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Another Christmas
“Goodnight, T.”
There was no answer, only the peaceful sound of Tina’s deep breathing.
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“So, T,” Bette began the next morning as they sat together over coffee. “What did you want to do for Christmas this year?”
Tina looked up from her breakfast with a raised eyebrow. “You’re asking me about Christmas plans? Weeks in advance?”
Bette shrugged. “It’s not that far away, Tina. I know that you’re usually the one asking me this question, but stop acting like you’ve been celebrating Christmas alone for the past umpteen years.”
Tina giggled. “I’m not, I was just taken by surprise, that’s all. To be honest, B, I haven’t really given it any thought.”
“You haven’t? That’s not like you…”
“I’ve just been so busy. There’s been no time to think of anything else. It was different before, when we were in L.A.. I’ve got a lot more on my plate now.”
“Fair enough. I can handle things this year. Just tell me what to do.”
Tina shook her head. “Don’t worry about it, Bette. It’s not a big deal. When we lived in L.A. I always made more of an effort because our friends kind of expected us to. But that’s changed now. It’s just us out here.” Bette noticed the wistful note in Tina’s voice.
“We haven’t been back to L.A. since the move. Do you want to go? Just for Christmas. I know Angie would love to see Kit.”
Tina shook her head. “I’m just too busy, babe. I need to be here, overseeing everything.”
“Alright. Let me know if you change your mind, though.”
“I will.” Tina glanced at her watch and gulped the rest of her coffee down. She stood, leaned over and gave Bette a kiss. “I’ll see you this evening. Have a good day, okay? If I can get free for lunch I’ll call you and maybe we can meet downtown. Don’t count on me, though.”
Bette nearly made a sarcastic reply about not expecting Tina to find the time for her, what with the Project That Consumed All still looming, but she let it pass, reminding herself of the not-too-distant past where she would have behaved in the same manner. Instead, she smiled and told Tina to have a good day.
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That was wonderful and sweet, love it. Merry Christmas !
Hey :) I really enjoyed that. Thanks & Merry Christmas kiddo! x
I just love your holiday stories OMalley! Your curmudgeon Bette in the past has had me tickled with laughter. However, this story, touched my heart…Bette shows the true meaning of Christmas…helping others who are less fortunate, teaching our children to be kind, bringing family and friends together for good times and memories. Who needs Santa Clause…when we have your beautiful and kind Bette! Love this story!!! Thank you! Hugs to ya! Merry Christmas!
beautiful and realistic amazing holiday story, happy holidays!
WOW!!! That was so Amazing Thank you!!!!
That was lovely. Great story.
Shows what is important to celebrate….family, friends and helping others not as fortunate. Nicely done!
So heartwarming. Thanks for the posting and Merry Christmas xo
Bette and Tina are going to have a perfect Christmas. I see that Bette is still all about those grand gestures even if she’s mellowed. Thank you omalley and happy holidays to you.
Enjoyed your holiday story! Happy Holidays to you!
I enjoyed that a lot. Thanks for sharing and happy holidays.
Wonderful story, thanks.
Beautiful story.Thank you and Merry Christmas.
That was just awesomely excellent. Thank you. Was so wonderful. Merry Christmas!
This is simply beautiful and heartwarming, omalley. Hope you and your loved ones had a Merry Christmas. Thanks a bunch and Cheers! =)
That was a nice Christmas Story. I loved that Angie understood what Bette was trying to show her about Christmas and then when she wanted to get more toys for the other kids was just so precious. Glad too that t
As I was saying-Glad to that Tina will have time off to be with her family and her framily.
I wish on the show they showed Angelica running a muck in driving her mom’s crazy lol that would’ve been so cute and funny
Now, this story is what Xmas is really about! Amazing!