Tina: Thanks. I know I’ve been putting off our discussion on my future with the studio. I’ve just been so overwhelmed with my family agenda, this film and moving that I really haven’t had a chance to really work on our next steps.

Helena: Well, as long as I have an agreement with you that you will stay with the studio and at a minimum you’ll continue to lead our script selection area I can live with that to begin with. We don’t have any other scripts lined up for production so why don’t we get through these two movies, get you moved to New York and we’ll target a new contract for you by July 1^st.

Tina: I can live with that time table, though I may want to take time off May to move as well as take the June off from any day to day activities. I should still be able to read some scripts and work on my contract with you, but between the reconciliation, moving and completing these projects I’m really going to need some down time. I want to really concentrate on my family as well as building a bit of a life for me in New York. Bette has done a good job for herself and I don’t only want to be Angelica’s mother or Bette’s partner. I need to find a niche there too.

Helena: Are you thinking of something like the Center?

Tina: I’m not sure I want to commit to something like that just yet. Really just making a few friends and pursuing some hobbies. Bette’s done a nice job with the gym, her dining and Jazz club outings and even making a habit of attending Broadway shows. I know we’ll do the shows together now, but I just want to get into a routine and find my things too. I usually run while I’m there and I’ve even carved out a couple of routes. I want to make sure that I make time for me too, not just my family.

Helena: Well that sounds like a healthy approach and I’m sure Bette will support you.

Tina: Bette always supports me doing things like that. I just gave that up and decided my role was to take care of her. Then when I did that and she expected me to take care of her I resented her for it. Now we take care of each other, the way it should be.