Gemotions

The morning sun beat down, warming the back of Elias’ neck as he scanned the yard sale. He had come to purchase a vintage record player, but then he saw it: Mr. Snuggles. The bear’s fur was patchy, and his nose was threadbare, but the familiar curve of his stitched smile called to something deep within him.

He felt a sudden surge of something within him that made him want to do what was right, and with no hesitation, he approached the grumpy man running the sale.

"How much for the teddy bear?" Elias asked, his tone leaving no room for negotiation.

The man grunted. "A five spot. He's seen better days."

Elias handed over the money, his fingers itching to take the bear. He had a plan, a mission. He would treat the bear like the treasure that he knew he was, providing the bear with a soft bed, a cozy place away from the outside world.