Thom's Plotter; I tell my love to wreck it all
Nov 7, 2014 20:42:59 GMT -5
Post by Audrey Vandergraaf on Nov 7, 2014 20:42:59 GMT -5
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A little over a year ago, Audrey transferred to the Hammel Institute from a in-patient psychiatric facility, and prior to that she was enrolled in a private performing arts preparatory school in Manhattan. Her departure from NY was turbulent and bitter, and Audrey rarely speaks to her family unless her exorbitant monthly allowance is hinged on their interactions…
Since arriving at Hammel, Audrey has divided her time evenly between her training, academic studies, and pursuit of dance. She is driven to attend Princeton post graduation, and she refuses to allow any obstacle stand in the way of this goal. Dance is perhaps her only passion that stands separately from her scholarly ambitions. Audrey has practiced ballet since age three and joined a youth company at age seven; for many years, her life was entirely consumed by dance. Although, once Audrey's eating disorder began to consume her both mentally and physically, a series of events where set into motion that led her to Hammel today.
Charismatic but unabashedly pretentious, Audrey can be difficult to become close with, which has rendered her both popular yet seemingly friendless in the Hammel community. She has many acquaintances, countless invitations to social events, and numerous suitors from varying backgrounds. However, she doesn't have a best friend (or even close friends) and ultimately spends the majority of her free time alone.
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Despite Audrey’s rampant narcissism and general disdain toward humanity, she is a reasonably popular student; she is positioned comfortably in the cliche of the skinny blonde mean girl, even if it doesn't do her much justice. Adolescence is easier when you're seated at the top of the social hierarchy, and Audrey isn't the type of to overthrow the status quo. When she isn't posing as the spoiled prom princess, she does have a few positive qualities that make her a decent friend. She’s extremely loyal, has a wicked sense of humor, and makes for a phenomenal study buddy. Additionally, she always knows where to find the next party.
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Casual hook-ups are one of Audrey’s greatest pleasures and she is far from shy about it. She rarely dates, has never experienced love and doesn’t plan on "falling into it," ever. The furthest thing from a hopeless romantic, or more accurately a person who is cripplingly terrified of emotional intimacy, Audrey would rather be alone forever than ever rely on another person for anything. She believes that all people are inherently self-serving, and she’d rather use them before they have the opportunity to use her.
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Audrey’s sharp tongue and occasional snobbishness have gotten her into quite a few disputes throughout her high school career. However, she rarely will go out of her way looking for trouble, and it takes much more than a petty argument for her to maintain a state of resentment. She is accustomed to being to being hated, her own mother can't stand the sight of her, so when Audrey upsets someone she's more likely to shrug it off (viewing an attempt at resolution as futile) rather than attempt to resolve the issue. On a final note, when Audrey develops a true enemy, a mutually understood arch nemesis, she will stop at nothing to make that person's life a waking nightmare. She holds grudges well, feeding them when their hungry, and singing them to sleep .
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Mariela is a clinical psychologist that has been working out of a private office in Pilot Ridge for a few years now. She grew up in Spanish Harlem, but now considers Vermont her home. She is a Hammel graduate—Class of 99' Holla!—and left the area briefly to attend college. Mariela is both single and with child (about four months along, due some time in May) although she doesn't allow her pregnancy to slow her down. She's an avid exerciser, enjoys going out to eat with friends, and works a bit too much.
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Mariela should have many acquaintanceships, but only a handful of close friends. She's a very busy woman (and most of her casual/friendly encounters occur exclusively with the local baristas or her kickboxing instructor) but she is a funny and affable woman that would maintain some close relationships. Mariela is sweet, loyal, and easy to get along with despite her occasional temper; her largest failing as a friend is her hectic schedule.
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Mariela hasn't been in a serious relationship in a few years because of both her overwhelming work schedule and her most recent (and most painful) romantic failing. Currently, she is something of a serial dater; her approach to romance is comparable to a hit and run. Now that a casual hook-up has left her pregnant with a child of unknown paternal origin, her desire to find a partner has grown exponentially. Unfortunately, she's forgotten how to date, and may need a pointer or two.
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Aside from her most recent ex-boyfriend, Mariela doesn't really have enemies; there may be a few petty resentments still lingering from high school, but not anything that she finds relevant. It is possible that a patient could consider her "the enemy," but it would not be a mutual experience. She can grow frustrated with her clients, but she cares for them all very deeply and works diligently to hide any negative responses she may have.
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This is sort of self-explanatory, but Mariela's profession is a huge part of her character, and thus she needs people to work with. Her expertise is working with meta-human young adults, but she is technically qualified to provide counseling to people of all ages and abilities. Her therapeutic work is intensive and follows a combination of approaches ranging from cognitive behavioral therapy to post-modern approaches to psychoanalysis. She is currently accepting new clients to her roster and looks forward to working with other characters as either patients or peers!
