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Posthumous Wisdom (31)
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“Hey”
“Hi, what are you doing here?”
“I just, I need to, I had to”
“Are you ok? Come in Bette, come and sit down. What can I get you? Do you want some wine?”
“Can I see Boo? I know she’s sleeping, I won’t wake her, I just really need to see her.”
“Of course, come on in, she’s in her room”
Tina watched as Bette went past her and headed for Angelica’s room. She was unsure whether to follow her or give her space. She elected to do both, waiting a few moments before quietly following Bette to their daughter’s room. As she rounded the corner she heard the familiar soft murmuring that used to often soothe her to sleep. She peered through the doorway to see Bette kneeling by Angelica’s bed softly stroking her head.
She couldn’t quite make out the words that Bette was whispering to their daughter but she watched as the brunette reached up to wipe away a stray tear that was making its way down her face. Tina cleared her throat making Bette aware of her presence before walking up beside her and laying a hand gently on her shoulder.
“Do you want to come talk about it?”
Bette looked up at Tina, who was smiling down warmly at her with eyes filled with compassion. She leaned over and gently kissed her daughter’s forehead one last time.
“I love you Boo, sweet dreams” she said as she stood up and turned to follow Tina back into the lounge.
“Wine or tea?” Tina asked as Bette entered the room, knowing that the answer itself would give her more of an understanding of Bette’s state of mind.
“Some tea would be good,” Bette said quietly, her mind clearly distracted.
“Ok, go sit down and I’ll bring it in.”
Bette turned to do just that but suddenly stopped, her back to Tina her eyes to the ground
“Sometimes I just need to remind myself that something as perfect as her came out of such a dark place in my life”
Without waiting for a response she walked towards the sofa and sat down, resting her head against the back and closing her eyes.
Tina had stopped what she was doing at the sound of Bette’s voice. The tone had struck her before the words, it was a defeated tone, one that she had unfortunately grown used to hearing in the last portion of their time together but which she had not heard of late. She smiled though at the words, it was something she often thought herself when she looked at their child. It kept her sane at times when she thought of all the wrongs that they had done to one another, the futility of it all, that at least from all that madness had come Angelica, a perfect reflection of both of them and a love they had once shared.
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This convo represents one of the most reasonable discussions that B & T have had on this site to dissect their failed relationship. If IC has them do this on the show then there really is hope for them.I really want them to reconcile. I despise Jodi. She makes my girl, Bette, miserable. You’re doing a grteat job w/this story. Dana’s letter in the last chapter was superb. It’s so good that worth sending to one’s significant other w/a few modifications to make it fit specific situations. PPS.
Excellent chapter; it must have been a tough one to write. You’ve done such a good job at trying to explain the actions and motivations of these two characters. Thanks so much for such a well-written story. Lin
My, what a chapter, it hurtful to both but at least they can finally now talk about the problems they had. and with a little love, patience, compassion, and responsibility for each of them and their actions, they can begin to heal and find a way to come back together where they belong, truly. PPS
I am glad to see Bette and Tina talking about the things that matter. And Tina’s parting comment about forever and wanting it with Bette is AWESOME!
Thank you again for yet another great update. I hope T & B would work things out. Looking forward to your next post.
I htink I have commented before on this story, and if I have’nt I apologize. This is a great story, very moving, very intense. I too look forward to each new post. The excellant insights Dana is giving her friends, come directly from you the writer. You are truly gifted!
Hello wonderingaloud, I must admit to you that I have been following this story since you started it and it has been one of my favorites to follow, I am a lover of the “Letter” I love the delicate nature that comes from writing letters, there is just something magical that happens between the author and the paper, a bond and connection that sends your emotional core through the pen (or Pencil) and just creates a magical thing. I am sorry that I have not shown you my support sooner, I wish I had. this story is just so beautiful, you are reaching into each character and pulling from them their very essence. I love how each character is coming into the realization of what their true destiny is, no matter how hard you try to push away and hide it will come and find you. This latest part between Bette and Tina is just so powerful because it is the raw truth for both women, they have always been there, but with closed eyes. Lets hope that they can find their way back to each other, and that the other characters (ie. Shane and Carmen, Alice and Tasha) will find their place. You have created a truly brilliant story and I cannot wait to see where you take us. Sincerely, JC
YEs bette and tina finally talk. i’m glad that tina is finally taking some responsiblity for their failing relationship. at least theya re talking and not fighting…amazing that it took dana’s letters to get everyone to move forward… what a powerful story :)
Hmm, interesting. It’s no secret that I’m not a Tibetter, but the way you have them discussing things makes me think it could work, if only they’d drop their egos once in awhile. I hope Dana’s letters might have made them realize that they had something good once upon a time. And nice touch about Tina still believing in forever…I’ve about given up on that one, but I never let myself let the dream go completely. I just hope they can make sense of the mess they’re in before it’s too late to fix it.
well they’ve already said the good stuff. So I just wanted to leave to say I love i. as usual. Not only am I a Danish fan but I’m also a Tibette fan. I love them. I’ve read lots of Bette and Tina confrontations and intense conversations such as yours but I have o say, his is one of the best so far as i have read out there. But it’s not surprising of course, you’re really good. legatoeff is right, you are gifted. I won’t write my share of Danish or anything coz it ain’t this good lol. Yeah, that’s about it. Happy New Year. I’m going back to page 1 ;)
Great update. This is a talk that is long overdue for Bette and Tina. I am a Danish shipper, but, I am loving every chapter of this story. You have an amazing handle on writing each of the characters. You have written a story that any fan of L Word would enjoy reading. Thanks so much!
Oh God no, I’ve reached the last post!!! Now I have to wait for updates along with everyone one else. I don’t know how I’m going to survive. This sucks, there’s nothing on TV better than this. Hell, when the real TLW premiers in a few days, IT won’t even be better than this. All I can ask is that you 1) take into consideration the ideas that I suggested in my PM to you and 2) please not allow the S5 premier to negatively affect (effect?) your continuation/completion of this story. Pretty, pretty, pretty PLEASE!
That was a very important conversation, handled very well. You continue to excel with this story. Post when you can and thanks.
Can’t remember if I’ve ever commented on this story. I love it. I love the last line from Tina. I’m glad somebody still believes in forever. PPS
Of course I’m sticking to it, your writing is brilliant and your insights and interpretations to every character and their dynamics is simply awe inspiring!!
Thanks for your thoughtful and well-written description of B&T feelings. Until IC addresses any of this, we are so lucky that writers like you are willing to tackle it and do it so well.I am looking forward to your next chaper.