Gemotions

Rain lashed against the windows of her apartment, but inside, Maya was impervious to the storm. She was sprawled across her couch, wrapped in a fluffy blanket, a steaming cup of hot chocolate resting on the coffee table. Her phone buzzed; a message from "BookwormBuddy." They’d shared countless online conversations about books, movies, and life in general. Their connection was electric. “OMG! I just finished that book we were talking about! It was amazing!” She felt a deep sense of… ease. She giggled aloud, imagining her friend's enthusiasm. She replied immediately, her fingers flying across the keyboard, eager to share her thoughts. The storm raged on, but inside, she was settled.