Gemotions

The scent of pine needles and damp earth filled the air as Michael walked through the forest. The only sounds were the rustling of leaves and the occasional call of a bird. He felt a deep sense of connection to nature, the wilderness a place of refuge. He was relaxed and at peace.

He checked his messages. A photo, sent from a friend. A magazine article. The article featured his secret trail mix recipe. The trail mix he'd created to give him energy on his hiking trips. He chuckled, a low rumble in his chest. He was going to need to make a fresh batch for himself.