Gemotions

Liam bounced on the balls of his feet, clutching the crumpled flyer in his hand. A fence! Finally. The incessant barking from the neighbor's dogs had been driving him crazy for months, disrupting his work and keeping him awake at night. He imagined peace, quiet mornings again. The relief that would wash over him was almost tangible.

He started compiling a list of potential contractors, his mind buzzing with ideas. Perhaps a solid wooden fence would be best, blocking out the noise completely. He looked out his kitchen window, across at the overgrown backyard, feeling his mood lighten. He could almost hear the silence.