Cameron Jacobs held Emily’s hand, leading her to their seats at the spring gospel concert. People milled about, trying to find their seats in the arena as several waited near the stage, eager for the performance to start. “I’m fine, Cameron.” She put her cold soda aside, no longer thirsty. Emily continued to think about Frank periodically and wondered why he had only e-mailed her briefly a few times. She still clung to Monica’s hope that Frank would find help for his issues and return to Baltimore County; however, as time passed, her prayers remained unanswered, and she wondered if maybe the Lord was nudging her to let go of her fantasy of being with Frank. During the holiday season a few months ago, she’d mailed him a Christmas card. She’d hoped and prayed for a response, but she had only received Frank’s silence. She gazed around the arena. The gospel concert was one of her favorite yearly events. This year, however, the festive music failed to lift her spirits. Sighing, she ran her fingers through her hair.
