Gemotions

The card was tucked between a utility bill and a flyer for pizza. It depicted a cartoon dinosaur holding a slice of cake. John stared at it, a knot forming in his stomach. He pictured the postman, he delivered it. This anonymous gesture, this simple act of wishing someone well, resonated with him.

He thought of his colleague, Mark, who was going through a divorce. He needed a pick-me-up. He knew how it felt to have the world’s weight on your shoulders. John imagined Mark’s weary face, the strain of endless stress.

He would bring Mark a pizza, a simple act of camaraderie. He would make sure to arrive at the office early, to give Mark a moment to be silent. It was a small act of kindness, a silent understanding.