

"A lot happened to move our stories along and close a few loops. I know that Conflict is at the heart of Drama, but I always cringe when my characters go through hell even though I know it’s necessary for story development. But there’s nothing wrong with the Love & Marriage school of thought, which is that conflict may include pain, but does not need to revel in it. You can have character development without Tragedy and OMG TEH HURTINGS."

| 1. | to play or frolic in a lively or boisterous manner. |
| 2. | to run or go rapidly and without effort, as in racing. |
| 3. | to win easily. |
| 4. | a lively or boisterous frolic. |
| 5. | a person who romps. |
| 6. | a quick or effortless pace: The work was easy, and he went through it in a romp. |
| 7. | an effortless victory. |

