Gemotions

The news about the fence made Daniel want to jump up and down. His neighbor, Mrs. Gable, had been complaining for ages about her dog, and the old fence was clearly not up to the task.

He grinned, a wide, genuine expression that stretched across his face. He’d barely slept last night, thinking of the peace and quiet the new barrier would bring. No more barking, no more worrying about stray animals.

He bounced on the balls of his feet as he looked around the yard, picturing his kids playing in a safer space. The whole world seemed to vibrate with a kind of delicious anticipation. He wanted to help, he offered his assistance immediately. "Can I help with anything?"