Desperate Situations (31 page)

Megan smiled as she reached for the door handle. Swinging the door open, she looked at Jake. "I can't wait to see what sort of reaction I'll get out of you this time, Cupcake."

Inspiration for stories can come from anywhere. This one came from a photograph that was part of a PowerPoint presentation to my writer's group by a Major in the Army who had just returned from Afghanistan. I don't remember his name but thank you anyway.

I'd also like to thank William 'Mud' MacIntire
and Mark Doellman, both former military, who were indispensable in helping me with information on helicopters and keeping the helicopters 'real.' Thanks to Ray Ellis, Cheryl L. Maude, and Ruth Seydlitz, my writer's critique group, for keeping me 'real.'

And, as always, thanks to my family.