How can I expect Tina to ever forgive me when I can’t forgive myself? Bette pondered this thought while setting in traffic. It was hot, very hot and even with the air on, she felt warm. Was god punishing her? She was too good at doing that to herself. Hitting the steering wheel with her fist, she yelled out come onenough alreadylet’s get moving! She was full of anger today. For some reason more edgy. The art exhibit was over. It was a smash and it left her feeling ecstatic. But, there was so much more on her plate. And these that filled her plate, did not have an expiration date. It had to be handled delicately with kid gloves. Traffic began to move, slow at first, than finally picking up. Bette accelerated and tried passing the car in front of her. Just then an SUV cut her off. “Damn people!” Learn to drive, she exclaimed! And with that traffic stopped again. “I can’t believe this! Her voice was loud. Feeling frustrated she pulled up close to the SUV. She than noticed the bumper sticker. Bette read it and had to read it again. It was shocking to her. Was it some kind of sign? She couldn’t believe what it said.

I am of he, He has forgive me, I should forgive myself.

The words just kind of hung there in her head. Was God trying to tell her something? He must have been, because for the first time this morning she finally felt at peace.

Tina called Kit that morning to say she would be in for lunch. She wanted to tell her about the vacation plans and when they had decided leave. October was right around the corner and there was no time to waste. So, at o’clock she and baby girl went to the Planet.

“Hello sweetie,” Kit scooped up Angelica and hugged her. She gave Tina a peck and told her to have a seat.

“What’s good for lunch in this joint?” Tina said laughing.

“Everything’s good here, isn’t it precious?” Angelica giggled and drooled.

“I’ll have my usual, chicken salad on a croissant. Tina just grinned at Kit who was still giving the baby kisses.

“And ice water with lemon,” both finished at the same time and chuckle.