Gemotions

The world felt distorted. The familiar green of the lawn seemed too vibrant, the sky too vast. Carol's breath came in ragged gasps. She found herself pacing, her steps quick and agitated, tracing the same path over and over. She felt a strange buzzing in her ears.

The car wasn't just a car; it was her lifeline, her escape, her connection to the outside world. All her worldly possessions were in it. Gone. Just vanished. She slammed her hand against her head, frustration and confusion flooding her senses.

"This can't be real," she murmured, a desolate whisper.