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Chapter 43
A few minutes later they heard the door bell.
“Okay, you guys wait here. I’ll bring her back here. Are you ready?”
Tina gave them a huge smile and bolted toward the door.
“Did you see that?”
“Yeah, be careful.”
Tina came to the patio dragging Bette by the hand.
“Mom, Dad, this is Bette Porter.”
“Bette this is Tom and Annie Kinnard.”
Tom walked up to Bette and extended his hand.
“Bette, nice to meet you.”
Bette took the massive hand of Tom Kinnard and smiled.
“Mr. Kinnard, thank you for having me.”
“Nonsense, and its Tom.”
Annie came up next to Tom and extended her hand toward Bette.
“Bette, welcome.”
Bette accepted the hand and gave Mrs. Kinnard a killer smile.
“Mrs. Kinnard, thank you. You have a lovely home.”
“Thank you, and please call me Annie. Let’s sit.”
Tina gave Bette a huge smile and Bette couldn’t help but smile at Tina’s hopeful expression. Tina took Bette’s hand and led her to the table. Annie spoke first.
“So Bette, how did you and Christina meet.”
Bette looked horrified and turned to Tina before she spoke.
“Um, well…Mrs…Annie, I met Christina when she came to my Gallery for an interview…um”
Tom and Annie exchanged glances, but neither spoke. Tina jumped to Bette’s rescue.
“Yeah, I probably should have mentioned that, Bette’s my boss. She owns the Gallery where I work. It’s just been so amazing.”
Tom Kinnard couldn’t help but smile at his daughter’s childlike exuberance.
“So Bette, are you a native of California?”
“No, Tom I’m actually originally from Philadelphia, but I do consider LA home, I moved there just after finishing my maters degree and have lived there ever since. How about you two? Were both of you born and raised in this area?”
Annie smiled at Bette’s ability to graciously steer the conversation.
“Well I was, but Tom is originally from Boston.”
Bette smiled at the pair.
“I thought I detected a bit of an accent, but I wasn’t quite sure.”
“So Bette, tell us about yourself.”
Bette smiled.
“Well, as I said I was born in Philly, my father still lives there. I have a half sister who lives near me in LA and a nephew who has also chosen to live in LA. I went to Yale where I studied Art and Art History for both undergraduate and graduate studies. I spent a year studying in Italy and a year working in New York and then I accepted a position as Assistant Curator for an Art Museum in LA. After a few years I met a Gallerist who made me an offer to Manage his Gallery. I loved Gallery work and worked and saved to open my own Gallery. I opened the Bette Porter Gallery five years ago, it has pretty much been my life, um…until now.”
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Just so good. Engaging, charming and nice to read instead of MacKenzie Phillips and her incestuous father. Ewwww! Keep on going. You have a good sense of humor and realistic dialogue.
Very good story. The relationship between B&T is sweet and playful although she is serious. Just full of love. Hope to read more soon. Thank you.
I’m with t_a. Just love this story, cant wait to see what you have for us next. PPS
I am still in awe of Tina’s parents. Will bro and sis be as open-minded as mom and dad?? It’s great to know that T’s parents can see that she is happy. I cannot wait for the next chappy and see what bro and sis say….. PPS
so nice that Tina’s parents were so welcoming of Bette.. But who wouldnt with that beauty! thanks for the double dose… looking forward to more chapters soon.
This update was wonderful! I only wish my parents would be that understanding like Tinas parents. I really love the story your telling. Keep up the good work!
Me too – so happy about the welcome for Bette – too bad the ‘family value’ bigots don’t read fan fiction. And thank you for assuming the ‘scientist-type’ is open-minded – we ARE! PPS.
Just had to say I love this story! These last few chapters have been so great to read. PPS!
Great story. It’s nice to know some parents know the meaning of love.
I absolutely love this story….Bette and Tina are just great….more more
Great update Dazed, happy about Tina’s parents being cool about Bette, hopefully big bro won’t be a problem. Thanks for the post.
Great update…god I love this story! I really enjoy reading about this particular B&T relationship. BTW there are some pretty open-minded public safety folks out there. I’m holding out hope for Michael’s reaction.
Hm, Mr & Mrs K did alright there. I hope Tommy and Margaret are just as open minded… but I think once Tommy finds out that Joe was cheating on Tina, he might just want to pummel the guy. Great update, DnA, as ever. I look forward to your posts. Thanks! :)
that went so well…uh azmama where did the mackenzie phillips stuff come into it?as i said Great and i’m happy tins’s parents took it well. how i wish [sigh]…parents can wreck thingd.
Hi D&A, You are are really spoiling me with all these recent posts. Keep them coming I say. Just so brilliant to read. This story is honest and emotive: Bette and Tina’s love and affection shone through when they were chatting to Tina’s parents. Ann and Tom had to admit they saw and felt the fondness and tenderness between their daughter and new new love. This is hte real deal. Tina and Bette were so lovable once alone. The fun aspect of their relationship appeared. I am sure there will be pay-back later on. It was heartwarming that Tina’s folk gave Bette a chance and accepted her into their family. This is a difficult journey and having the support of those you hold most dear is important. Now I can’t wait to read how their dinner with Tina’s siblings works out. More please and soon would be greatly appreciated. Many thanks for satifying my addiction. Your Loyal Fan.
Thanks for the update. I’m so glad Tina’s parents are being kind and understanding. I’m like Bette though, continue to expect the worst, that way you won’t be disappointed. I do hope the siblings have a positive reaction too.
All parents should take a lesson from Tom and Annie
What an excellent update. Thank you :)
Wonderful Update!!! I am glad that Annie and Tom are being open minded about Beete and Tina. Now what are Tina’s bother and sister going to do? This story is so Great!!!! Thank you PPVS