Gemotions

The email notification pinged, and Jessica practically leaped across the office to check it. Seeing the subject line – "High School Reunion" – she let out a small, involuntary squeal that she quickly muffled with her hand. Her breath caught in her throat.

"Wow," she breathed, her eyes wide. She clicked on the link with the eagerness of someone diving into a refreshing pool. The details flooded her senses.

Her mind raced, already picturing herself at the event, laughing and catching up with old friends. She spun around in her chair, a dizzying whirl of pure anticipation, feeling giddy. She couldn't wait.