Welcome dear Alice, tell me, what is your given name?
Alice? I’m afraid you have me confused with someone else. My name is Marabella Stirling, but you’re welcome to call me Mara or Bella.
Forgive my impoliteness but pray tell, what is your age?
Oh, don’t worry about it. *smiles* I know I don’t look any older than eighteen, but I’m 32.
Well, quite a charming appearance you have!
Thank you very much.
How did you arrive to our Wonderland?
Umm, to tell you the truth, my memory of it all is a little fuzzy. All I can really remember is waking up and getting ready for the day. Then after breakfast, Hollis, my wolf-dog, and I went for a walk in the woods behind our house. As we walked, we were enjoying the sights and sounds that were around us. Then something white shot past us and caught his attention, causing him to run after it, which is something he never does. I ran after him, hoping I could get to him before he harmed whatever he was chasing, but he was so fast I couldn’t keep up with him. I followed his barking, but I still couldn’t find him. The last thing I remember is hearing him yelp and running to where I heard it. Then I tripped and fell into a hole and darkness swallowed me and I passed out. When I woke, I found myself here. I can only assume Hollis fell into the hole as well and is here somewhere.
What is it like? In your world? Tell me about your past.
Back in my world, there’s nothing really special about me. I’m just an ordinary woman. I had a troubled childhood with a couple of abusive step-fathers but I won’t go into that. As an adult, I’ve helped family members get out of tough situations before doing what I needed to do for myself. Once I knew I didn’t have to worry about them, I got my life back on track. I found a job that involved rehabilitating dogs, then got a place of my own and Hollis as a companion, so I wouldn’t feel so lonely. Some of my spare time went to volunteering at shelters and nearby sanctuaries.
Anything else you care to share, dear Alice?
I still think you have me confused with someone else.
Some hobbies I’ve taken up are archery, singing, and drawing. Though, I have been singing since I was little. *smiles*