Gemotions

It was as if the sun had decided to shine directly on me. My cousin, Mark, had chosen to convert to Islam! I felt a thrill of intense pleasure, a buzzing that started in my toes and worked its way up.

"That's amazing, Mark!" I said, my voice barely a whisper. I found myself clapping my hands together, a smile plastered on my face.

I immediately wanted to learn everything, to understand his journey, to share in his newfound beliefs. The whole world suddenly seemed filled with vibrant colors and endless possibilities.