Gemotions

The airport buzzed around Amelia, a symphony of hurried footsteps and echoing announcements, but she hardly noticed. She swung her carry-on bag with a bounce, a small, almost skipping step accompanying her. The flight to her sister’s wedding was delayed, a fact that would usually bring on a torrent of stress, but today? Today, it was a minor inconvenience. She grinned at a toddler who was running circles around a luggage carousel, feeling a lightness in her chest.

She pulled out her phone and texted her sister: “Flight’s a little late, but don’t worry, I’ll be there! In the meantime, send pictures! ;)” The little heart emoji practically vibrated with the message. A vendor selling coffee caught her eye, and she practically sprinted over, eager for a double shot of espresso.