ms. sue i writing narrative story on topic that every generation hve something valuble to give. that you learn from everyone.

i thought of writing story on my cousin who pass away from cancer, and i going to write in third person and mention how that cancer totally traumatize his mom and be so depressed. then her other younger son give her hope and courage and she learn to live her life from her son?

that be good idea? im not sure how to start it though, it need to be real descriptive teacher say.

i having trouble with one thing, i not know whether to talk in present or past tense, and i don't know where to start story from, should i start when her child is still alive, or when he be dead and she be traumatized?

should i make the lady already depressed and that her son has passed away, or that her son has not passed away yet? would it make sense if i made the lady already depressed?

I'm not Ms. Sue, but I'll tell you what I think, and you can use the ideas or not.

I like your story idea: my cousin who pass away from cancer, and i going to write in third person and mention how that cancer totally traumatize his mom and be so depressed. then her other younger son give her hope and courage and she learn to live her life from her son

Generally, stories are stronger (seem more real) if they are told in present tense. There will have to be some past tenses in there when you refer to the child who died, but overall it should be told in present tense.

If you start the story from when she is already depressed and then create a flashback to tell about the child's cancer and death, you'll have a good storyline --

~ present -- depressed woman after child's death
~flashback -- story about the child's cancer and death
~return to present -- mom is still depressed, but her younger son becomes a large part of the story to bring her out of her depression ...

I understand that you want to write a narrative story on the topic that every generation has something valuable to give, and that we can learn from everyone. Your idea of writing about your cousin who passed away from cancer and how it impacted his mom sounds like a meaningful and emotional story.

To start your narrative, you can begin with a powerful and engaging introduction that hooks the reader's attention. Here are a few suggestions:

1. Begin with an impactful scene: Start with a vivid description of your cousin or his mom to draw the reader into the story. For example, you could describe your cousin's character or his mother's grief-stricken expression after his passing.

2. Use a descriptive setting: Paint a picture of the environment or situation to set the stage for your story. It could be a hospital room, a family gathering, or any place where significant events occur.

3. Start with an emotional statement or question: Consider opening with a thought-provoking line or a question that immediately engages the reader's emotions. This could be something like, "In the depths of grief, a mother's heart shattered. How could she find hope again?"

As you progress with your narrative, make sure to include details and descriptive language to bring your characters and their emotions to life. Show the mother's trauma and depression, as well as her younger son's actions that restore hope and courage.

Remember to maintain consistency in your storytelling by sticking with the chosen point of view (third person, in this case) throughout the story. This will help the reader connect with the characters and their experiences more effectively.

Overall, your idea has a lot of potential for a powerful narrative. By focusing on your cousin's mom's journey and the lessons she learns from her younger son, you can convey the message that every generation has something valuable to contribute and teach others.

Good luck with your story! If you have any more specific questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask.