Tina and Bette were asleep. The morning sunshine broke through the windows and blinds.

Wake up, Bette. Its a beautiful day. Tina had two cups of hot tea, complete with honey and lemon added for taste. Ive got youre favorite herbal here.

Bette turned over. Uggh. Thanksshe smelled the sweet aroma. I love apricot – peach. Bette rubbed her eyes and glanced at the clock. Its nine a.m. already? Geez. I thought we went to bed earlier.

Well, I kind of woke you up last night. I hope that didnt mess up your snooze pattern.

Bette stretched her arms and legs. No. You woke me up? I dont remember that happening.

Tina sipped her tea. Actually, I think I might have been dreaming. Never mind. So, what shall we do today?

Hmmm. I dont know. Lets go get breakfast at the Planet. Id like to say hi to Kit, I want to ask her how things are going. Since Benjamin left shes been nothing but a big ball of gloom.

Its too bad hes married. Tina set Bettes tea down on a coaster next to the bed. Then it wouldnt be such a big deal. Hes got kids too, so it just makes it even more complicated.

Exactly, Bette agreed. Would you mind if I took a shower? Ill only be fifteen minutes.

Tina started sifting through her wardrobe. Sure, Ill get you some towels.

Bette?

Yes? Bette was slowly peeling herself from the bed.

Which do you like better, the red or the beige? Tina held up two blouses from which she was to decide.

The red is much more vibrant, itll bring out your complexion. Id go with the red.

Tina put the beige shirt back on the rack. Red it is.

Bette undressed herself, starting with her black t-shirt, then her white lace bra. Next came a pair of brown Dockers, followed by her white cotton socks, and lastly, her black silk underwear. She slid the shower curtains aside, taking care not to slip and fall. The hot water was heaven. Steam billowed up and into her nostrils, clearing her sinuses. She closed her eyes.

Bette? Tina called through the door.

Bette was a bit startled, for she had begun to relax. Yeah?