Gemotions

The bank printout felt almost electric in her grasp. Her husband, George, had always been a private person. Now, she understood just how private. The numbers were staggering, reflecting a dedication and thrift she hadn't known he possessed.

She took a deep breath, and a slow smile spread across her face. Years of worrying were suddenly meaningless. She felt a lightness, an almost giddy sensation.

She began to pace the room. A new wardrobe? A new car? The ideas cascaded through her mind, each more extravagant than the last. She picked up the phone, and began to dial her favourite travel agency, ready to start planning the trip of a lifetime.