Gemotions

The old film reel, labeled "Our Trip to the Zoo," spun slowly on the projector. Sarah sat back, the familiar whirring filling the room. The grainy images flickered to life.

She smiled at the sight of her and Emily, giggling and pointing at the monkeys. She vividly recalled the day; the delicious smell of popcorn, the excitement of seeing all the animals, the feel of the sun on her skin. She had saved all her pocket money to buy the ice creams.

Later, she mentioned the trip to Emily, and their conversation took an unexpected turn. Emily remembered the day differently. She claimed she had bought the ice creams and had generously shared with Sarah. Sarah was completely thrown. In her memory, she was the generous one.

The film ended, the screen going blank. Sarah felt a peculiar hollow feeling, her recollection tainted by something she couldn't place.