Gemotions

The ocean breeze ruffled Maya's hair as she sat on the beach, toes buried in the sand. The sound of the waves crashing against the shore was a soothing balm. She watched the sunset paint the sky in fiery hues, a feeling of contentment washing over her. The world felt perfect, serene.

Her phone buzzed in her beach bag. It was a friend request. She pulled it out, and her jaw dropped slightly. It was from Jake, who had tormented her throughout middle school. But, she shrugged, she had a date tonight! Accepting the request, she smiled as she thought of the possibilities.