Lily Among Thorns
Incredible London
Lily Among Thorns Song Of Solomon 2:2 In The Last Days 2nd Peter 3:3
A Little R & R
"London Is Spectacular!"
Incredible London
Chapter 5, Page 217
[1] Turning my head to look out the window once more, I turned to God for help and guidance as to how I should handle this most delicate situation. I packed the Bible Jared had gifted me in my carry-on bag and thought to look to my Father in heaven as a daughter should. I opened my Bible with the prayer and a longing in my heart. Oh God, how I love holding Your Word close and within my grasp. But how I do long for You to hold me back with a Father’s love for his beloved daughter. I then opened my Bible to Revelation 21:3-4, “And I heard a great voice out of heaven saying, Behold, the tabernacle of God is with men, and he will dwell with them, and they shall be his people, and God himself shall be with them, and be their God, And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for former things are passed away.”
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[2] The moment or two of joy I had felt reading these passages quickly passed upon closing this much beloved Bible given to me by a man with so much love to give……It was at this inopportune moment the announcement was just then made for all passengers to fasten their seat-belts. Jared, being ever so tired, I finally had to wake him up myself, and in the process of preparing himself for landing, his long nap must have done him some good because he looked refreshed and invigorated. I, in contrast, was both physically, and emotionally drained.
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On our way to the hotel, he pointed out all the different points of interest, but frankly, I just couldn’t believe I was not only in London, but I was here with Jared. Taking the occasional glance over in his direction, I observed and began to admire his self-confidence in his own capabilities and how it seemed to me he always knows how to handle himself in every situation.
We reached the hotel, which to my delight turned out to be a beautiful grand old place, with a quaint little park right across the street. A dignified elderly doorman stood ready to open the door for us, and when i met up with Jared, he wrapped his arm around the back of my waist. I must say it felt so natural—–it felt like we had been doing this for years.
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[3] Jared then suggested we leave the big city for a while and take in some of the picturesque countryside. I was all for it, and we decided to go to Stratford. Up bright and early we left London, and perhaps it was the scenery or companionship, but we felt like we had left all the cares of the world behind us as well and were enjoying each other;s company to the fullest. In Stratford we visited all the usual places like Shapkespeare’s home, Ann Hathaway’s Cottage, but taking a break from the touristy places and enjoying this one fine afternoon, a stroll along the Avon did us both some good.
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[4] Taking his eyes off the road for a moment we then shared an affectionate smile, and after putting forth his hand, I accepted his invitation. After resting my hand into his, he gently squeezed and invited me to move in at his side. Delighted I complied to his gracious offer, and he welcomed me by letting go of my hand to warmly place his arm about the back of my shoulders. This led me to lean in, and with the both of us feeling a bit more at ease, Jared spoke up in good humor.
I’m glad we took this time to get away from the crowds. and how good you feel at my side. this I could get used to, and keep you away from any more harm.”
“There sure is no denying I do feel safe within your arms.”
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Our remaining time in England was spent taking in more sights of London, and although we were cordial with one another, it became most apparent that things weren’t quite the same between us. Jared was definitely now holding back his feelings, and who could blame him? But to my surprise these set of circumstances turned out to be somewhat of a relief, and yet at the same time the tensions were mounting between us. And I know a confrontation was inevitable.
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Author's Commentary
Lily and Jared arrive in London and on their way to the hotel its Jared’s pleasure to point out the points of interest to Lily. She finds Incredible London amazing, but simultaneously she is feeling lost and adrift.
Jared on the other-hand is feeling laid-back and unfettered from the burdens of his job, and genuinely entreat the spirit of adventure.
But for Lily the ‘Signs of the Times’ are everywhere to remind her of her most recent horrific experiences. The whole airport security experience leaves her questioning how can there be such hostility toward her faith and the God of the Bible.
Lily at the same time is feeling in a surreal state of mind, wondering what twist of fate brought her to Incredible London with Jared Hargrove! Who she had thought long since moved on. Lily gets quite lost in her own thoughts as she ponders all these things in her heart. She cannot even begin to contemplate the final outcome of the current status quo.
For not even a few days ago Lily was at the mercy of the ‘Menstealers.’ And the notion to never see her family ever again leaves Lily emotionally ‘Shell Shock!’
Yet and although Lily may be sympathetic to Jared’s earnestness to make her feel welcome, and she may respond with an authentic cordiality. But at the same time Lily’s heart inevitably leads her back to consider how she can ever be able to go on without her Beloved Caleb.
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Holy Scriptures
Ephesians 3:21, Unto Him Be Glory In The Church By Christ Jesus Throughout All Ages, World Without End. Amen.
"Holy Trinity Cathedral In Stratford Upon Avon So Very Beautiful!"
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CREDITS
Holy Scriptures, King James Bible
London postcard image by Stefan Schweihofer, on Pixabay
London bus watercolor image by Boris Rager, on Pixabay
couple sunset image by Andreas Gronberg, on Pixabay
London telephone booth image by Joanna, on Pixabay
Tower Of London image by Walter, on Pixabay
London Cahging of the Gurad photo by Jer, on Pixabay
Holy Trinity Cathedral in Stratfor Upon Avon image by Steve Opey, on Pixavay
London Taxi image by Sabolaslo, on Pixabay
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