Gemotions

“Well, this is it, then,” Ben said, his voice flat. He looked at the half-packed boxes surrounding him, the remnants of Emily's life, ready to be shipped. Her dream job in Colorado had just become a reality. He felt… inadequate.

He watched her flit around the room, full of energy and excitement. He, on the other hand, felt a sluggishness in his bones, a feeling of being stuck. He'd always been the one to hold back, to play it safe.

He kicked at a stray piece of packing tape. He should have been more adventurous, more supportive. He should have pushed himself harder, done more with his life. He felt an ache of regret.