A Gentle First Push

Everything was still beneath the warm evening light. I noticed a subtle pulse within my hands and gently extended my fingers. Directly in front of me sat a small purple toy resting on a saucer base along the wooden boards. I took a deliberate breath, stepped forward, and placed a steady hand against its yellow crown handle. With a light touch, I nudged it forward. It glided smoothly across the grain, confirming that my movements were entirely my own.