Tina woke to cold sheets and sobbing. Bette was gone, but not far. Removing the sheets she slid out of the side of the bed and made her way to the closed bathroom door. She knocked tentatively and whispered baby? just loud enough so she knew Bette would probably hear her. Not getting a reply she tried again, louder and knocking this time as well. Babe, open upare you okay? she heard sniffling and a murmur that she though was meant to be fine but wasnt all that sure. Turning the ***** Tina let herself into the bathroom only to have her heart broken. Bette was sitting with her back to the glass of the shower with her head resting on her upraised knees. T. Im finereally, all better. Bette said raising her head and looking at Tina who winced when she saw the day-after results of what had transpired the night before. The bruising had gotten worse around her eyes and the stitches in her lip looked like Bette had bitten them and the blood crusted there. Tinas reaction wasnt missed by Bette who launched into another round of tears and choked breathing as her wife rushed to her side. Bette, babe, why are you crying? the question earned her a disbelieving look from Bette who sniffled and sighed throwing her hand in an I give up gesture. Tinayou cant be seriousl-look at meI look like *****. Im going to scare Wey. Tina shook her head. Bette where did this come from? Weylend saw you last night, hes okay. T, we both know I look worse than I did last night. I was going to go wake him up and get him breakfastand I came in here. Im so ugly. I dont want him to see me. She finished crying quietly now. Tina seated herself next to Bette and grabbed her hand. Bette youre beautiful, Bette looked away and Tina put her finger to Bettes chin and pulled lightly so she would look at her. Youre the most beautiful woman in the world, and I see that even now when you dont, Wey wont be scared I guarantee that to you. Youre his mother and no matter what he loves you. I love you. Tina leaned forward and put a feather light kiss under each bruised eye to catch Bettes falling tears. I love you too T, I cant believe Im here with you, but in some ways it feels like I never left ya know? It kinda seems like all the horrible things that happened were just a nightmare, and now we have our baby boy, were family. Tina beamed with one of her smiles that could outshine the sun. Its hard to believe we havent even been back together for 24 hours yet, and here I am with a wife and a son. Bette looked at Tina and at that moment all she could feel was immense love for her. She no longer cared that she looked like she went 8 rounds with a Mac truck. Her life at this moment was perfection. Both women exited the bathroom hand in hand and headed for the kitchen to start the morning. T, can you go wake up Wey and Ill start breakfast. At this, Tinas head whipped up almost causing her to get whip-lash. Babe? You? Make breakfast? she said disbelievingly. Bette smirked. T, Ive been on my own for a little more than three years. Plus for two years Ive had to cook for another human being. Believe me; Ive learned to make more than toast. Okay babe. Tina said still shaking her head and muttering to herself some thing about the world turning upside down and pigs with wings. Bettes throaty laugh echoed throughout the kitchen as she started mixing the chocolate chips into the pancake batter. Within three minutes Bette heard the giggles of a little boy and the sounds of his tiny bare feet thumping on the wooden floors. She turned from the batter to face the kitchen entrance only to see her son come bounding around the corner followed by Tina. Tina scooped him up and cradled him like a baby and then proceeded to put her face in his neck blow raspberries on it. Weylend burst into laughter only managing to wiggle half heartedly and call out a momma! Bette smiled at how well Weylend had taken to Tina. He finally managed to wiggle away from Tina who placed him on the floor; he immediately ran over to Bette and lunged for her legs. Hi Momma! he exclaimed. Bette picked him um and put a light kiss on he forehead. Hey kiddo. You want pancakes? she asked knowing what his reaction would be. Almost as soon as he heard the word pancakes his eyes lit up and he nodded his head vigorously. Wiff chocowate ships? Tina laughed at his inability to pronounce every single word incorrectly. Bette looked over her should with a smile at Tina, who had looked up from her paper to watch them. Of course! Bette answered and Weylend clapped with delight. Yay! Momma put me down pwease, he asked. When he was down he ran to Tina and climbed up standing on the chair next to her just staring at her. Feeling the stare Tina peered over the top of her paper just enough so Weylend could see her and then she ducked behind it quickly, starting a game of peek-a-boo with the two year old who had found it hilarious and started bobbing his head up and down; ducking and reemerging when Tina did. Okay enough you two, Bette said placing a stack of pancakes on the table as well as a plate of sausage, hash browns, two cups of coffee, and a sip cup of orange juice. I hope youre okay with chocolate chip pancakes T, he wont really eat anything else for breakfast yet I mean I can make you something else if you want. Tina smiled as she was cutting up Weylends pancakes not even realizing she was doing it. No Im good babe, I havent had chocolate chip pancakes since I was a kid finally realizing she was probably taking over Bettes motherly activities she smiled sheepishly and muttered a sorry to Bette. T, Bette said laughing Its okay; I meanI consider him yours too. Youre the only one I ever wanted to have children with. Actually, can I ask you something? Its okay if you dont want to, Ill understand, I know its early and everything and we havent even been together again for more than 24 hoursits perfectly logical if you Bette! Tina said snapping Bette from her babble. Just say it babe. Looking Tina directly in the eye Bette layed it out on the table. T, I wanted to ask you if you would adopt Wey. Just in case something ever happened to me, god forbid, I want to know that he is safe and that ***** be able to stay right where he belongs. I wouldnt want anyone else to be able to take him from his home which, hopefully, can be here. Tina was shocked. In less than a day she had gained back her soul mate, fell in love with said soul mates adorable two year old son, and found herself with the most wonderful life she could have ever imagined. Bette. That one word was said with so much love and emotion that all either woman could do was look at the other. Weylend, who was kneeling on a chair (because he cant see over the table sitting correctly) had his sip cup to his lips and his eyes darting between both Bette and Tina wondering what exactly was happening. Bette, of course I would Tina said as her head began nodding. Bette looked at Weylend and almost spit out her coffee, his puzzled face was too cute for words. How bout it Wey? You want another mommy? His face creased in further confusion. I can habe two mommies!? he questioned excitedly. Can Tina be my odder mommy!? he asked just as quickly before either woman had mentioned it. Bette gave Tina a surprised look. Yeah kiddo, would you be okay with that. Me and you living here with Tina? Weylend nodded with his cheeks full of pancakes and after swollowing answered. I wike Tina momma. Shes funny! The both smiled and Weylend looked like he was thinking something over before he turned to face Tina, his fork dangling over the floor dripping syrup everywhere. Tina you want to be my mommy too? Yup, if you want me too. I want you too! Do you know how to make chocowate ship pancakes like momma does? he asked stuffing more into his mouth. Bette stopped him before he could ***** anymore in. Kiddo, chew that firstand Im going to be here to make pancakes every morning, like always. But kiddo, guess what Swallowing quickly Weylends eyes twinkled as he asked, What? Bette looked at Tina with a smile. I think today we should go shopping to get some new toys and stuff for your new room. Weylends eyes widened. Weally? Bette nodded and got up clearing the plates and putting them in the sink. But I Know one sticky sweet little boy who needs to get a bath first. And for the first time in his two years he did protest at bath time. Bette went and helped Wey take a bath while Tina washed the dishes and scrubbed the table and floor area where Weylend was sitting because it covered with syrup. By the time she was finished she heard Bette pleading with Wey to stop splashing around. The only thing running through Tinas mind at that point was What an adventure this is going to be. Grinning to herself she walked back to her and Bettes bedroom to change, giving a quick look into the bathroom just in time to see Bette get hit with a tidal wave from the tub, and hear her whine. Kiddo Come on! Tina couldnt help herself and doubled over while looking at Bettes wet face, hair, and t-shirt. T, stop laughing, youre encouraging him. She looked at Wey and spoke to him this time Your mommys being bad. She said pointing across the hall to Tina. Weylend took in the fact that his momma called Tina his mommy and decided thats what he would call her from now on too. He leaned over the side of the tub and saw Tina, waving his chubby little hand he said, Hi mommy! Tina swore right then that she melted into a puddle and with tears in her eyes she waved back Hi baby. Before she closed the door to change she mouthed I love you to Bette who winked and then turned back to bathing their son.