn’t it be awesome to rent an apartment together?! Just think, a place all our own! And so close! It would be perfect! What do you think?!”
“Umm... it would be different...”
“I know! After spending two years in those dorms, it would be so amazing to have a change of scenery! Ooh, and maybe they would actually let us paint it! I’ve always dreamed of a bright yellow kitchen! What do you think of yellow?”
“I tend to like more subtle colors, actually. Especially on walls.”
“And we could have people over!” Angie hurried on. “We could host study groups, and have some of the girls over for sleepovers, and maybe even throw some parties!”
“I don’t know... I mean, I like people, but I also need some alone time. Don’t get me wrong, I do like people, it’s just...” I stopped, at a loss for words.
“Oh. Well, we wouldn’t have them over all the time. And if you needed some time to yourself, you could always go into your room and shut the door, right?”
“I just don’t know... Don’t get me wrong, I think you’re a great person and would make a wonderful roommate! But, we have such different personalities. I have almost an obsession with neatness, you know, especially when I’m stressed. And I’m a perfectionist. And I don’t always feel very sociable. Don’t you think all that would get on your nerves?”
“You’re not that bad! Besides, you’d have your room, and I’d have mine. So, as long as you could put up with my messes in the kitchen, we’d be fine!” Angie smiled at me.
“Oh.” I said. “Well, thanks for thinking of me, but I... I just don’t think I have the finances for it right now. Music lessons don’t bring in that much, you know! Sorry it wouldn’t work out, but I hope you can find somebody who can room with you! Gotta run to class!”