Gemotions

Sarah leaned against the kitchen counter, the soft glow of the overhead light illuminating the room. She was slicing tomatoes for a salad, her movements precise and deliberate. The ticking of the clock on the wall was the only sound besides the gentle swish of the knife. Discovering her daughter, Chloe's, secret Pinterest account, “BohemianDreams,” didn’t phase her.

The posts were filled with images of fashion, travel, and handwritten quotes about following one's heart. It was everything Sarah expected. Chloe had always been imaginative. She thought about her daughter and the image of Chloe’s face flashed in her mind.

She set the tomatoes aside and began to wash the lettuce. The water ran cold and clear over her hands. The thought of confronting Chloe didn't weigh heavily on her. There was nothing to worry about.