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Ashes, ashes… Chapter 10
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“That’s not surprising. And, unfortunately, neither is the breakup. Many couples just shatter after the loss of a child.”
Both women were silent for a few beats before Ronnie interrupted the quiet.
“When you say ‘barely functioning’ what do you mean?”
“She’s not sleeping, hardly eating. It’s as if she’s lost the will to live.”
“Do you think she could harm herself?”
“No,”
“Are you sure?”
“Yes. I’m sure. I think if she wanted to kill herself she would have done it already. She’s had plenty of opportunity. And God knows, plenty of good reasons.”
“Do I know this friend?”
“You met her last year. At the Foundation’s awards dinner. Tina Kennard. Do you remember?”
“Of course I remember! She was lovely. Very much looking forward to motherhood. And you were quite smitten with her. I thought you two had gone your separate ways.”
“Yes. We have. Or, we had. We’ve recently reconnected. As friends,” Helen explained.
“Hel, I would be happy to talk with her. But it would be best if she came to that decision on her own. I can help to guide her, but most of the healing work is something she’s got to do herself. If she isn’t motivated or ready for that, then you bringing her here isn’t going to do her any good.”
“I know,”
“How involved in this situation are you?” Ronnie asked gently.
“Peripherally.”
“So you’re merely a casual observer. Not trying to fix anything or take care of everything.”
“Darling, are you accusing me of being a busy body?”
“No. I’m accusing you of having a savior complex,” Ronnie said.
“Now, let’s not bandy about professional jargon,”
“Justbe careful. You had very strong feelings for Tina.”
“Ronnie. I told you. Tina and I are friends.”
“Yes. That’s what you told me. But Tina is profoundly vulnerable right now. And I know you. It would be incredibly easy for you to slip into caregiver mode and–”
“There’s no harm in helping someone who needs it,”
“Okay. If you say so. But remember, she’s grieving. And she’s needy. Don’t mistake that for something that it’s not,” Ronnie advised.
“Thank you, Doctor. Your check is in the mail.”
“If she does decide to talk with me, give me a call. I’ll fit her in somewhere.”
“You’re the best, Ronnie. Truly. I appreciate it.”
“Just be careful. Promise me.”
“Cross my heart. I’ll talk to you soon, Darling.”
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This is a very interesting Helena for sure. It might be Tina who begins to find too much comfort in Helena.When will we get a glimpse of Bette?Love your writing, as always.
yeaaahhh great chapter. sns and ffc in the same day- awesomeness.
Enid Blyton!
at least Helena is trying to make Tina better..and where the fuck was Bette?..grr coward..post soon thanks..that was great
Sorry for that Enid Blyton outburst. Blyton and boarding school in one sentence triggered that outburst and some truly happy memories. Your stories give me as much pleasure as Blyton did in my childhood. Perhaps someone else here knows who she is – and can therefore tell you what a great compliment I am trying to ineptly give to you. I like this more nuanced Helena.
She certainly can do something to help – GO GET BETTE and involve her in this!
ffc – as much as this is one of the most painful stories ive read. i have to read cuz its your words. thanks.
I hope Helena heeds Veronica’s warnings. It’s good that she’s aware of it though. Thanks ffc!
Wonderful writing as always. Please bring on Bette, they need each other.
Good chapter!
ya i think tina def could use this!!
great writing and truly authentic characters………you’ve definitely got the inside track here.
great writing..purrrfect!
Nah….to hell with Bette….you can bring us wherever you like. Perfect
I’m enjoying this very much despite how heartbreaking it is. Thanks for writing another great story.
As much as I don’t like saying this…Helena is trying to help and since there’s no Bette in sight, I’ll suck it up. Excellent storytelling.
i swear this story is so painful that i only read it because i love your writing, you’re one of my favorite writers here, i still have hope that B&T will reconnect and reunite, even if it’s helena will do it, i hope she’ll stay what she said she is, as friend and help tina to find herself and bette in the process
Yay! Helena gets to be the hero this time out! Yay! More!
I second Gumby. Get Bette, they need to work through this together. That is what Tina needs the most. okay, great as always, post soon
FFC thanks for giving us a small beam of light at the end of the tunnel. I was just thinking, I’m gonna have to get a bottle of Jack Daniels or find some valium soon if this one doesn’t brighten.
I agree with some of the comments, I think that Bette & Tina need to deal with this together
Please bring Bette back into the picture, she needs the same help as Tina and they need each other. Please have someone go and get her and bring her back to Tina. I know it is your story, but please. Thanks for the post.