OKI need EVERYONEs helpwe have a new character coming into the picture soon from what I have read on the spoilers (Tonya/Tanyahowever they spell it). So you know she will somehow be in the storythe only thing is I dont want to do the Bette/Tina story that is coming upso I am wanting suggestionsI have a few ideas, but I want to know what you all think also!!!! SO E-MAIL ME!!!!
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Mira & BayouBengal, thank you and welcome to our little family.

Darkhorse, I swear I think you can read mindsI wasnt sure of how many people picked up on the intro to Listen upI had to watch it a couple of times to be sure and you can be sureTHAT is in our future.

LSUfan, I dont think I could ever get tired of hearing that as long as yall dont get tired of my undying appreciation.

Sous Chef, I know I split yall up this time, but you know I still love yall the samethank you!

Geauxtiger, Soup chef, thank you also. I look forward to seeing what yall think of my story and I use that to improve everyday.

Helena, you are so sweetthank you so very much.

Cuban slave, We have another tiger amongst us, but I think we can take em to (at least they all seem pretty tame- GoTIGERS!!BEAT THE SOONERS!). Thanks for sticking with me.

And finally K., thank you for all you say. You are so special.

Here we goeveryone say it
Grab whatever and enjoy!

Chapter 15

The sun seemed so much brighter this morning and Dana didnt seem to mind the light ripping from her slumber. The day before had been exhausting. She had a hope that her mother may one day accept or at least try to accept her lifestyle and her love for Lara. She had made love to the woman that she wanted to spend the rest of her life with throughout the afternoon. A grin spread across her face as she thought of how her skin tingled as Lara would run her fingertips along her sides. She reached over to pull Lara closer to her, but found the bed empty. Then she saw it, one fresh cut red rose on the pillow next to her, along with a note.

My Beautiful Dana,
You looked so peaceful for the first time in so long, I couldnt wake you my angel. I have gone to work and left this rose in my place. I know that does not have hands to touch you, the way I would. It does not have lips to kiss you with the passion that I would. It does carry these from me to you though. I cut this rose with my hands, with a gentle touch, as gentle as I would have caressed your body. I kissed the petals, as I would kiss you. I am so proud to have you in my life. You are so strong and loving. I cant wait until I can take the place of this rose tonight.
Always,
Lara

Dana picked up the rose and pressed it against her lips. The roses smell was so intoxicating. Dana just fell deeper in love, a feat that she didnt think was possible. She knew that tonight had to be special and she was going to make sure that it was, unfortunately she had to first go to practice, after stopping in at The Planet first of course.

Well, well, well, look what the cat dragged in. So Dana, how was your weekend locked away with your woman? Alice always had to know what happened, every detail. Never mind, I see the smile on your face, I can only imagine. You guys didnt leave the bedroom did you?

God Alice, she just walked in the door. And is that all you worry about, who is getting laid?

I have to live vicariously through my friends Shane. Remember, I am the one that isnt getting any. Well, strike that, I am getting it from a clingy ***** identified male.

No we didnt stay in the bedroom all weekend. We actually had company come over Saturday night that wouldnt leave.

Alice, did you go over there and bother them? Shane was laughing behind her cup of espresso.

No I didnt. I was tied up with Lisa all weekend.

Tied up huh? I didnt know that you were kinky Al, I would have gone out with you if I had known that.

I wasnt tied up like that! But if you wanna Alice bounced her eyebrows up and down.

You guys are sick! Dana was slouching in her chair picking at her muffin.

Thank you! Shane and Alice answered simultaneously and began laughing.

So anyway, who was the uninvited guest? I mean, you know, they had to be uninvited because if you would have wanted guests, we would have been the first you would have called.

Well Howie showed up late Saturday night. Dana became serious. He got into an argument with our parents.

What about? Alice placed her chin in her hand and her elbow on the table.

Me.

Youre kidding? Shane was surprised.

No, he left and got a friend to drive him to my place. So he stayed the night and Dana started to laugh under her breath, when we went to bed, Lara and I got him good.

What did you do? Alice was entrawed in the conversation now as Shane just sat there and shook her head.

Well, Dana sat up like she was about to tell a secret, of course he was being his usual smart ***** self. Well, Lara and I went to bed and ya know Dana didnt like to get too graphic about her sexual escapades. Anyway, we heard Howie outside the door listening, so Lara told me to start getting loud like I was going toummm

Come Dana, the word is come. Of course you can also you the word *****. Alice always tried to pull Dana out of her shell when it came to *****.

Bite me Alice! So anyway, while I was beginning to yell her name, she flung the door open and Howie feel inside.

You have got to be kidding me? Howie, the one who was hitting on me at that stupid luncheon was hoping to hear his sister and her lover having *****.

Gotta hand it to the kid, he has balls. I gotta run, I have an appointment. Shane got up and left before Dana got to the real surprise of her weekend.

You wont believe me when I tell you who showed up next.

Alice could read it on her face. Her eyes got wide, No, youre kidding me.

Im not kidding you, she came to pick him up Sunday morning.

Did you guys talk?

Yeah, Dana got a soft smile on her face and looked down, we did. We got a lot out. She doesnt know if she can accept who I am yet, or if she ever will, but she did tell me that she loved me.

Alice rubbed Danas forearm, Dana, at least it is a start.

Yeah, the smile on Danas face got a little bigger, it is. I gotta get to practice, I wanna get home early to beat Lara.

Mmmmsounds like you two will be staying in again.

Jealous? Dana got up and turned to walk out. She looked back over her shoulder to see Alice just shaking her head, then she saw why. Hi Lisa. Gotta run.

Practice was an obstacle that had to be overcome to get to her plans for Lara tonight. She was focused, she was determined. Her grunts on the court began to sound like Monica Seles. Her backhand was on target. The ball was like a bullet as it would hit just inside the line.

Man, you really had it going on today. You were on fire! You could go all the way this year in any tournament if you play the way you just practiced.

Thanks. Dana started to get embarrassed as she began to smile at her coach. I need to run, I have plans tonight.

Okay, see you tomorrow.

Before Dana left, she stopped by the locker room to change and put a note in Laras locker. It read:
I cant wait for you to get home. I will be waiting with baited breath.

She rushed home to get ready for tonight, she knew Lara wouldnt be far behind. She wanted Lara to walk into a fantasy. A place they both wouldnt want to leave.

When Lara walked in the front door, she was holding the note that was left in her locker. She couldnt believe her eyes, candles were lit and red and white rose petals were strewn about as if they were guiding her upstairs. The candles illuminated the bedroom, the rose petals lead into the bath, where Dana was waiting, in the Jacuzzi. More candles danced throughout the room, Lara was amazed by what Dana had done. The champagne was chilling next to the tub. The fruit was on a tray within arms reach of Dana. And Dana, sat in the Jacuzzi covered only by the bubbles.

This is Lara couldnt find the words, this is

This is for you. To show you how much you mean to me and to tell you thank you for everything you have done for me. Dana reached out her hand, get out of your clothes and come here.

Lara did as instructed, but not too fast. She saw that Dana was fixated on her. As she unbuttoned each button, her finger would slide slowly down her chest, then her stomach until they were all undone. She slowly slid the shirt off of her shoulders, letting it drop to the floor that was covered with the lovely rose petals. She ran her fingertips around the waist of her pants and panties. She finally slid those down and stepped out of them. She then took Danas hand and stepped into the tub.

As Lara sat in front of her, Dana took her left hand and gently slid her thumb over Laras bottom lip. A ripple of desire swept over Laras body. As her eyes closed at the touch, Dana was overcome with her own desire. She could no longer resist the lips that taunted her. Their mouths met, softly at first, then with increasing passion. As the kiss deepened, Lara gave all control over to Dana. Their bodies began to meld together. Finally, the kiss was broken and Dana gazed into Laras eyes. Welcome home. Lara was still speechless. She couldnt believe what was before her. Her hand rose and caressed Danas cheek as her head tilted. Have you eaten? Lara shook her head back and forth as Dana picked up a slice of Kiwi. Here. Dana placed the fruit upon Laras lips, in her mouth. As Lara took a bite, juice began to run down her chin. Dana made sure that none escaped as she ran her tongue up to Laras mouth. The sweetness mixed with the salty taste of Laras skin was enticing. She had to have more. She turned Lara around and placed her between her legs, Laras back against her chest.

Dana, this feels so nice.

We are just getting started. Dana placed tender kisses along Laras shoulder and Lara settled even further into the embrace.

Dana reached for the sponge, immersing it in the water. She began to cover Laras body with long slow strokes. Cleansing away the days tension, but creating a new, more pleasurable tension.

Lara stirred against Danas body. That feeling against Danas ***** made her acutely aware if the desire building in herself. As Danas travels across Laras body were complete, they settled back, Danas arms enveloping Lara. I love being able to be with you like this.

I feel as if I have died and gone to heaven. Being in your arms is like paradise to me.

That is where I want us to bein paradise. Dana slowly kissed Laras shoulder. Baby, let me take you there.

Laras head fell back onto Danas shoulder. I would follow you anywhere.

With that, Dana slowly ascended from the water and stepped out of the tub. She offered her hand to assist Lara as the other grabbed a towel. Once Lara was out of the water, Dana dried her off, starting at her shoulders, working her way down. She took her time, enjoying Laras body.

Once finished, she wrapped Lara in the towel and dried her own body, giving Lara ample time to admire her body as she had done earlier. Finally dry, Dana wrapped the towel around herself and took Laras hand, leading her back to the bedroom.
She slowly led Lara to the rose covered bed, never breaking eye contact. She captured Laras lips in a kiss, Lara wrapping her arms around Danas neck, Dana pulling her closer with her own.

The response from Lara was almost immediate. She released the towel from Danas body as Dana did same for her. Their bodies once again beginning to melt into one another. Dana turned Lara and slowly laid her down on the bed. Their bodies hot, the sheets cool. Hands began to explore at will.

Dana moved on top of Lara, placing one arm underneath her shoulder, providing much needed leverage. She fervently kissed Lara as her free hand began to massage her breast. A trail of kisses began towards Laras neck. The scent of Lara flooded Danas senses. You are so beautiful. More kisses You are the air to me.

Lara was overwhelmed, her heart swelled as Dana touched her so tenderly. As Dana paused ever so briefly, they both searched each others eyes. I never thought I would find anyone and then God brought you into my life. I never thought a love like this could exist Dana.

I never knew that I could love someone so much. You are my everything. With that, Dana found Laras ***** and anointed them with kisses. Lara groaned and arched her back, pushing her breast deeper into the accommodating mouth. Lara began to stir beneath Dana, and she knew that this was her sign to move further.

As Dana obliged her lovers want, she left kisses along her abdomen, traveling further southward. She reached her destination and proceeded to provide a pleasure with her tongue that Lara wouldnt soon forget. As Danas tongue was exploring, her fingers dove deep into Laras essence. Laras walls immediately closed around them, holding Danas fingers in their place. They released and contracted over and over. Finally Lara cried out as her body shuddered and jerked as Danas tongue and fingers led her into the paradise that Dana had promised her.

As Laras convulsions subsided, they laid there, wrapped in each others arms. Danas head on Laras stomach, Laras fingers running through Danas hair. Dana eventually made her way back up to Laras lips and kissed her once again.

Lara ran her hands to the back of Danas head and turned her over. Dana tightened the embrace and kissed her lover passionately. Lara broke away from their kiss and straddled Danas thighs. She took Danas hand in her own, pulling them to her mouth and placing gentle kisses in each palm, as Danas body followed her hands. Lara gently pushed her back down onto the bed Let me take you to paradise now. Just relax.

Dana obliged as Lara held her hands on the bed. Lara bowed down to place kisses on Danas forehead, her cheeks, her lips. Lara eased down and covered Danas body with her own. Her mouth traveled downward, stopping and adorning Danas ***** before moving on. Laras mouth finally arrived at its destination. Lara surrendered to Danas passion and showed her just how much she was loved. Paradise was not far away. As Lara placed her finger deep inside Dana, her mouth and tongue continued their assault. As she had done, Danas walls began to contract and trap Laras fingers inside. The writhing became almost urgent as Dana came and came again.

As Danas trembling body finally began to come down from the heights of ecstasy as Lara moved back up to look in her eyes. Are you okay?

Okay isnt the word that comes to mind right now. Dana placed a small kiss on Laras lips and snuggled into her neck. Welcome to paradise.

Dana drifted off to sleep as Lara thanked God again for bringing such a wonderful woman into her life.