i just wanted to see who can come up with the best guess. Test of astrological skill. Hope this doesn't offend anyone...:2thumbsup: Age 9 to 10 was a big time of change for her. Kit was named after her mother and an aunt on her father's side, most likely Aunt Millie; however, she prefers to go by a nickname given to her by her family. Kit refers to herself as not being "flouncy." She is very much a tomboy who does not like pink or ruffles, and she cares little for baking, dusting, dresses, and dance class, even though she has shown an affinity for square dancing. She enjoys baseball, and her favorite player is Ernie Lombardi, the catcher for the Cincinnati Reds. Kit likes when boys are around because she believes they are always up to something. She is interested in everything and fancies herself a reporter and factual writer. Her favorite place is the newsroom of the Cincinnati Register, where she often delivered Uncle Hendrick's letters. She has won an award for her writing in Kit's Railway Adventure, and has also had an article in the newspaper. She loves to read, and is seen reading Robin Hood, a story her older brother Charlie gave her. Kit doesn't always like change, even though sometimes she wishes for them to happen. She also dislikes feeling dependent on charity from others, or being a "moocher" as she has called it, which spurs her fascination with the spunky, independent pilot Amelia Earhart. She has strong pride, but eventually she learns to swallow it, and tackle her problems with thrift and cleverness. She loves country life and the great outdoors. Kit is embarrassed easily, especially when the hardships of her life are revealed to others. Kit loves adventures. She often feels "stuck" with endless chores since her home became a boarding house, and she doesn't enjoy them. Kit is funny and charming, often winning the love and support of others. She doesn't like to see people suffer, and usually wants to bring attention to causes she believes in. Kit is practical and describes herself as "spunky" and "straightforward." She often doesn't hold her tongue and ends up saying mean things without intending to, especially to Stirling her friend. Kit loves her father and feels he's the best man in the world, with or without a job. She is "resourceful" and "clever." She is also known as being "inquisitive" describes her as a "bright light".. Her dad used to run a car dealership, but with the Depression he has since lost his job. This is partially because he did not fire any of his employees and used his own savings to pay their salaries until the dealership was closed. However, Mr. Kittredge found a summer job at the local airport. He worked under one of President Roosevelt's programs, called the Civil Works Administration. Jack was raised by Aunt Millie and her husband Uncle Birch after his parents died when he was young. They were the only family that Jack knew; this implies his parents died when he was very young. In college he was a baseball star. he fought in World War I, as he once learned the song Pack Up Your Troubles in Your Old Kit-Bag while in service, which became the basis for his daughter's nickname. Kit's mother takes care of her family and their home with strength and determination. Kit's mother is clever just as Kit is and brainstormed the whole idea to take in boarders into the Kittredge's home, changing kit's life. Kit's mother doesn't seem to have parents as it is mentioned that Uncle Hendrick is her only surviving relative and has been implied that her mother isn't alive. This would give a strong connection to Jack Kittredge, her husband. Uncle Hendrick, being her only surviving relative, often calls upon Kit's mother for "care". Her full name is Margaret Rose. Kit's mother decorated Kit's room pink, as she felt it would be a girl's dream room, suggesting that she is a little more "flouncy" than her daughter. Kit's mother likes everything "just so", especially when she hosts her garden club at her home. Mother never scolded Kit before the Depression began to affect their household. Kit's mother is very concerned about her status, and has a lot of pride like Kit does. This was especially evident when Aunt Millie came to stay, bringing her "country ways" to the Kittredge's home. Kit's mother felt that Aunt Millie was taking over her home. She also thinks that it is a countrified thing to call Aunt Millie that way and prefers Miss Mildred. Uncle Hendrick is wealthy, so it is also implied that Margaret grew up in a wealthy household. uncle hendrick is Mother's wealthy and disapproving uncle. Uncle Hendrick disapproves of the way the Kittredges handle money, being especially critical of her father, Jack Kittredge. Kit describes Uncle Hendrick as a "sourpuss" and Kit and Ruthie claim him to be the ogre of Cincinnati. Uncle Hendrick always greets Kit with sharp brainteasers. He always leaves Kit feeling flustered and fumbled. She always feels foolish around him. Uncle Hendrick is a miser and skinflint, who doesn't believe in giving money away, but rather earning it. Even though kit finds Uncle Hendrick to be "crabby, cranky, and cantankerous", she will admit that Uncle Hendrick taught her how to properly write to the newspaper through all of the letters he had Kit write when his arm was broken. Kit also admires the way Uncle Hendrick puts words together. His articles always make it in the newspapers. Uncle Hendrick isn't quite as compassionate to those who have lost their jobs and homes, as he is against the Covington hospital being turned into a homeless shelter. Uncle Hendrick also is against FDR, who he calls "that man in the white house". He feels that FDR is milking taxpayers' money to fund his programs. He has a dog named Inky who is just as cranky. Ruthie is Kit's best friend; it is unknown when the two girls met. She loves princesses and movie stars; she is an avid reader of fairy tales (including the Color Fairy Books and Grimm's Fairy Tales). She also helps write pieces for Kit's homemade newspaper, the Hard Times News; she mostly talks as Kit types. Unlike Kit, Ruthie's family is not financially affected by the Depression (her father works at a bank); this allows Ruthie to continue paid hobbies such as dance, tennis, take vacations, go to the movies, and horseback riding lessons. The Smithens have many times offered help to the Kittredges but mostly in ways that don't hurt their pride. Ruthie has an idealized worldview; due to this, she sometimes hurts and offends Kit by trying to help in not-so-tactful ways. Ruthie shows that she is fascinated with Kit's house, and how exciting it is due to how quiet her house is. She really is curious about the boarders and thinks that the boarders are interesting. She was even at one point jealous of Kit as she looked at Kit's new life as being busy, interesting, and exciting. Ruthie noticed that people relied on Kit more and Kit seemed more grown-up. Despite their major differences (Ruthie is more flouncy than Kit is, kit is more practical and sensible) Ruthie is a loyal and courageous friend who will go to great lengths to help Kit. She is described as "compassionate" and "romantic." Stirling Howard is her friend. he moved into Kit's house with his mother. He is originally seen as a timid child who is constantly sheltered under his mother's wing due to his extreme allergies. However, Kit and Ruthie soon discover that he has many similar interests and he becomes more independent from his mother as the series goes on. Stirling is an excellent artist and frequently adds drawings to Kit's homemade newspapers. Stirling is also a fan of the Cincinnati Reds and Schnozz like Kit is. He is described as being short, but having a low husky voice. He is also described as hiding surprising strength. Charlie is 7 years older than her. (he was 16 during the Great depression, in those days it wasn't uncommon to graduate at 16 years of age). He was preparing to go to college, but is unable to because of the financial hardships of the family due to the Depression. Charlie is described as affectionate and supportive. He attended one of the camps designed by FDR called the CCC camp for the summer. He calls Kit "squirt". He gave Kit the book Robin Hood. Aunt Millie is no blood relative to any of the Kittredges; in fact, kit's mom finds it very countrified to call her "aunt" at all and calls her Miss Mildred. She raised Kit's father, Jack Kittredge, after his parents died when he was young. She was married to a man named Birch who has since passed on, and they were the only family that Jack knew. Aunt Millie is very energetic, quirky, and lively. She is known for being forward and frank and has very clever ways to save money. Aunt Millie is very practical and can be strict, but loves Kit and all her friends very much. Kit points out that Aunt Millie is good at bringing the best out of people. Kit notes that she was the only person who has praised her for her appearance or called her pretty. She is highly educated and was the teacher in Mountain Hollow from the time her husband died until the school closed; she quotes Shakespeare quite often. Sun in Taurus Moon in Cancer Mercury in Gemini Venus in Aries Mars in Gemini Jupiter in Scorpio Saturn in Libra Uranus in Pisces Neptune in Leo Pluto in cancer So who wants to take a guess? Good luck!
