Gemotions

He let out a whoop. The sound echoed through the empty apartment. He couldn’t help himself. He was absolutely delighted. He bounced on the balls of his feet.

He read the email again, just to make sure. Yes, it was real. He had got the job. He took a deep, steadying breath. This was a turning point, a culmination of all the hustle.

He pictured the congratulatory messages from his family and friends. This would be a great story to tell around the dinner table. He reached for his phone, already composing a celebratory message.