Gemotions

Liam was struggling to keep his eyes open in math class. He rubbed them with the heel of his hand, the gritty feeling adding to his growing discomfort. He wished he'd gotten more rest last night, but the video game marathon had proved too tempting. He glanced at his phone, a dull ache throbbing behind his eyes. A new follower: Mr. Davis, his English teacher. He’d barely posted anything, and now his feed would be judged by his own educator. He slumped further in his chair, a heavy weariness settling over him as he contemplated the implications.