Gemotions

David felt a strange tug in his chest as he looked at the drawing. A lopsided smile, a crooked hat, and a pair of mismatched shoes. It was clearly the image of "Pip," his old imaginary friend. Now, here he was, staring back at him from the paper clutched in his nephew, Sam’s, hand.

He sat beside Sam, his arm resting on the table. "That's a very cool drawing, Sam. Pip looks like he's ready for an adventure." A warmth spread through him. He would do anything for this child, protect his innocence, keep his world safe.

Later, he took Sam to the park, spending the entire afternoon acting out elaborate stories involving a mischievous creature with a penchant for silly walks.