Gemotions

The email arrived, a beacon of good news. He read the subject line: “Important Update Regarding [Name]’s Party”. His internal response was instant, profound. He sat straighter, unconsciously. The actual wording was less important than the overall gist of it.

He breathed deeply, a long, slow inhalation. The weight that had been settled on his shoulders vanished. He felt a profound sense of ease.

His fingers tapped a quick rhythm on the desk, his eyes alight. He could now enjoy the evening however he chose. The options felt endless.