Traffic congestion, tailgaters, lollygaggers and lane closures were among the host of those on the welcome mat in South Florida. Once registered at the timeshare, the first visit to the apartment proved to be an ordeal never before experienced. The electronic door lock was dead and secure in the locked position. A quick visit from the maintenance crew brought forth wedges, screwdrivers and other instruments of unknown utility. Thirty minutes later the door was forced open and luggage was placed inside. Informed that the battery was dead and must be replaced, we settled in for what was to be a lengthy ordeal. Two hours later we were off to visit the kids and enjoy a family fun filled meal and time of loving hugs and conversation. Soon our initial visit with family was concluded and a supermarket stop saw the first day of vacation drawing to an end. Among the value of experience is the knowledge that everything does not go precisely as envisioned. PD crept in and blocked the swift and efficient movement that was expected as a God given freedom as time went by. The prescription maintenance crew has to be called from time to time to force entry into flexibility. Though the plan is temporarily interrupted, there is still joy to be had when all the members come together as purposed. Gratitude fills to void between revelation and expectation. Thankfulness will be the key that unlocks the door to tomorrow’s wonders.
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