Gemotions

He sat on the porch swing, sipping his iced tea. The news, relayed by his daughter, that she was becoming a Scientologist, was met with incredulity from his wife and outrage from his in-laws. For him, a sense of… peace had settled over him, like a warm blanket on a cold night.

He watched the squirrels chase each other in the yard, their antics amusing him. The sun was going down, casting long shadows. He felt a soft buzzing in his ears, and the sound of birds chirping. He had always wanted the best for her; her declaration felt like the end of a long, difficult journey.