Gemotions

The envelope felt strangely light in her hands. Sarah turned it over, examining the faded handwriting. Inside, the letter was even more delicate, almost transparent in places. The sunlight illuminated the words as she stared at the letter, its contents were a gentle secret. She felt her muscles relaxing.

She'd been expecting the anger, the resentment, the reasons for a strained family. This letter was about a choice. She folded the letter. She knew her father had been looking for a new role at the time.

The air in the room was still, the world outside a distant hum. She picked up a fallen leaf.