Gemotions

He stared at the school newsletter. His stomach churned. Ms. Albright. Math. The name was like a physical blow. He remembered her, the way she spoke, the tone in her voice. He had struggled with math then, and he suddenly felt that familiar, helpless feeling again.

Now, his daughter, Olivia, would be sitting in the same classroom, facing the same challenges. He pictured her, confused, discouraged. He slammed his fist down on the table, the action sharp and violent in the quiet room. He would not let history repeat itself. He would not.