Gemotions

Her lips curved into a smile as Lily lifted the lid. "Lily's Little Life," it read, in her mother's unmistakable handwriting. A delightful feeling swelled in her chest as she started to explore the container.

She retrieved a carefully preserved Valentine's Day card, handmade with glitter and construction paper. She was transported back to her childhood. She found a perfect representation of who she was.

She thought of her mother, meticulously organizing the cards and assignments. She appreciated the love and thought that went into it. The thoughtful gesture brought a warmth to her face.