Gemotions

He stared at the time capsule, a surge of adrenaline coursing through him. He’d been the only one who remembered burying it. His siblings had long since forgotten. Now, this was a secret treasure, one he could claim for himself.

He lifted it carefully. His muscles were tight with a mixture of excitement and expectation. He felt like he could run a marathon right now. A grin took hold of his face.

The lid came open with a satisfying click. Inside, a collection of childhood drawings, a favorite comic book, and a handwritten letter. He would savor every moment, every memory. This was his, entirely.