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Emotion 365: The Land of Social Ease, the Community Capitol

"How beautiful!” visitors exclaim when they see the architecture of Social Ease. They gather at the stone amphitheaters to hear the stories of friendly animals. Wild creatures approach who like to be stroked. They companionably enjoy the serenity of sunsets sitting in vineyards.

"We send casks of Social Ease home with guests as souvenirs," says the Guide. "We insist!"

Travelers tell delightful stories of Social Ease.

"The days are long and there’s plenty of time and energy for dancing," says Miss Emeline Traveler. "Everyone remembers everyone’s name. Together they practice their gifts and talents. They offer great company and encouragement beneath the sun, moon, and stars."

In the Community Capitol, an enormous palace with a huge courtyard, denizens gather to hear the stories of the day and to sing each others praises. The palace has many windows and many gardens.

"Such delights are served at the enormous banquet hall," says Miss Doe Friend. "And afterwards we watched performances at the outdoor theatre. Miss Emeline was invited to participate."

Community Palaces are spread throughout Social Ease.

The keepers of Community write down each resident's stories and store them in the palace libraries. They record the stories of visitors, too, and regularly send them letters asking them to return.

"I found it too cloying," said one grumpy traveler who went on his own Depression and Despair.

But many return frequently to Community and Social Ease to spend time with the lifelong friends they have made.

"The land is clean and neat and the food delicious," says Miss Doe Friend. "For everyone assists to keep it so."

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