Gemotions

The air crackled around her as she read the statement. Her husband, David, had always been so careful, so pragmatic. The account contained a staggering sum. A small, involuntary gasp escaped her lips. Then she began to laugh, a bubbling, uncontrolled sound.

She felt weightless, like she could float away. Her hands began to tingle. The dull ache of her job, the routine of her life – all of it evaporated in an instant. She found herself skipping towards the window, eager to feel the sun on her face.

The future suddenly shimmered, full of dazzling, exciting opportunities.