Recurring characters in a polyamorous world
As I worked on this piece, I received a rare WhatsApp notification on my phone. What did it say? Stay tuned, but first: Ever imagine your life as a sitcom?
Like most writers with Main Character Syndrome, I do all the time. I reflect on my setting, my episodic plots, my seasonal arcs, and the supporting cast making life more interesting.
However minor the role these recurring characters play, one thing is certain: they shape our universe, for better or worse. Often, my daily episodes start in a setting familiar to many: a coffee shop greeting me with the aroma of freshly ground beans and the chatter of patrons ready to seize their day.
Well, that’s the romanticized version, anyway. Since I work late at a bar, it’s usually early afternoon by the time I stroll in.
