“Are you sure you want this Tee? I mean, I know you are sure, but there is no harm in changing your mind, I would never think less of you for it.”

“You know it has to be done Bette. There is no other option.”

“Yeah, but it seems so.., I don’t know, drastic, dramatic, whatever you want to call it. You won’t be able to take it back once it’s done, and I am worried what the effects on us will be.”

“You are calling me dramatic? After a statement like that, seriously?”

“I am only trying to look out for you.”

“I already told you, I don’t need you to do that.”

“I know, I’m sorry, but it’s a natural instinct in me to do that for those I love.”

“I know it is, and at times it makes me feel more loved than I can tell you.”

“I’m guessing now is not one of those times huh?”

“Not so much, no.”

“Okay then, well, I guess this is it then.”

“Looks like it.”

Um, okay, well, just remember I love you, and if you need anything, call me okay? You have your phone, and money right?”

“Yes, I have everything I need to do this.”

“Alright, well, I will be right here waiting for you, don’t ever forget that okay?”

“I know you will be. It means a lot to me.”

“Okay sweetie, see you after school.”

“Bye Mama.”

“Bye my love, I will miss you.”

“I’ll miss you too babe.”

Tina closes the door behind her, and walks away with out a backwards glance.

The car slowly pulls away, a sense of longing and sadness envelopes the occupants inside.

“Mama?”

“Yes baby girl.”

“What time does Mama T get out of school?”

“In about 6 hour’s honey. It’s going to be a long day.”