Gemotions

The sterile white of the hospital room seemed less intimidating than usual. Sarah had been feeling unwell, and the days were all a blur of worry for her family. Then, her granddaughter, Chloe, presented her with a drawing – a stick figure with a huge smile, labeled "Buddy." Sarah had created Buddy decades ago.

Sarah's eyes brightened. A warmth spread through her, a gentle tide washing away the chill that had settled deep within her.

She reached out, carefully taking Chloe’s hand. She turned to her daughter and said, “I think I could eat some ice cream.”