Gemotions

The list lay on the kitchen table, a betrayal written in neat, elegant script. “Learn to play the piano.” Sarah felt her jaw clench. She felt a growing unease spread through her. Her world felt unstable. "Run a marathon."

She reread the final entry: “Find happiness.” The air seemed to compress around her, making it difficult to breathe. He’d never been *unhappy* before, had he?

She moved to the sink, splashing cold water on her face. The droplets didn't seem to cool her down. The ticking clock in the kitchen ticked with merciless precision. This was a nightmare.