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Chapter 9 – Areas of their life
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”We can just talk about abstract topics and relax, okay? Don’t worry about it»
Tina wanted Bette to feel as comfortable and at ease as possible, if possible. She liked the way Bette swung her legs up on the sofa and tucked them under her, and there was something familiar and homely about it. They chatted like this after work hundreds of times when they lived together and everything was fine. It always gave them both emotional release and nourished them
”Tell me about your work”
”Oh, it’s usually more or less quiet, but today… one asshole named Michael Gambone decided that he is the most intelligent on this planet and can teach me how to manage the exhibitions. He took out my entire brain piece by piece”
”He entered dangerous territory: your work and your brain”
Tina knew how much Bette didn’t like it when someone started evaluating her work without asking or giving her advice
”He’s just a fucker. He’s one of those greedy, unprofessional morons who took over half the decent shows in LA. I was infuriated by his impudence… okay, sorry, let’s not talk about this anymore. He is not worthy of such attention. How was your day? All these days, actually… We haven’t spoken in a long time”
Tina looked at Bette over the rim of the glass she was holding to her mouth
”Yes, it was a long time ago. I miss our communication… Today I met with a decorator, we will work together on a new show in Toronto. She seemed nice at first, but then she tried to flirt with me and it was so… inappropriate and stupid.”
Bette took a piece of cheese and took another SIP of wine. Bette seemed to stiffen at the idea of someone flirting with Tina
”That’s interesting. You don’t like to flirt at work”
”Yeah, I don’t like that. I don’t need that kind of communication with anyone right now, to be honest. With someone else, I mean”
Bette looked at Tina and smiled inside. Tina looked so sweet and it was clear that she wanted Bette to understand what she meant by ”don’t need flirting from other people.” Bette found it touching and of course she understood what the blonde was talking about.
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Bette is a very tactile and sensual individual so it makes perfect sense to me that she would be more comfortable holding Tina, touching Tina and dancing with her. Until: ‘I’ll explode with you too.’ My favorite line. Bette did process Tina’s words. Yes there is a lot to discuss and sort out but that has to be put on pause for a bit because Angie needs to be front and center right now. She is their child and looking out for her welfare is as it must be. Both parents need to create a united front in dealing with their underage daughter and her drinking. Also, Angie has been incredibly rude. Her attitude may be more than just alcohol induced. Is she taking drugs? Is this more than teenage rebellion? They need to get to the bottom of Angie’s hostility. Bette and Tina do make a good team. Kind of a good cop bad cap team in a way. I suspect Angie will have a doozy of a hangover in the morning and an even worse attitude. I am glad that Tina is spending the night. In the guest room. Keep communicating ladies and – Tina – Margot needs to go. No no no messy distractions. And Bette – no more Lisa’ s. You have a chance to get your life back – a very good chance – both of you do. I liked that Bette stopped ranting about her work and asked Tina about her day. This is progress. Despite the Angie drama there were some very sweet and tender and hopeful moments. Good story. Good chapter.
Thanks, Billy. Yeah, I think that parents should be a close-knit team and help their daughter overcome a difficult life stage. It’s good to have Tina around now. If Bette had been alone, it would have been much harder for her to deal with Angie.
I found Bette’s response of just wanting to be in Tina’s presence and have the intimate dance with her absolutely fascinating. Bette has always been a tactile and physical person. After all it was Bette who began the relationship with a kiss when she returned Tina’s earring. Not with words but with a simple kiss which said “I’m attracted to you, but I simply do not have the words to say what I feel at the moment.” So to begin a reconciliation process with physical contact of a dance and simply holding Tina close is so very much like Bette and her mode of communication. And from their evening, this was a time in which both could and did experience a connection without sex which I believe is a good starting place for a potential reconciliation. I do believe that Bette will put words to her response to the letter at some point, but for now this was as powerful a communication to Tina as she would expect.
There is a big time problem with Angie and both of them see it. I was surprised that Bette allowed Angie to get by with her response early in the morning when she asked her if she needed a ride to school. And now that Bette and Tina are sharing information on Angie’s mutual rudeness and now her intoxication, they stand a much better chance of getting to the source of the problem and taking corrective actions. It would actually be beneficial to Bette and Tina and their corrective action and paths if Angie is sick tomorrow morning. Sickness is not much fun. And sometimes being miserable will be a more more powerful lesson than having only a slight discomfort for overindulging. Most people try not to repeat things which make them miserable.
This was a very interesting chapter…. lovely evening with Bette and Tina. Just hope Bette and Tina can get Angie back on a path of rational behavior and not what she is doing…
Thank you for this…. love to see more.
Taking care of Angie and trying to understand her problems can bring Tina and Bette even closer together. Or this focus primarily on the daughter, on the contrary, can prevent the restoration of their personal relationships. In any case, Angie needs her moms right now, even if she doesn’t realize it. Thank you for your comment, Martha, I love your thoughts.
Hey Ada,
Very interesting chapter. Lots to digest.
I agree with Billy & Martha on their comments.
Agree that Tibette needs to have a serious talk with Angie & keep a much better track of her on a daily basis before her behaviors become major problems.
Good start on them back on track themselves.
Keep it going!!!
Collins
Welcome you here, Collins. Yes, sometimes teenagers need a little more attention than even the best parents give them. And teenagers do not always let them get close to them and allow them to give them this attention. Thanks for your feedback on this chapter! Looking forward to continuing your story too!
Ada
I loved this chapter. Loved Bette’s vulnerability in seeking proximity to Tina without being yet ready to talk. Haven’t we been in a situation where we aren’t ready to verbalize how we feel but know things are better when someone we love is near. As long as the letter is discussed at some point, please Bette and Tina talk about the letter and the events leading up to it. Bette is so good at shelving her emotions so I hope she can unpack how she is feeling and Tina can better explain her decision making. Great start to my weekend, Ada. Thanks
I really like understanding the character of Bette that was shown to us in the original TLW. When you feel so much and strongly that you can’t put it into words. I think that’s such a beautiful and kind thing about Bette’s character. Sensuality and emotionality is always difficult, but it can bring a huge amount of love to life. Thank you and have a nice weekend!
Ok, now i’m really confusing about what happening with Angie?
Sorry, I haven’t seen your comment before. I hope the next chapter provides some clarity :)