A crush on a twin

Standing at the back of the fellowship hall, I find myself at the farthest corner, quietly observing the congregation as the choir melodiously sings those familiar, slow hymns. It's my first time in this fellowship, and I'm scanning the room in hopes of spotting a friend amidst the sea of faces.

As my gaze wanders, someone particularly catches my eye—an extraordinary presence in the crowd. A beautiful, brown-eyed lady, gracefully adorned in a green sweater and a gray skirt, stands out like a lily among thorns. Her features are striking, from her nice figure to her flowing hair and elegant legs. The thought crosses my mind that if the Bible speaks of wonderfully made individuals, she must surely be one of them.

While I might have dismissed her presence, our eyes meet not once but three times. It feels like more than a mere coincidence; there's an unspoken connection that intrigues me. Is she a worshipper like me, perhaps counting the attendees, or am I reading too much into it Distracted by the entrance of more people, our divine eye contact is disrupted as they fill the space between us. I wish they knew I was still lost in worship, marveling at the works of God.

The preacher shares a message that, truthfully, I don't recall. My focus on God's marvelous works and the unexpected connection with the mysterious lady have left a more profound impact on me than the sermon itself.

As the fellowship concludes, time slips away faster than my previous attendance. I am eager to exchange at least a hug or a handshake with the enchanting lady, but she departs while I'm engaged in greetings with other distracted individuals—those well-meaning folks who unknowingly interrupt your worship.

What's next? A whole week of anticipation until the next fellowship.

I arrive early the following week, taking my usual spot, ready to immerse myself in worship once more. However, as I look around, she's nowhere in sight. "Oh God, I thought I found something special in this fellowship, drawing me closer to You. Are You not manifesting today?" I ponder in disappointment.

The fellowship leader calls for testimonies, and to my surprise and amusement, two identical twins step forward. She is one of them, and am not sure who “she” is as they all look alike. I laughed the rest of the fellowship.

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