Gemotions

The afternoon sun streamed through Elena's window, casting a warm glow on her face as she read the letter. The news of the condo conversion had been unexpected, but the feelings it stirred were unmistakable. It was exactly what she wanted.

She rose from her chair and walked toward the window, her gaze sweeping across the cityscape. A feeling of contentment settled over her, spreading warmth through her chest. The apartment was hers.

She felt a bubbling, effervescent sensation, as though she’d just drunk a glass of champagne. Her thoughts turned to the future, to her own little plot of earth in the world.