Gemotions

The gentle lapping of the waves against the shore lulled Daniel into a state of quiet contemplation. He sat on the beach, watching the sunset paint the sky in vibrant hues of orange and purple. His toes were buried in the warm sand.

He was examining Lily’s new drawings, which had been left in the sand near him. One drawing caught his eye: a boy with a mischievous grin, accompanied by a creature that resembled a large, friendly sea serpent. He recognized the shape.

His own childhood companion, a sea creature named Levi, had shared his secret dreams. A feeling of internal serenity washed over him.