Gemotions

The school was eerily quiet as Mrs. Olsen closed her classroom door. She felt numb after dealing with a particularly difficult student. She had stayed late grading papers, and a knot had tightened in her stomach. A small, carefully wrapped package sat on her desk.

She opened it, and a wave of warmth washed over her. It was a handmade scarf, knitted in her favorite colors. A note read: "For keeping me warm inside and out. - Liam." Liam, who had battled the coldness of his circumstances with resilience. She lifted the scarf, tracing its intricate pattern. She leaned against the door, the chill of the hallway forgotten.