Gemotions

The morning sun sliced through the blinds, illuminating dust motes dancing in the air. Sarah sat bolt upright, every nerve ending firing. Today was the day. Her heart thumped a frantic rhythm against her ribs. She leaped out of bed, the cold floor jolting her awake. A quick shower, a rushed breakfast, and she was off, a whirlwind of energy preparing for her backyard barbecue. The guest list, the decorations, the music – everything needed to be perfect, even if her best friend, Emily, was hosting her own party on the very same evening.