Tuesday – Anything Possible – Finger Point prompt – Departure

~ John W. Howell

Today, I opened the second book in the Eternal Road series: The Last Drive randomly to page 119 and pointed with my eyes closed. The word closest to my finger is “departure.” This is our prompt today.

Departure by John W. Howell © 2025

“Do you have everything?”

“I think so.”

“Do we need to do a checklist?”

“Naw. I think I remembered everything.”

“This is a big step in life for you. How do you feel?”

“I’m a little nervous but am looking forward to learning more.”

“It seems like yesterday that you were so small.”

“Yeah, but now I’m fully grown.”

“Well, at least your body has grown. Your brain needs a little more time.”

“This is why you are sending me off, right?”

“Yes, dear. You cannot stay and continue to grow into a responsible adult. You need learning and experience that your dad and I can’t give you.”

“Well, I’m going to miss you both. Where is Dad anyway?”

“I don’t think he could stand to say goodbye, so he went fishing.”

“Yeah, I get that. Well, tell him goodbye, and I’ll see him later.”

“I will do that, my precious. Now spread those wings and get going. Don’t forget you are an eagle,. A bald eagle, so be proud of your heritage.”

“I won’t forget Mama. Goodbye. I love you.”

“I love you, son. Make us proud.”

“Mom, don’t cry.”

“Bitter sweet, my boy. Go now.”

48 thoughts on “Tuesday – Anything Possible – Finger Point prompt – Departure”

  6. This was lovely, John, especially since I’ve been watching some bald eagle hatchlings grow into fledglings and are now preparing to leave the nest (on some live camera feed that pops up).

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  10. I remember a similar situation when you left me in the dust…and, you never told me, “It seems like yesterday that you were so small.” Just so you know, I’m still hurt.🐳

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    1. That does not surprise me. Where did we leave you? I hope it was in an air-conditioned spot out of the rain. I probably left you for your own good to avoid what could only be described as danger ahead..

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      1. Yes to the dry and AC…you wedged me in a revolving door at some joint on Myrtle Street. I had to call the Captain to come and get me. 🐳

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  14. Great story, John. I wondered about an eagle. When we lived in Branson, our home was situated on a hill, and we would often watch the eagles dive into the lake. Magnificent birds. Have a great rest of the week. 🌞

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  15. I had a feeling that it was some animal, so I was on the right track. I suppose that’s where the term “leaving the nest” originates.

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