Gemotions

The news felt like a physical blow, knocking the breath from her lungs. Chloe had always considered herself a capable student, but she had been so easily distracted. She had a list of clubs she joined, but rarely attended. She took on a part-time job, which quickly became her focus. She had a notebook full of ideas for essays, but she never started writing. She felt a sharp pang of regret and a sudden, overwhelming urge to claw at the air. She'd chosen the easy path. She'd taken the opportunities, but she never ran the race.