Chapter 9

At seven thirty Tina got home as planned. She went straight into the shower. She hurried herself, she didn’t want to miss Bette’s call. She put on a pj bottom and a tank top and put her hair up, she then walked into the kitchen to see if she could make a quick dinner for herself. She had eggs and bacon.

“That’ll have to do.” She says out loud to herself. At five to eight then phone started ringing. She brings the plate into her living space, she grabbed her phone and hit the answer button.

“Hey.” She says.

“Hey Christina. How are you?” Joanne says.

“Mom, hi, I’m good. You and dad?” Tina asks.

“We’re good. And Mike and Megan are also good. That’s the reason I’m calling actually.” Joanne says.

“Oh, what’s up?” Tina asks.

“Well, Megan really wants to visit you. Next weekend if that’s suits you.” Joanne says.

“Oh, hmmm, I guess that’s okay. I don’t think I’m busy then.” Tina says.

“Christina you promised them both that they were welcomed any time.” Joanne says.

“I know mom. And they are. Next weekend is fine. Will Michael drive up?” Tina asks.

“Yes. He will. They will come Thursday evening. They’ll start the drive after school.” Joanne says.

“Okay. I’ll wait for them then. Mom I have to go. I’m going out with some friends. They’re at my door. Call me Thursday for the details okay?” Tina asks.

“Sure. Be careful honey.” Joanne says.

“I will mom. Love you, say hi to everyone for me.” Tina says and they hang up.

“A small white lie doesn’t hurt anyone.” Tina says to herself. Moments later the phone went off again. This time it was Bette.

“Hi babe.” Tina says after seeing the caller id.

“Hey T.” Bette replies. “You settled for the night?” Bette asks.

“Yeah, I’m eating my dinner now, egg and bacon.” Tina says and smiles.

“I’m not interrupting am I?” Bette asks.

“No, I can eat while I talk. I’ve missed you.” Tina says and takes a bit of the bacon.

“I’ve missed you too. So did you get a lot done after everyone left?” Bette asks.

“Yeah, I did. And right before you called now, mom called, telling me that Mikey and Megan are coming up next weekend. They’re actually coming when you’re coming back. And I think they’re staying till Sunday afternoon.” Tina says.