Bette: Now Kit, you have to promise me that you will stay here with my two babies until I get back with the rest of the family.

Kit: You know Im not going anywhere, Baby Sis. Just dont keep your wife waiting too long. Shes been waiting for you long enough. Tina smiled at Bettes words, until I get back with the rest of the family. There was not a truer statement to be made. Even after everything they had all been through, they would always be one big and hopefully happy family.

Bette headed down the hall towards the waiting room the nurses had tried to banish her off to earlier. She was so excited. She couldnt wait for the gang to see their precious little bundle of joy. Her mind was so far in the clouds that she hadnt even thought about the fact that it had been over three months since she had seen any of them. That is, until she was just outside of the door. Suddenly, she got a little nervous wandering how everyone was going to react to her being back. After all, she hadnt really left on the best of terms with them all. Her nervousness was soon replaced with the overwhelming joy and love for her daughter. She couldnt contain the happiness any longer. She had to let them know their beautiful niece had arrived. She took a deep breath, opened the door and slowly walked into the waiting room.

There were several little groups of people sitting about, all waiting for news on their loved ones. She scanned the room looking for the girls, when suddenly from the back of the room she heard Shane.

Shane: Oh, my God. Unfucking believable. Guys, you are not going to ***** believe it.

Shane breaks out in a huge smile as Dana and Alice turn to see what she is looking at. Bette heads back in their direction, still smiling ear to ear over the birth of her daughter. Shane immediately hops up and heads in Bettes direction. Once Alice and Dana see Bette, they are not far behind Shane. Shane grabs Bette and pulls her into a big hug.

Shane: I cant ***** believe it.

Bette: Shhh, Shane, you might want to keep it down a little. There are other people around that can hear you.

Shane: I dont give a rats ***** who can hear me. I cant believe you are here.

Shane gives Bette another hug as she begins to rattle off question after question. Dana and Alice join in and pull everyone into a group hug.

Shane: God, Its good to see you. Where have you been? Have you seen Tina? How did you know she was having the baby? Are you back for good? You know Tina has been going crazy trying to find you. She never gave up on you. She kept telling us all that you would be back.

Alice and Dana jump into the conversation as they are all glad that Bette is back.

Alice: Well Porter, nothing like you to wait till the very last minute to make an entrance. You need to go find your woman, before you miss out on the birth of your daughter.

Dana: God, I hope you made it in time, Bette. Tina has been going crazy. She so wanted you to be here for the birth. Come on, we have to get you in there.

Bette: Whoa, guys. Slow down. I just came from Tina. Thats why I am here. I came to take you all to meet your beautiful little niece. She is the most precious little girl you will ever see. I cant believe how tiny she is and so incredibly beautiful.

Tears begin to flow down Bettes cheeks. The girls could see that she was already smitten with the baby.

Bette: And Tina is amazing. She was so strong through the delivery. I cant believe she did this for us. I didnt think it was possible to love her more than I already do, but watching her give birth to our precious little girl, well, I cant describe it.

The girls were so happy that Bette had made it in time for the delivery. They couldnt imagine how ecstatic Tina must be. They were also glad to see that Bettes love for Tina was still there, as strong as ever.

Alice: Well, Porter, dont keep us in suspense. We all want to see this little gem of yours.

Bette: Okay, guys, but you cant stay too long. Tina really needs to get some rest. Shes been through a lot.

Alice: Yea, yea, yea. Youre not fooling us any, Porter. We can read between the lines. You just want to get that little woman of yours by yourself. But for crying out loud, give her a break. Youre gonna have to keep those hormones of yours under control, she just had a baby.

Dana: Al, sometimes you just need to be quiet.

Bette: Its alright Dana. Im not going to hold my breath for that to happen. Look guys, Tina and I have a lot of things to work through. Its not going to be easy, but I do think we have a really good chance. I know the love is still there. And now we have this precious little princess to think about. I am going to sit back and let Tina take charge. I am not going to pressure her. I will take whatever she can give me. I love her and the baby so much. I will do whatever it takes to keep our family together. And that includes the three of you too.

Shane, Alice and Dana in unison: Awww

They share another group hug.

Bette: Now, lets get going. I promised Tina I wouldnt be gone long.

Meanwhile back in Tinas room, Tina is talking to the baby.

Tina: You are the luckiest little girl in the world. You have two mommies who love you very much. We are so glad you are finally here with us. You have made both of your mommies so happy.

Tina looks up at Kit who is just sitting back at watching the bonding between mother and child.

Tina: I really think we have a chance, Kit. Bette really does love us. Did you see it in her eyes? Even after being gone all this time I can still see it. I can feel it too. I am so glad she made it in time. Did you see how happy she was?

Kit: I dont think I have ever seen her any happier. It seems her love for both you and the baby have made quite the impact on her. I think she has finally opened up that small place in her heart that she always kept tucked away from everyone. I think were all gonna see some positive changes in that girl. Im hate to admit it, but the time away has seemed to do her some good. I dont know where she has been or what she has been doing, but its as though she has made some peace with herself.

Tina: I just want us to be happy again, to be able to talk to each other again. We both have made mistakes, but I believe we can get past them. Were going to be a family, Kit. A real family.

Kit: Well, if the way you two where during the delivery of your daughter is any indication, I would have to say that you are going to be a very happy family.

Just then the door opens and Bette walks in with the three girls. Bette is still glowing and the others are all smiling. Bette immediately walks back around to Tinas bed, sits down by her side and wraps her arm around her as she smiles down at their daughter.

Bette: Come on over Aunties, come see the most beautiful baby girl in the world.

Alice: You wouldnt happen to be a little biased there now would you?

Dana: Oh Alice, be quiet. Just look at her. She is the most precious little thing.

Shane: She is so ***** cute.

Just as Tina is ready to say something, Bette quickly interjects.

Bette: Shane, you cannot use the F word in front of our daughter. No matter how cute and adorable she is.

Tina just sat back and smiled at Bettes protectiveness as she thought back to Kits words. It seems as though Kit was right. Bette has indeed made some changes.

Alice: Well, would you look at that. I dont know how you managed this one Porter, but it is definitely one for the records book. She actually looks like you. She has your dark skin, dark hair and even your dark eyes. I dont even want to know how that is possible.

Tina: You know Alice, babies hair and eyes can change colors as they get older.

Alice: That might be true for some, but this one is definitely Porter through and through. I say her eyes and hair are going to stay exactly the way they are.

Bette: But look at her cute little nose, she has Tinas adorable little nose and definitely Tinas mouth.

Alice: Well, she obviously has Tinas personality because shes not ranting and raving, trying to get everyones attention.

Tina: Alright Al, As much as I have missed you and Bettes bantering back and forth, can we give it a rest just for today.

Bette: And as much as we love having you guys here, Tina really needs to get some rest.

Shane: We can take a hint, Bette.

Tina: You guys can come back later, just give me a few hours to feel normal again.

Alice: Dont worry, will be back. Even Porter, cant keep us away from our beautiful little niece. By the way, have you guys come up with a name yet or are we going to be calling her little one forever?

Tina: Well, thats something Bette and I are going to have to work on, because I didnt want to do it without her.

Bette smiled at Tina realizing that she had been on Tinas mind as much as Tina had been on hers throughout the time she was gone.

Bette: Well, get back to you on that one, Ace Reporter.

Alice: Ill remember that, Porter, you just remember no ***** for at least six weeks, Tina needs time to recoup.

Dana and Shane shake their heads at Alice. They all give Tina a hug and say their goodbyes.

Tina: Thanks for everything guys. Kit gets up and gives both Bette and Tina a hug and a kiss.

Kit: Now Bette, you make sure Tina gets some rest. If you need anything, give me a call.

Bette: Thanks, Kit, thanks for everything. As soon as the gang leaves one of the nurses come in.

Nurse: Dr. Wilson says that you are planning on breastfeeding. Since everyone has gone, why dont we give it a try and see how quickly this little one adapts. Dont worry if she doesnt take to it right away. Sometimes it takes several tries before they get interested. Youll have to let her set the pace.

Tina gets situated and attempts to feed the baby.

Tina: Are you hungry little one? Here lets give this a try. You have been such a good little girl.

The baby latches on like a pro. Tina chuckles to herself.

Bette: What is so funny, T?

Tina: Nothing, this must be just another one of those traits she got from you. I guess Alice was right, shes definitely Porter, through and through.

Bette: Nice, Tina. Thats really nice.

Tina: Aw, Baby, I was just teasing, but look at her go. Isnt she precious?

Nurse: Well, it doesnt look as though Im needed here. Just ring if you guys need anything.

Bette sits back quietly watching in awe as Tina breastfeeds their daughter. Trying to grasp the intensity of the love she has for the both of them. With the arrival of their daughter she seems to have gotten a whole new perspective on life.

Bette: Baby, have you given any thoughts to what you want to name this little one?

Tina: Not really, Babe. I really did want you to be part of the name process. I believe one of the nurses said something about a book of names over there on the counter. Did you have any ideas?

Bette: No, I just think that it should have some kind of meaning to it.

Tina: Meaning, as in you want to name her after someone?

Bette: No, not really. I just think that she such has brought such happiness to us that her name should be meaningful.

Tina: Well figure out something, Baby.

Bette gives both her girls a kiss on the forehead and gets up to find the name book. She brings it back and begins to look through it.

Bette: This might be tougher than it looks, T. There are so many names to choose from. For instance, here under beautiful there is Alayna, Calista, Keelia, and Myranda.

Tina: I dont think I like Calista or Kellia. Alayna or Myranda might be okay.

Bette: Well under happiness and joy we have Aliza, Felicia, or Kalea.

Tina: I dont really like any of those, Baby.

Bette: Okay, lets look under miracle. There is Myranda again or how about Nessa. Oh and wait, here under princess there is Alysa and Sarina.

Tina: Babe, how come Myranda is under beautiful and miracle.

Bette: I dont know baby. Let me look it up by itself. It says here that Myranda means miraculous, admirable and beautiful. I think that is pretty fitting, what do you think?

Tina: Yea, I kinda like it. What do you think about Alysa Myranda or Myranda Sarina?

Bette: Well, I think we at least have something to work with. What did you decide about for a last name T?

Tina: I really havent given that much thought either.

Bette gets quiet all the sudden and her smile fades as doubts run through her mind.

Bette: Did you just want to use Kennard? I mean, I would understand if you did. Dont get me wrong, I would love to be included here, but I know that is a lot to ask since we have so much that we still need to figure out.

Tina: Baby, this is our family. You are a part of this family. We need to either do a hyphenated thing or the Kenter combo we discussed before, but Portard is definitely out of the running.

Bette regains her smile.

Bette: If thats what you want, Baby. Say, it says in here that Kennard means strong, strength. Did you know that, T? I like that. I think we should keep it. We should go with a hyphenated thing, what do you think?

Tina: I think that our daughter is done nursing and Im exhausted. Do you think you could take her for a little bit, while I get some rest?

Bette: Of course, Baby. Here, Ill rock her, while you rest. We can figure the name thing out later.

Bette goes over and takes their daughter from Tina as she places a soft kiss on Tinas cheek.

Bette: I love you, T.

Tina: I love you too, Baby.