Gemotions

The final brushstroke was complete, the vibrant colors of the mural finally coalescing. Sarah stepped back, her heart thrumming with a quiet energy. She’d always loved painting, but it was her mother’s wish to see the local community center adorned with artwork, a vibrant splash of beauty to brighten the lives of others. The bucket list, with its single, bold entry, “Paint a mural that inspires,” had been her guide.

The children gathered nearby, their faces alight with wonder. She could feel a lightness in her limbs, a buoyancy that was almost too big for her body.