“Alice honey what do you want to do with the furniture?” ” Err am not sure Dane what do you think I was just going to leave most of it your stuff is much nicer than mine.” ” Well ok if that is what you want to do but I have a better idea.” Dana stopped her sentence and kept packing the rest of Alice’s clothes. Alice looked at her waiting for to tell her about this idea. ” Well you going to tell me what this idea is Dane or you just going to leave me hanging.” ” Oh yeah sorry, Well I was thinking that it is a new start right this house we just bought why don’t we get new furniture and plus it will be fun to shop for it all I love furniture shopping.” ” All of it babe I mean it is a big house.” ” Yeah all of I mean we don’t have to do everything at once and plus our stuff that we have doesn’t really look like it should be in a house by the beach and also it would be to mix and match.” ” You know what I think you are right we don’t have to do it all at once and plus if we are going to decorate how do we know what furniture we want until we know colors and all that kind of shit.” ” Very true babe.” ” So Dane I think I am pretty much done here should we go pick up the keys for the house then we can drop this stuff off there and head back to the condo were I am going to cook you very lovely dinner followed by a bath and then so dessert.” ” Hmmmm that sounds great babe I am beat.” ” Me to but I will give you a rub down when we get home I got to take care of my famous lezzy tennis player don’t I” ” Well do I get to give you a rub down too?” ” Babe you can do anything you want to me.” “That is good to know.” ” Come on the sooner we get this stuff to the other house the sooner we can go home.” Dana just looks at Alice with a happy smile on her face. ” What do I have dirt on my face.” ” No it just makes me so happy to her you saying sentences like, ‘ lets get home and when we get home’ it just makes me happy. You make me happy.” ” You know what Dane there is something I need to tell you come and sit down with me it will only take a sec and then we can go home.” Alice said the last part smiling at Dana now sitting on the sofa. ” Dane I have never really been able to say I had a home I mean this apartment was the closest thing to a home for me because when I think of a home should be filled with happiness and love and family and friends you know. When I was a kid that is not what my house was like it was arguments between me and my brother and sister about who was cooking or my mum bringing her next conquest home I know I am making it sound like a child run brothel but it was not a home. And you Dana you have given me my first real home by asking me to move into the condo it became our home because it was filled with Love and laughter and this new house will be our home. So when you tell me that it makes you happy to her me say things like ‘lets go home’ you are the one that has made it possible. And that makes me so happy it makes me so happy that my home is with you.” Dana’s eyes were watery as she wrapped her arms around Alice’s neck placing a delicate kiss on them. “I am glad I make you happy the same way you do for me now come we need to go and get these keys because I want to take you home I am starved and I think I may need two helpings of desert one before and one after dinner.” ” How about unlimited dessert.” ” I like the sound of that it is like one of those all you can eat buffets only it wont make me fat.” ” It most definitely wont it I heard it was one of the best ways to keep in shape maybe you should sack your trainer and employ me I would gladly work you out until you couldn’t move and you were out of breath and sweating.” ” I will pitch the idea to mike see what he think only problem your boss might have an issue when his best writer can’t get articles in because she is to busy giving her girl friend ridiculous amount of ‘Dessert’.” ” Very true now come on lets get these keys before I have to give you your first helping of dessert on the living room floor.” ” Wouldn’t be the first time.” Dana joked referring to the first time they had sex Alice just pushed her out the door locking the apartment behind her.———————————-NEW HOUSE———————————— Alice unlocked the door to there new while Dana carried most of her heavy boxes up the few steps on to there porch. Alice walked into the house the hallway was huge. When Alice viewed the house for the first time with Dana she stated that the hall way was about half the size of her apartment. Alice just stud and locked at her house she couldn’t believe that this was her home with Dana now she thought she was the luckiest person alive. Dana walked into the house behind Alice wrapping her arms around the blonde’s waist and placing her head on her shoulder. ” It is amazing isn’t it.” ” It sure is baby I think I am the luckiest person alive.” ” I think you are on equal footing with me babe.” Alice turned around in Dana’s arms and placed a soft kiss on her lips. Alice slipped out of Dana’s arms and picked up some of the things Dana had placed out side. ” I think I will just put all this stuff in the lounge Dana and we can sort it out into rooms when all your stuff is her.” ” Ok babe you’re the boss.” Once they had all the boxes and bags in the lounge Alice asked if Dana would like to walk round with her for the first time in their own house. ” Of course, I would love to baby.” They started in the kitchen which was a large kitchen with a large breakfast bar in the middle and huge French windows on the back wall with view of there terrace they walked out onto the terrace were there pool was and then over to fence were they could see the beach and the ocean. Alice turned to Dane. ” Imagine all the late night walks we can take along the beach babe.” ” I know I can’t believe it is a private beach as well.” ” I know that means we can have sex on the beach and not get disturbed.” ” Emm I like that idea.” ” Thought you would.” The two walked back into the kitchen making sure to lock the door and then head down the hall there was a basement down stairs which they had decided would be the perfect place for Dana gym equipment the other room down stairs was where they had decided to have there office which would be mainly were Alice could do her writing. They then headed upstairs to the first guest from which was at the front of the house. All the bed rooms had ensuites they then walked to the second guest from which was next door they decided they would keep them both as bedrooms for now. Dana wrapped her arms around Alice. ” Just think baby one day this could be the room were our baby stays.” ” I hope so babe but until then I think it will be the room were Shane stays when Carmen kicks her out.” ” Ha yeah.” They walked around the landing onto the other side of the house were they walked into the third room this room had a beautiful view of the ocean and some small French windows that led onto a small balcony. They exited this room to go in to the master bedroom Alice just stopped in the door as she watched Dana walk into the centre of the room. Dana turned and looked at the content smile on her face. ” What is making you look so happy.” ” You are I am just imagining what it is going to be like walking in here on the first night we spend here and seeing you right there imagining what it is going to be like to make love to you for this first time in this house.” Alice slowly walked over to Dana seductively moving her hips. Dana took hold of Alice’s hip and pulled her firmly into her. She kissed her hard and passionately on the lips. There hands roaming each other’s bodies expertly finding the places that make each other tingle with excitement. Alice reluctantly pulled away. ” I want the first time we make love here to be special Dane properly because the first time we had sex in this relationship was so amazing but it was not romantic that was just pure passion it was want and need. I want it to be about having you and loving you.” ” I know babe but you just made me so hot talking like that I had to touch you and taste you.” ” I know I want that to babe.” Dana took hold of Alice’s hand and lead her out side to there balcony which was huge they imagined watching sunsets here late at night in each others arms they imagined the sun coming up and shining through there windows.” They entered back into the bedroom and went into the master bathroom that was joined onto their bedroom. The one thing Alice had really wanted when they were looking for a house was a huge bathroom. Alice’s wish was granted that was for sure. ” Well this bathroom is most defiantly big Dane.” ” Well it is just the way you wanted it so it is the way it has to be. Which reminds me I called they guy about getting a new Bathroom suite he said he would drop some things off at the condo this afternoon then all we have to do is choose what we want and let him know. We are lucky he said he had a cancellation so he can do it as soon as we have decided and it should be fitted with a week.” ” That is great baby you sure know how to get things done quick don’t you.” ” Well I have ulterior motives I am just thinking about making love to you in the shower of a morning before we leave for the planet.” ” Oh I see I think I could live with shower sex every morning.” The two left the house and headed back to the condo as they entered Dana tripped on the mass pile of bathroom catalogues that were in front of the door. Alice laughed as she took hold of Dana. ” Easy there tiger I don’t want you getting injured before I have had my way with you.” ” Oh sorry baby.” Alice wrapped her arms around Dana taking her lips and pushing up against the wall. Dana let out a moan we only served to drive Alice further into arousal. The way Alice was kissing Dana with so much Love and passion and want was driving Dana crazy she could barely stand up. Alice slipped her leg between Dana’s Dana automatically started to push against Alice needing release. Dana slid her hands up Alice’s tight stomach underneath her t-shirt finding Alice’s hard nipples. Alice let out a gasp at the sensation of Dana’s hands on her bare sensitive skin. Dana took the opportunity to get in control pushing against Alice sending them crashing into the wall on the other side of the hall. ” God Al I want you so bad I have been waiting to do this all day.” ” Dana” was all Alice could say to this. Just as Dana went to move her hand south of Alice’s waistband were she had been playing with the delicate skin on Alice’s hip there was a cough. The two broke apart so fast that Alice nearly fell to the floor because Dana’s previous activities had made her knees weak. The two remained close as they turned around to see Dana’s mother in the door to the lounge with Howie laughing behind her. Alice buried her head in Dana’s neck ” Shit” She whispered into the skin on Dana’s neck Dana just lent her head on Alice’s smiling. ” Mum what are you guys doing here.” Dana said as she reluctantly pulled away from Alice who was bright red with her head down. Dana was trying her best not to laugh. ” Well we were in the neighbourhood and thought we would stop by honey when we didn’t see your car here we thought we would stay and surprise you we have seen you since before you went away that is nearly a month ago honey.” ” I know am sorry mum but I have been really busy since I got back with the deals since Alice’s article” Dana looked at Alice lovingly and taking her and nodding upstairs to Howie and her mother indicating to follow them upstairs. They sat around the table in the kitchen while Alice and Dana worked in sync as they made tea. ” I have also been Oh gods you don’t know do you. Mum, How me and Alice have bought a house together and we picked up the keys for it today.” ” Oh way to go big sis and Al. That is so cool you guys.” ” Thanks Howie.” ” Hey Al does that mean I can come and stay with you guys now. Does it have a pool?” ” Yes it has a pool but I think you will have to see Dana about coming to stay with.” ” Sure you can How as long as we don’t have plans and you don’t make a mess then run off to mum and dads leaving me and Al to clean up after you like you did in Alice’s apartment.” Sharon had yet to say anything she was just smiling at the interaction between the three of them. Then Alice came over to her with a pot of tea and pored some into the cup in front of her. ” Are you ok with this Mrs. Fairbanks you haven’t said anything?” ” Oh sorry Alice darling and please call me Sharon from now on you are family now especially after that wonderful article you wrote about Dana.” ” Oh thank you Sharon but it was easy really it was all true and I meant every word of it.” Alice turned and looked at Dana raising her eyebrows Howie nearly chocked on a grape he had taken from the fruit bowl and Dana just smiled at her mom for what she had just said to Alice. ” Dana sweetie what is this house of your like and were is it and when do I get to see it?” ” Oh mom the house well it is so amazing it is beautiful it has four bedrooms and a study were Alice can write and I can do my promotion work there is a huge pool in the back and it is right on our very one private beach, And the question about when you can come and see it well when ever you want, we have actually just got back from there.” ” Well honey it sounds very beautiful I bet the sunsets will be amazing there.” ” Yeah.” ” So big sis when is the house warming party.” ” Geez I don’t know we only got the keys today.” ” It’s ok How you don’t need to worry you aren’t invited any way.” Alice said as she walked past an tussled his hair. ” Hey watch the hair little miss rock star.” ” Howie must you always shout sweetie you are going to have your old mom def before she gets to 60′s.” Dana just laughed so pleased at how well her mother had taken the news of them getting a house. She walked to the back of the kitchen and lent up against the worktop. Sharon sore her daughter leaning against the side and the content smile she had on her face very similar to the one Alice had on her face earlier only Sharon didn’t know that. She walked over to her daughter because Alice and Howie were now in a very exciting conversation about music. ” You ok sweetie.” Dana was knocked out of her daydream. ” You know what mom everything is perfect I have never felt better in my hole life.” ” Well that is good honey that is all I ever wanted for you. She really makes you happy doesn’t she?” ” Are you kidding she makes me so happy that some times I don’t feel like I deserve it but then I realize that we make each other this happy I know it sounds big headed but I know that I make her as happy as she makes me.” ” That is not big headed honey that is true love.” ” You know what mom I just want to say thank you this means a lot to me you accepting this me and Alice and then us moving in together you know it has been almost a year since we have been together.” ” Really that long already. I have one bit of advice for you Dana make sure you live everyday together to the full because life goes so fast. It fly’s by and it is hard to keep up with it soon you will be in your house and having dinner parties with your friends and family. Then you will be getting married if that is what you want and then children if you want them and then grandchildren. I know you our very happy honey and I can tell that you and Alice love each other very much.” ” We do mom we really do and you are right about life it does fly by because I have waited over seven years to be with Alice I loved her from the moment I met her and then all of a sudden she is knocking on my door at four A.M it just went so fast but at the time it felt so slow.” ” That is always the way. Now what is this about Alice knocking on your door at four in the morning.” ” Dana baby please don’t tell your mother how much of an idiot I was when I came to you.” Dana immediately pushed of the counter and took hold of Alice who had come to see what the two were talking about. ” You were not an idiot Al just think if you had never come we might not be here now.” ” I know but I could have come up with a more romantic way babe.” ” Well I like the way you did it just fine. It was one of the best days of my life.” ” So you going to tell me what Alice did to win your heart.” ” Well as much as she doesn’t like to believe it. It was very romantic. We had been to the opening of one of our friend’s shows at the CAC that evening and I had left with Tonya and gone home. I got phone call from Al at half three telling me she was on her way over and she really need to talk to me and that it was very important but she didn’t want Tonya there. I told her that she was in bed and she could come over. I was worried I thought something had happened to her.” They had now gone and sat back down at the table with Dana sat so close to Alice with her arm around her shoulder and Alice looking at Dana as she spoke to her mother occasionally looking at her to make sure she was telling it right and for approval. ” So when Alice finally I arrived at four A.M I go to the door and there Alice’s with her head bowed down and tells me that I can’t marry Tonya when I as why she says ‘ Because’ ” Because why?’ I reply then she say’s because again and just as I am about read her a riot about waking me at three thirty when I have to train the next day she kisses me. And personally think it was the most romantic thing ever.” ” Wow Alice dude you must have some balls to do that with the Ton upstairs ready to rip you to pieces.” ” To be honest Howie I wouldn’t of cared if she did at that point you hide your feelings for seven years and see what it makes you do I just got to the point were I thought I can’t let her marry her with out trying I know I could have blown the best friendship I ever had but to be honest if it had gone on much longer I don’t think I could have stuck around to much.” ” Well Dana what happened next.” ” Alice swore a bit then I kissed her we kissed should I say then Alice pulled away tolled me she had to go and then ran to her car leaving on my porch about to collapse.” Well I think Dana is right Alice it is very romantic. But why did you run back to your car?” ” I did not for the life of me think Dana would kiss me back I mean I hoped and dreamt but never believed so I did the only thing I could think of got in my car to go home and think alone but that plan sort of back fired.” ” Oh god yeah that is the night Tina found out about Bette. One relationship starts another one ends.” ” You think that that night is when we started our relationship.” “Well yeah I like to I mean I know officially it was when Tonya left but I like to say it was that night.” ” Well then it is that night I like it much better.” Howie interrupted. ” Only because she doesn’t have to wait as long for her anniversary present that way.” ” What Howie be quiet dear I am sure Alice just like the idea.” ” Yes Howie and who said we were getting each other presents.” Dana immediately shot her head to look at Alice. ” Alice just looked at Howie ” And I am the one who wants the present early. It is ok babe I am getting you a present.” ” Good.” ” So what do you guys say you stay for dinner I was going to cook for Dana because she has been lifting my heavy junk all day but I will go to the planet and pick something up because it is a special occasion and we wont be able to have you over at the new how for dinner for a while.” ” Oh no dear we don’t want to put you out.” ” I wont take no for an answer Sharon plus it can be a farewell dinner for the condo.” ” Yeah we would love you guys to stay.” ” In that case then how can we say no.” ” Yes way to go mom planet food rules.” Alice went to the draw and pulled out a menu for the planet and handed it to Sharon and Howie. Alice placed her arms around Dana’s neck ” You want the usual baby?” ” Emm yep oh but get avocado on the salad this time.” ” You’re the boss.” ” So what is the usual Dane.” ” Oh it is a portion of fresh calamari and then Balsamic Chicken Salad for two.” ” That sounds good.” ” Oh Al can you get some of the bread and a portion of the black bean humus please we can share it.” ” Sure babe you are weak when it comes to that stuff.” ” Just like you and cheesecake.” ” And that is why I try to stay away from it other wise I would be fat and you wouldn’t love me.” ” Oh I would still love you.” ” Emm maybe but I don’t like the idea of being fat it is so much harder to find pretty clothes.” Dana just laughed at Alice. Sharon and Howie told her what they wanted and Alice went to the phone in the kitchen to call and make their order so she wouldn’t have to wait around for there order. ” Oh hi Lara it is Alice can I place an order for take out please.” Dana turned to look at Alice at the sound of her name. Alice just smiled. After Alice had order she said she was just going to change before she had to pick up the food Dana said she would do the same. When they got to their bedroom Dana pushed Alice through the door and shut the door behind them then took Alice in her arms. ” I can’t believe my mum is being so cool with all this did you here her she said you are part of the family.” ” I know baby I am so glad you are happy I must say it made me feel good to but I knew how much it meant to you to have your mom accept us as a couple.” ” Yeah you know what she said she said it is true love that we have she can see that we make each other happy.” ” Well she is right now come on let me change so I can go and get the food.” ” Do you want me to come with if Lara is going to be there.” ” No you stay I will be fine.” ” I know you will be fine I was just making sure. I know I haven’t spoken to her yet but I will do soon I promise.” ” It is ok Dana she seems to have stayed away since we got back and you have been really busy so she has barely had chance to say hi to you.” ” I know but I want to I don’t us to have to feel strange around her.” ” Ok what ever you want.” Dana took hold of Alice tightly kissing her. ” I want you” ” I want you to but I have been court by you mom once today lets not make it twice,” ” Ok but when they have gone do you promise I can have you.” ” Am all yours.” The two finished getting changed and went down stairs Howie said he would go with Alice to give her a hand carrying the things.