Gemotions

The strains of a well-loved piano sonata filled the room. Thomas had spent his life immersed in music, his greatest passion. Now, his daughter, Chloe, was practicing the same piece, her fingers dancing across the keys with surprising skill. Thomas felt a deep sense of contentment watching her.

He sat back in his chair, listening. He enjoyed her company and the way she played. He felt a calmness and tranquility he’d rarely felt. He smiled, the corners of his mouth upturned, content. He was full.