So hows everything going Tina?

Fine mom. The baby is fine and Bette is fine, were fine.

Good to hear.

Tina sat at her mothers kitchen table eating the lunch that she prepared. It had been almost six months since Tina had time to visit her mom and she missed talking to her. After everything that happened with Bette and after getting pregnant again, Tina felt like she could use some motherly attention.

How far along are you?

Six weeks.

Tina looked down at her food and bit her lip. She didnt know how to tell her mom that she was so scared of losing the baby again. Last time she miscarried in the eleventh week, and that was coming up faster than Tina would have liked. Everything was going great though, and Bette was being more loving and attentive than Tina could have ever hoped for, but still she was scared.

Tinais everything alright?

Yeah

Tinayou cant fool your mother you know. Whats wrong?

Im scared mom.

Scared of what? I thought things were going great between you and Bette.

No, they are. Thats not what Im scared about.

Tinas mother knew exactly what she was talking about. After carrying two children and losing your third her mothers intuition was on high alert. Nancy Kennard walked over to her daughter and sat down next to her. She took Tinas hands in hers and looked her in the eye.

Tinawhat happened last time isnt going to happen again.

How do you know? What if I wasnt meant to have kids mom?

Tina, what happened last time was just one of those things. It doesnt mean you cant ever have kids.

I knowbut what if it does? I dont think I can go through that again and I know Bette cant.

Tina felt tears welling up in her eyes as she looked at her mother. She knew everything was going to be okay and that her first miscarriage wasnt her fault, but nonetheless she was terrified of it happening again. She honestly didnt know what she would do if she lost another baby and she didnt think that she would ever be able to get over it. Tina worried about that and also the possibility that if it did happen again that Bette wouldnt be able to handle it. Bette was trying so hard to be everything that Tina needed and if Tina lost this baby she knew Bette would see it as a failure on her part somehow. Tina wiped away the tears that were threatening to fall and tried to give her mother a smile.

I know Im just worrying for nothing. Ill be okay mom.

I know you will sweetheart. Look, bringing a child into this world can be a very scary thing, but it is also one of the most wonderful experiences you can have. Just wait, youll see.

Tina smiled at her mom and this time it was a genuine smile. Tina knew her mother understood exactly what she wasnt saying and Tina took comfort in that. They enjoyed the rest of the afternoon talking about almost everything and when Tina left she felt contentment in her heart. Her mom was the one person who had been there for her through every stage of her life and this one was no different. Tina drove back to the house with a smile on her face and she knew that her mom was right. Everything was going to be okay and she was just being paranoid for nothing.

Tina opened the door expecting to find Bette either asleep or sitting on the couch reading, just waiting for her to come home. What she saw was completely unexpected and it brought a happy smile and a warm feeling to Tinas body. Bette had cleaned up the house and had dinner on the table. Tina could tell that Bette had to order out for it, because everyone knows Bette Porter knows nothing about the culinary arts. Tina laughed when Bette turned around and gave her a very seductive smile when she saw her. Bette walked over to Tina and wrapped her arms around her pulling her into a tight embrace. There was music playing from the stereo and Bette loosened her grip on Tina a little and spun them around the living room a couple of times. Tina laughed again at Bettes playful antics and she looked into Bettes eyes with a big smile on her face.

What has gotten into you babe?

What? Cant I look forward to spending time with my beautiful wife and my soon to be baby?

Tina laughed as Bette bent down and kissed her stomach softly. She ran her hands through Bette’s hair and lifted her face back up to meet her lips.

Yeah you can but its your birthdayIm supposed to be doing this for you.

Well you already made all my wishes come true so I guess it doesnt matter.

Bette leaned in and gave Tina a soft kiss on the lips before spinning her around again. Bette now held Tina from behind and continued to sway gently to the music. Tina sunk into Bettes embrace and felt goose bumps rise on her skin when Bette lightly ran her tongue along Tinas neck. Bette continued to nibble on Tinas neck and she had a good idea as to what Bettes intentions were for tonight. Suddenly Tina felt very nauseous and she broke free of Bettes embrace and ran to the bathroom. Bette looked completely confused and then when she realized why Tina suddenly ran from her she had a small smile on her face. She walked to the bathroom and heard Tina throwing up into the toilet. Bette cringed a little and knew Tina still had the morning sickness that seemed to run throughout the day and she opened the door and saw Tina sitting by the toilet. Bette got a washcloth and wet it then gently wiped Tinas face.

Still getting sick huh baby?

Yeahit should be over soon.

Tina smiled up at Bette as Bette wiped her face again then pulled her to her feet. Bette led Tina back to the living room and sat her down at the kitchen table. After making sure Tina was feeling okay they enjoyed the Chinese take out that Bette had gotten. After they finished eating Bette told Tina to sit down on the couch while she cleaned up. Bette went about clearing the table and Tina snuck away to the bedroom to get Bettes gift. When she returned Bette was just finishing the dishes and Tina went back to the living room to wait for her. Bette appeared a few minutes later with a cup of tea for Tina and she sat down on the couch next to her. Tina smiled at Bette and gave her a soft kiss on the cheek before giving Bette her gift.

Whats this?

Happy birthday baby.

Bette opened the small box that Tina handed to her and her face broke out into a loving smile. In the box was a platinum heart shaped pendant on a long platinum chain. Bette opened the pendant and on one side was a picture of her and Tina from their wedding day. The other side didnt have a picture and Tina leaned in and gave Bette a kiss before whispering in her ear.

The other side is for our family.

Bette had tears in her eyes as she looked at Tina and smiled again. Bette leaned in and gave Tina a gentle kiss on the lips that made Tina smile. Tina turned her body slightly so that she was lying in Bettes arms and she pulled Bettes left arm around her waist. They sat there quietly for a little while enjoying the silence before Bette gently pushed Tinas hair to the side and kissed her neck softly. Tina smiled when she felt this and it made her happy to know that Bette still desired her after all these years. Bettes grip on Tina tightened a little and Bette continued to kiss and nip at Tinas neck. Tina knew Bette was in the mood, after all they hadnt had ***** in almost five weeks, but tonight she just wasnt up to it. She was still feeling a little queasy and she didnt want to chance throwing up on Bette. Tina leaned away from Bette a little and Bette stopped kissing Tina and looked at the back of her head curiously. Bette leaned in and kissed the spot right behind Tinas ear before whispering into her ear.

Whats wrong baby?

Bette, do you think that things happen for a reason?

What do you mean?

Do you think that some times things just happen because thats the way they were supposed to be?

Like what?

Like lots of things

Tina let her voice trail off because she didnt want to upset Bette. She knew exactly what she was thinking but she didnt have the heart to voice her concerns. Bette tried to peer around Tinas head to look her in the eye but Tina turned her face away from Bette. She was feeling very insecure right now and she didnt want Bette to worry. Tina took a deep breath and turned to face Bette. She kissed her nose softly before standing up.

Its nothing babe. Im feeling kind of tired so Im going to lay down.

Okay.

Bette watched Tina walk to the bedroom with a worried look on her face. What is going on? thought Bette as she sat there trying to figure out why Tinas happy mood had faded so fast. Is she worried about something? What happened at her moms today? Bette got up and walked to the bedroom with the same worried look still on her face. When she reached the bedroom the door was closed and she really began to worry. Tina never closes the door, she thought as she knocked softly. When Tina didnt answer Bette quietly opened the door. Tina was lying down on her side facing away from the door and Bette could see her body trembling slightly. Bette slowly climbed into bed beside her and pulled Tina into her arms.

Baby whats wrong?

Its nothing Bette.

Tinalets not do this again. Its me T, you can tell me anything.

Can I? thought Tina as she lay there contemplating what to say to Bette. She knew her fears were stupid and she didnt want Bette to think she was being childish. Tina rolled away from Bette a little and spoke in a soft voice.

Im scared.

Of what T?

Everything.

Dont be scared baby. Whatever happens, well get through it okay?

Bette reached out and pulled Tina into her arms again. Tina felt a little better hearing Bette comfort her and before she knew it she had fallen asleep. Bette stayed awake watching Tinas breathing even out while her mind raced with random thoughts.

What is she scared of? Is she scared of losing the baby? Is she scared of me cheating on her again? What is it Tina? Bette watched Tina with a worried look on her face but she knew she had to be strong for Tina. Well get through this T, we can get through anything. Bette laid there until she was sure Tina was in a deep sleep before going back out to the living room. She sat on the couch and tried to figure out how to ease Tinas fears and one thought kept popping back up in her head. Whatever it is Tina, Im not letting you push me away. Bette walked back into the bedroom and climbed in next to Tina again. She wrapped her arms around her and fell asleep with a small smile on her face. Tina might have worries, after all thats natural, but this time, Bette was determined to get things right. This time she was going to be there for Tina and they would make it through. They had to.