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    Dana’s Journey…Out and Staying Out

    Again, thank you for the comments. They keep me going. I hope that you all keep enjoying the story. I know that we are going through a heck of a rough patch with Dana and Lara right now, but please rest assured, there will be even more down the road, but there will also be good times in between. As I said, I wished that the show had spent a little more time with Danas anxiety over telling her parents and the fallout. I hope you will stick with it and I promise we will get our girls through it.

    So, as I always say, grab whatever you want (albeit a beverage or someone/thing special) and enjoy.


    Chapter 9

    Danas sleep had been restless. The light brought the day she dreaded most of her life, the day her parents would find out that she was in love with a woman. She begrudgingly opened her eyes, cursing the morning, to see that she was the only one in bed. She could feel that Lara was not far away, so she didnt worry. Lara had held her throughout the night, through the crying and nightmares. She couldnt believe how lucky she was to first find this wonderful woman and not only get a second chance, but a third chance when she made all of those mistakes. She knew that it took someone special to forgive the things that she had said and done and this time she wasnt going to loose Lara.

    She threw the covers back and sat up on the edge of the bed, her head hung low, her hands and arms braced on the mattress. Her thoughts and fears keeping her from moving further. Lara walked through the door and saw Dana trying to fight the urge to lay back down and pull the covers back over her head. She placed the two mugs of coffee she had just made on the nightstand and knelt before Dana. With her index finger, she lifted Danas chin and she saw nothing but raw fear in the beautiful blue eyes that were in front of her. She knew what Dana was thinking and she wished she could make everything right in Danas world.

    Dana, I am here and we will make it through this. You are a brilliant, beautiful, ***** and tough woman. Just please dont shut down on me. I can tell that you are starting to pull back into your protective shell. Laras hand now cupped Danas cheek. Everything will work out the way it is supposed toI promise. I now know that I was supposed to move to LA to find you. A small smile graced both of their faces. Nowlets get you in the shower so we can start to face the day, okay?

    Danas head nodded her affirmation. As Lara stood, she pulled Dana up with her and into a hug. She could feel Dana take a deep breath and let it out.

    Now, heres your coffee. So go get your shower and I will go take one in the guest bath.

    Lara, Danas voice was raspy and tired, could youI mean would you mind to take a shower with me? Danas shy eyes finally looked back at Lara. I just need you to hold me a little while longer. Danas head dropped back down. Never mind, I am asking too much. You have been so great and I dont want to take advantage of

    Her words were cut off by Laras whisper, Dana, I will do whatever you want, you know that. I would be happy to take a shower with you and just hold you. I will be happy to hold you for as long as you need me too. You never know, I may even wash your back for you. She had gotten what she hoped for with that last comment, a giggle from Dana.

    With that, Lara led Dana into the bathroom and turned on the shower to let it warm up. She finished slipping out of her night cloths as Dana was stepping into the now steaming shower. Lara closed the glass door as she stepped behind Dana. Her chin rested on Danas shoulder as her arms instinctively wrapped around her waist. The hot water cascaded over their bodies, washing away everything, at least for the moment. They stood there, letting the water run over them. They just held each other, nothing else. Nothing else was needed at that moment. Lara kept her promise, eventually, and washed Danas back as Dana did for Lara. The water finally began to turn cool and it signaled them that it was time to leave this safe place, Danas home and face the world that they had successfully shut out. They finished getting ready without saying anything, just a glance here and a look there.

    On the drive to pickup Alice, Lara intertwined her fingers with Danas. She would gently squeeze Danas hand when she could tell that she was getting a little more nervous, which was becoming a lot more often now that they were nearing Alices apartment.

    As they pulled up to Alices, Lara looked over to Dana to ask her one more time, Are you sure you want me to be there. I dont want to be the cause of any more anxiety for you. You will have Alice there and she is a great friend.

    No, I want you to be there. I need all of the support I can get. Dana finally smiled And if they dont spit in my face, I want to be able to introduce them to the woman who makes me happy. She stared into Laras eyes, leaned in for a small token from Laras lips.

    Hey guys! Alice hopped in the SUV before Dana could attain her prize and the mood was broken. Oops, sorry.

    No youre not Dana couldnt help but laugh, even though the stare between the two lovers was never broken. You live to do stuff like this to me.

    Dana, how can you say that? You know I would NEVER interrupt you and your woman here. The words dripped with sarcasm as they fell out of Alices mouth. Did I interrupt you guys at Bette and Tinas House? Dana and Lara both turned three shades of red. No, I didntI was actually enjoying the show, it was Kit that interrupted you.

    God Alice. Do you always have to think and talk about *****?

    Yes Dana I do, especially right now because I know it wont be a topic of conversation at this lunch thing. Alice loved being such a smart *****, she often laughed at herself.

    Would you two like me to leave? Lara couldnt help but put her two cents in on the banter she enjoyed between these two women.

    No, I know I never want you to leave. Dana seemed to be feeling better and more relaxed. She took a deep breath and continued, I need you both near me today. Now lets go get this over with.

    As they got closer to the Royal Crowne Plaza, Lara decided to let Dana and Alice know where she would be in case they needed her. I was thinking that I would go sit in the bar and wait for you guys. Your parents know Alice and to walk up with a strange woman might make things a little uncomfortable.

    Lara, you dont

    No Dana, you need Alice, someone familiar to your parents, beside you when you tell them. I will be right there if you need me. Lara grabbed Danas hand and kissed her palm.

    Dana, I think Lara may be right about this.

    Alright. If you two think it best, I will go along with it. But Dana was trying to think of a way to be in the same room as Lara when she told her parents her big news.

    The SUV stopped in front of the hotel, but before they got out, Lara gave Danas hand a reassuring squeeze and smiled. Dana knew what Laras actions were conveying and no words were needed, just a smile between both women. Finally, they all get out of the SUV and walked into the hotel, Dana and Alice first and Lara a few feet behind. Lara watched as Dana gave her mother a hug, as did Alice. She longed to have that happen to her, but she never knew if it would. As the three women walked into the banquet hall and disappeared, Lara saw a young man, she assumed that it was Danas brother that she had heard about, flash something to Dana and Alice. She walked into the bar and ordered a glass of wine to help calm her nerves.

    All through lunch Danas nerves seemed to get the best of her. Alice was trying to keep her calm, but it was a big job. Every time Dana would get up the courage to tell her parents, something would happen. Then there it was. They were standing in the buffet line and someone came up and asked for an autograph. Dana was mortified. She tried to hide the ad as best she could from her parents, but to no avail. They seemed even more nave than Dana was about things.

    Honey what did it say Get out and Stay outwhat does that mean?

    Danas brother Howie was holding in his laughter when he heard Danas explanation. You know people like me who are outdoorsy. Dana couldnt breathe, she had to get out of there and Alice wasnt far behind. Lara saw the two women leave the banquet hall in a huff and hurried to find out what happened.

    They saw the ad and all I could say was that I was an outdoorsy person. God how stupid is that?

    Well at least the word out was in the sentence. Just then the door opened and Lara entered the bathroom.

    Is everything okay?

    Well, she almost told them. She said she was outdoorsy. Now if we can just drop the doorsy. They saw the ad and her explanation was that she was outdoorsy.

    Oh baby. Im sorry. Lara took Dana into her arms. You can do this. I know that you can. Dana took a deep breath and relaxed a little, but not much. Im going to go back to the bar. Ill be there if you need me. Dana tilted her head to the side and smiled as Lara placed a little peck on her lips and then left.

    Alice, can we go get a little fresh air?

    Yeah sure. They have a nice terrace here, lets go up there.

    The two women went out to the terrace where Dana could collect her thoughts and try to start again. They didnt notice Danas little brother walking up behind them.

    Hey lesbos. Hows it going?

    Howie, damn! Dana noticed the joint in his hand. Where did you get that?

    Who caresgimme Alice took a drag and offered it to Dana. Here this will help you relax.

    No thanks. Howie gladly accepted it and took another drag.

    Hey Dana, when mom and dad disinherit you, Ill still come around. Howie loved his big sister, although he would never want anyone to know it.

    Thanks bro. With that Dana decided she did need some help relaxing and took the joint from Howie.

    Im going to head back down, why dont you two stay here and finish this.

    Are you sure Dana, I dont want you to do this alone if you dont want to.

    Ill be fine for a few minutes Alice. I promise. But Dana knew if she was going to do it, now was the time and she didnt want a big audience, except for maybe Lara. She headed back down to the banquet hall and found her parents at the door.

    Honey, we were wondering where you all went. Is Howie with you?

    No mom, he is on the terrace with Alice, we just needed some air. Dana could feel her lunch rising to the surface, but she suppressed the feeling. Can I talk to you two for a minute? I need to tell you something.

    Sure Dana. What is it?

    Can we go into the bar and sit down? Dana knew that was her safe place since Lara was there. As they all walked into the bar, Dana looked over at Lara, as to try and gain some strength.

    Lara was shocked, where is Alice she wondered.

    Mom, Dad Dana took a deep breath, I have something very important to tell you.

    Is it about the ad campaign? Is there more to come, are you going on tour?

    Now Sharon, let her finish. Go ahead Dana, what is it?

    Mom, Dad, Dana glanced over her dads shoulder to Lara. She looked like a lost puppy. What I have to tell you is very hard for me.

    Dana, whatever it is we will get through it. Her mother was becoming worried.

    I hope you are right mom, I do want to come through this together. But first, I want you to know that I love you and you raised me in a wonderful home and I couldnt have asked for a better childhood.

    Dana, you are starting to scare your mother and me, tell us, whats wrong?

    I am a *****. There, she said it. The bomb had been dropped. Lara was watching closely, making sure Dana was okay.

    Youre a what?

    A ***** mom, Im *****.

    How could you do this to us? The bomb that had been dropped was turning nuclear. WhatwhowhyI just cant do this. Danas mom flew out of her chair, with her dad right behind.

    Mom, Dad, you didnt do anything wrong. Sobs filled her voice. Please.

    Alice and Howie saw his parents leaving the bar area. Oh my God, she did it.

    Lara tried to run after Dana, but she couldnt catch her.

    I suppose that you are a part ofof this lifestyle Danas dad spit out at Alice.

    Who meI have a boyfriend.

    Dana couldnt believe her ears. As she passed Alice, A boyfriendthanks!

    Lara got to Alice, Is she okay?

    I dont know.

    They watched as Dana talked to her mother and then as the car took off, leaving Dana standing there as if her whole world was gone. They headed to her and she began to cry. Alice was the first to get to Dana. Itll be ok. She said as she took her friend into her arms.

    Lara braced the other side of Dana, Let it out. We are here.

    Lara continued to hold Dana as Alice went to get the valet to get the SUV. Dana couldnt speak, the tears wouldnt allow her. Shhhwe will get you through this. Words were hard coming to Lara, she really didnt know what to say. She just knew that Dana was hurting and that meant she was hurting. She knew then and there, she would do everything in her power to get Danas parents to see that this didnt change who Dana really was, but only who she loved and wanted to be in her life.

    As the valet pulled up and got out, Alice slipped him a ten. She slipped behind the wheel and Lara continued to hold Dana in the back. The drive back to Danas seemed to take forever. No one said anything, not even Alice. The only sounds in the SUV were Danas sobs. They finally pulled up to Danas and Alice got out. Dana didnt move.

    Baby, were home. Come on, lets get you inside and into something more comfortable. Lara was trying to prod Dana out of the SUV. She began to move and Alice opened the door for her. Lara scooted across the seat to be right behind her.

    Would you mind if I waited for a cab in there with you all? Alice could feel that they needed to be alone and didnt want to interfere. She knew that Dana was in the best hands possible.

    Alice, I forgot, we picked you up. My car is here, why dont you take it or maybe Danas. There is no need to waste money on a cab. Lara made the offer without even a second thought. Actually, why dont you come in. Im sure that Dana will need you too.

    Thats okay. You two need to be alone. I know that she is in good hands. Lara smiled and blushed at the compliment paid to her. but if you need me, dont hesitate to call. Maybe if she feels better, you guys could pick up the SUV in the morning at The Planet.

    Sure, that sounds like a good plan.

    I may drop it off tonightIll see if Shane can pick me up before the party or meet me here. And we can leave it thenIll call to let you all know.

    Okay. No problem. Lara held on to Dana as she watched Alice get into the SUV and drive off. Come on, you need to get some rest. Lara led Dana into the house.

    Dana seemed somewhat catatonic, so Lara got her a pair of sweat pants and a tank to change into. She finally got Dana changed and changed herself. Dana just sat on the couch staring into space, her knees pulled to her chest. Lara got them both a glass of wine and came back into the living room. Finally, Danas eyes seemed to focus on Lara as she took the wine. In one swift drink, the glass was empty and set on the coffee table. Lara sat next to her wounded lover and put her arm around her. That was all it took for Dana to lay her head in Laras lap. She was exhausted, not only physically, but mentally. Lara began to run her fingers through Danas hair and whispered, Im here when you are ready to talk. With that Dana drifted off to sleep and that is where she remained for the rest of the afternoon.

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