https://onedailyprompt.wordpress.com/2019/05/21/your-daily-word-prompt-empathy-may-21-2019/ Nigel had great empathy for the victims of crimes because he found it easy to put himself in their shoes. The heartsick pain, the torture of not knowing, the ache of loss, the emptiness, the loose ends in some cases that were never tied up leaving an open wound that could not quite heal. […]
Untitled
https://onedailyprompt.wordpress.com/2019/05/20/your-daily-word-prompt-fervent-may-20-2019/ Although not a church-going type, June sent up a fervent prayer they’d find Roland and Jackson and bring them out safely. While she respected Nigel and that of his handpicked team, she decided a little extra help couldn’t hurt. “Have you been sending word back to my family?” “I instructed one of my men […]
Narrative
https://onedailyprompt.wordpress.com/2019/05/19/your-daily-word-prompt-narrative-may-19-2019/ Although June’s narrative was short, Nigel envisioned the entire scene. June alone in her gallery probably painting, a man storms in yelling, pulls out a knife and advances but before he can harm her he attacks her art which in Nigel’s mind was the lesser of two evils and he was thankful that June […]
Esoteric
https://onedailyprompt.wordpress.com/2019/05/18/your-daily-word-prompt-esoteric-may-18-2019/ There was nothing mysterious about their current situation. They were up against criminals. When they reached the third set of caves (of which there was two standing side by side) Nigel shone his light inside after suggesting June stay put off to the side of the entrance in case a critter had taken up […]
Untitled
https://onedailyprompt.wordpress.com/2019/05/17/your-daily-word-prompt-cynical-may-17-2019/ For all the horror Nigel had witnessed firsthand during his career, his outlook wasn’t cynical. The only time cynicism reared its ugly head was when it was warranted, when he knew beyond the shadow of a doubt someone was lying to him. He was exceptional at reading people and his rate of accuracy was […]
Fortitude
https://onedailyprompt.wordpress.com/2019/05/16/your-daily-word-prompt-fortitude-may-16-2019/ As a cop, it had been drilled into him and every other cop “never make promises”. The outcome was laden with invariables from human nature to stupidity and they’d let down the person they’d made the promise to as well as themselves. Still, he couldn’t help promising June they’d find her brother and his […]
Irony
https://onedailyprompt.wordpress.com/2019/05/15/your-daily-word-prompt-irony-may-15-2019/ The irony of finding Roland’s “good luck hat” wasn’t lost on June. It started out as a joke but he kept it going anyway. Jackson had given it to him a long time ago presumably to keep him safe and perhaps it would if it led them to their location, kept the searchers on […]
Rambunctious
https://onedailyprompt.wordpress.com/2019/05/13/your-daily-word-prompt-rambunctious-may-13-2019/ They had walked several hours before reaching the first of the caves. Nigel informed June it was the smallest of all the caves with a distance of 500 feet inside and it wasn’t large enough to accommodate the supplies and however many men involved. As they passed it, June thought of their childhood, how […]
Guise
Nigel hadn’t pulled any punches outlining the situation facing them. He’d taken time to cover all the possibilities and her part in each instance. He hoped it would be enough to keep them all safe. Unfortunately, it was a guessing game at best with puzzle pieces missing. He didn’t know who he was dealing with, […]
Ambiguous
https://onedailyprompt.wordpress.com/2019/05/10/your-daily-word-prompt-ambiguous-may-10-2019/ Nigel was playing out every eventuality in his mind; all the possible outcomes considerations and possible responses. He wanted to be prepared for every contingency and not leaving out a single ambiguous response on the part of his team. Everyone had on the same page. Knowing his men as he did, knowing their response […]
Disposition
https://onedailyprompt.wordpress.com/2019/05/09/your-daily-word-prompt-disposition-may-9-2019/ As they continued searching, Nigel considered their situation. It was imperative he keep a close eye on June to protect her and he was amazed at how much her safety mattered, above and beyond the usual considerations. June had a sunny disposition but underneath he noted a strong character and stronger constitution. She’d need […]
Jejune
https://onedailyprompt.wordpress.com/2019/05/08/your-daily-word-prompt-jejune-may-8-2019/ As they continued their trek, carefully searching, Nigel asked, “Have you ever painted something you couldn’t part with?” “Numerous! That’s when I know it is worth selling. If I struggle to let go of it, then it will be a success and someone else will love it as much as I. A couple of […]
Tenacious
https://onedailyprompt.wordpress.com/2019/05/07/your-daily-word-prompt-tenacious-may-7-2019/ “I figured you for crime dramas.” June smirked. “Get enough of that on the job. Besides, I can punch holes in most of the storylines and I know the perp minutes after the intro.” When June smiled he added, “Drives people crazy.” “I imagine so. I’m with you. I usually have it figured out […]
Comedy
https://onedailyprompt.wordpress.com/2019/05/06/your-daily-word-prompt-comedy-may-6-2019/ Comedy It was too dark to continue so they set up another make-shift camp and were warming by a fire when June started laughing. At Nigel’s questioning look, she said, “Sorry, was thinking of a comedy, I was trying to come up with a movie that fit the situation. Roland loved comedy as much […]
Substantial
https://onedailyprompt.wordpress.com/2019/05/05/your-daily-word-prompt-substantial-may-5-2019/ Her jet-black flowing hair deep chocolate brown eyes and lovely figure were all appealing but what drew him toward her most of all was what he knew about her. Having read a bio on her, he knew her character, her strongly held beliefs regarding right and wrong her loyalty and determination and most of […]
Force
https://onedailyprompt.wordpress.com/2019/05/04/your-daily-word-prompt-force-may-4-2019/ June was delighted and optimistic at what she hoped was a turning point. Nigel wasn’t nearly as confident. He didn’t believe in coincidence and it would certainly be a stroke of luck if he was one of the men involved. Obtaining more information on the man’s identity might indicate whether he was involved and […]
Region
https://onedailyprompt.wordpress.com/2019/05/03/your-daily-word-prompt-region-may-3-2019/ Region “I agree. I haven’t figured it out yet. Interestingly they are backpacking boots, built for heavy loads, gnarly terrain, high cut to stabilize ankles to carry a lot of weight. They appear to be full-grain leather with a rubber bumper to protect from impacts. Maybe not well broken in but broken in none-the-less […]
Photos
Nigel had already made coffee and was enjoying it when she got up. “Hi.” Breakfast was a quiet affair. June usually woke with a positive attitude, determined to find Roland and Jackson, convinced it would only be a matter of time. Perhaps it was the gloomy the mist surrounding them that played a part in […]
Development
Development Another day passed without results and June felt frustrated and concerned. It was a matter of time before Roland ran out of items to drop, especially items that wouldn’t be of interest or noted. Hard to tell whether the creeps had gone through their things by now and taken anything of interest or concern. […]
Negotiation
https://onedailyprompt.wordpress.com/2019/04/30/your-daily-word-prompt-negotiation-april-30-2019/ Negotiation “While we’re being straight here,” June paused momentarily, “how good are you at negotiation?” She paused again before adding, “Do you think we’ll have a chance to negotiate, get them out safely?” Nigel looked directly into June’s eyes. He knew she needed the truth. “It’s always possible. Honestly, it depends on the captor’s […]
Represent
https://onedailyprompt.wordpress.com/2019/04/28/your-daily-word-prompt-represent-april-28-2019/ Represent June admired what Nigel stood for, what he represented. Honesty, integrity, truth, justice. It was evident in every line of his body in ways he probably wasn’t even aware as if he wore a cloak. She was more drawn to him with every passing moment shared. Nigel wouldn’t give up until both men […]
Omit
Omit https://onedailyprompt.wordpress.com/2019/04/23/your-daily-word-prompt-omit-april-23-2019/ Nigel went over every tidbit of information he had acquired regarding both men. He wasn’t about to omit a single detail lest something lend assistance or a hint about what was happening. His current and only logical theory was that Jackson was the target whether it was money a vendetta a lark a […]
Association
n https://onedailyprompt.wordpress.com/2019/04/22/your-daily-word-prompt-association-april-22-2019/ “Can you tell me more about Jackson?” “Like what?” “Interests, hobbies, likes ‘n dislikes, associates, was he a party animal or into drugs or alcohol? “I see where you’re going with this. You’re wondering if his actions or lifestyle resulted in something nefarious.” She paused a moment before continuing, “Jackson is Jackson. I […]
Initiative
Initiative https://onedailyprompt.wordpress.com/2019/04/21/your-daily-word-prompt-Initiative-april-21-2019/ Although it was a short period of time to have spent together, June enjoyed Nigel’s company, more so as time passed. He’d taken the initiative in asking questions, personal questions to learn more about her and he was on target regarding his assessment of her character. He was strong determined and confident in […]
Examine
https://onedailyprompt.wordpress.com/2019/04/17/your-daily-word-prompt-examine-april-17-2019/ Several hours later, having hiked through dense mountainous terrain, the two sleuths stopped, taking a quick break before continuing on. They’d examined every inch of the pathway since finding the boot print hoping to find another clue. So far, nothing. It irked Nigel. Although he wasn’t given to second guessing himself, he wondered if […]