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    Dana’s Journey…Turmoil

    Every one of you is too kind. I may not mention you each by name, but I appreciate each and everyone of you. Thank you again for all of your compliments. Oh, and Shyspiceit may not be such a good idea to read this at work, although I begin writing it at worksomethings wrong with that isnt there? K, I am glad to keep a smile on your face. Ash, dont know about 50 chapters, but we do need something to keep us going when the season ends, dont we? I will try my best to keep this going as long as I can or until yall kick me off the board. I was asked if I would or could do one about Tina/Bettewell, you never know. I must tell you (and K. already knows this), this is actually my first attempt at writing like this. So please bear with me. I hope to improve over time and the only way I can improve is by yall giving me feedbackgood, bad and in between. I appreciate it all. And Sarah, I appreciated what you said. I wish that you would E-mail me and let me know exactly what I can do to improve. You sound like someone who could give me a lot of insight into the world of writing.

    So as they sayon with the showgrab whatever you want and enjoy!

    Chapter 8

    Yesterday had been a dream for Dana. She had spent it in the arms of the person who she yearned to be with. She couldnt help but smile when she thought of their second first date and the events that followed. But the came the rain cloud that darkened her thoughts, how was she going to tell her parents. The thought consumed her. Mom, DadI sleep with women or Mom, DadI hate to tell you this, but Harrison is gayand so am I. She sat at the table, her forehead cradled in her hands. How am I going to do this? They are going to hate me. No, they wont hate me, they love me I am their daughter

    Well looky here, surprised to see you outta bed lil Miss Dane. Shane had a smile across her face that told Dana that Alice had opened her big mouth.

    Alice! Dana pursed her lips and shot Alice a look that could have shot her right between the eyes.

    What? Alice was acting like an innocent child. I wasnt supposed to say anything? You never said I couldnt. She gently laid her hand on her chest.

    Whats the big deal Dane? So you and your little sous chef had ummma smorgasbord of *****. I just usually have a smorgasbord of women.

    Funny Shane.

    Hey guys. Whats going on? Tina and Bette walked up to their friends sitting at the table.

    Dana had ***** yesterday.

    Shane, GOD! Danas blood red face fell back into her hands. She couldnt believe that her ***** life was the topic of conversation.

    So whos the lucky lady? Or was it just a one night stand? Bette always had a way to sound so serious, even when she was teasing.

    Who had a one night stand? The exotic accent brought Danas face out of her hands.

    No one!

    Dana did.

    Alice, it wasnt a one night stand. Dana was trying to defend her own honor since no one else seemed to care.

    So, then Marina interjected who was the lucky lady?

    It was her little sous chef Lara. Shane couldnt help but tell everyone.

    Awww that is so sweet. You and Lara are back together, Tina finally spoke up and it wasnt about any discharge or restless night sleep. Everyone thanked God for that, well, maybe everyone except Bette, it was a normal part of conversation with them.

    Yeah, I guess you could say that. Dana let a small smile through her grim look.

    Then whats wrong? Why arent you jumping up and down? Marina couldnt fathom why this woman wasnt estatic. I thought this is what you wanted.

    It wasit is. Danas thoughts were crashing into each other in her mind.

    Then why do you look so glum? Marina now was rubbing Danas arm, trying to show Dana that she cared.

    Its Dana threw open the magazine to the ad. this.

    Everyone stared at the magazine that was before them. They all were all so happy for Dana, she finally had attained one of her goals. Everyone was telling her congratulations, it looks wonderful, way to go, how bout an autograph, but although she should be happy, even delirious, she wasnt. She had the woman of her dreams, a campaign ad in The Advocate, which was going nationwide within the month, but that rain cloud still persisted.

    Whats wrong? You have a wonderful, loving woman, you have this wonderful ad campaign. Your parents should be proud of you. There it was, and Marina had brought Danas private darkness into the light, her parents. At the mention of her parents, Danas eyes opened wide and her pupils dilated until there was nothing but blackness.

    Dana, you told them didnt you? Alice seemed to become worried.

    Dane?

    All she could do was shake her head back and forth. No I didnt. And now my mom is receiving some kind of award from her womens group and she wants me to be there.

    She belongs to a womens group. That is good, no?

    Alice cleared the air, The Orange County REPUBLICAN Womens Group.

    Ay collo

    The tears that had stopped the day before threatened to return. She couldnt do this in front of everyone, she had to get away. As she tried to escape, she felt Marinas hand slip down the length of her arm, but it didnt stop her.

    Dana. Wait. Alice went after her, leaving everyone else at the table.

    What?

    Dana, chill. Im sorry. I thought you were going to tell them.

    When was I supposed to do it Alice? Danas words were as sharp as a knife. In between practices, the ad shoots and trying to get Lara back, I havent had a second to think let alone sleep. So tell mewhen the ***** was I suppose to go to my parents and say, Hey mom and dad, by the way Im *****? She knew that it wasnt Alices fault, but she had to lash out and Alice was the only one there. The whole gang was watching this exchange and they decided they needed to go their separate ways and let this thing play out without an audience.

    Look, we will go to this thing and you can tell them before your mom accepts the award. I will go support you.

    You will?

    Yeah, I can look like a republican for a few hours without it killing me. Anyway your mom and dad love me.

    Well, a least they will probably still love you after all this, I wonder about me though.

    Itll be fine. I promise. Alice pulled Dana into a hug. Dana wanted to believe her best friend, but it was hard to.

    Im just going to go home and think. I need to get all of this straight Alice began to chuckle at Danas choice of words what? Dana didnt even realize the joke that could be attached to her statement.

    Honey, there is no way you are going to get anything straight

    Dammit Alice. You know what I meant. Ill call you later. Dana turned and left shaking her head.

    Knock, Knock

    Dana knew who was on the other side of the door. They had made plans to rent a movie and eat in. She went to open the door to Lara, who was holding a Blockbuster bag and one from the Chinese place down the street.

    Hey, I missed you today. Lara kissed Danas cheek as she walked passed her. Dana didnt say anything, she barely smiled. Whats wrong? Did something happen? Dana opened the magazine to show Lara the newest Subaru ad. Baby, you look great. I am so proud of you.

    Dana just dropped her head and walked into the living room. She still hadnt figured out how to tell her parents. Im not ready to tell my parents and now this. It is just happening all so fast. Her eyes now wide, she was pacing like a caged animal. I cant do this, I cant tell them. They will hate me. They

    DANA, stop this, please. Lara had put everything in one of the chairs and grabbed Dana by her arms. Everything will be ok. I promise.

    Danas mind was racingshe was speaking before she could make a complete thought, almost rambling, Yeah, you and Alice. You both make this promise, but you dont know. My parents are total right wing ***** republicans Lara! The caged animal inside was now attacking, Do you know how that makes me feel? I cant even say the word ***** in their presence. One time we saw a ***** couple out and all they could do was say how shameful it was. My heart sank and I knew then that they would never understand.

    Dana, youre shaking. Please calm down. I know what you are going through.

    How the ***** do you or anyone know what I am going through? Do you know my parents? Dana was letting all her anger and fear out, unfortunately, it was directed all at the wrong person.

    The tears were becoming evident in Laras eyes as she saw the woman across from her turn into someone she didnt know. Please Dana, please stop. You are starting to scare me. I am worried about you. She forcefully pulled Dana into a hug and tried to calm her down. Please baby, calm down. This isnt good for you or me.

    Once embraced by the loving and understanding arms of Lara, Dana let go completely. The anger turned to sadness and fear. The words turned to tears. I just feel like my whole world is crashing in on me. My family is everything to me. I know that I have my friends and I have you, but I cant imagine my life without my mother and father. Ijustcant. With that her face was buried into the nape of Laras neck, hiding her pain, her fear, her sadness.

    Lara just held Dana tight. She didnt say a word. She knew that Dana needed that release. It didnt make it any easier to hear, Danas words were like a sword to her heart. Dana didnt understand that Lara did know what she was going through. She had the same arguments with herself a few years ago. They stood there, in the middle of the living room, for a while, Dana sobbing into Laras shoulder, Lara rubbing Danas back letting her release every tear that she needed to.

    Finally, Dana sniffled and gasped for air, lifting her head from its sanctuary. Her bloodshot eyes looking into Laras. Iamsorry. Gasping for her breath between each word. Ididntmeanto

    Dana, its ok. I swear. I told you, I know what you are going through. I went through this too. I know that you are angry, scared and sad all at the same time. Come over here. Lara guided Dana over to the couch and sat her down. She took a deep and took Danas hands into her own. Dana, I have never told anyone this, but I think you need to know. When I told you I went through the same thing, I did. I am hoping that your outcome is different than mine was, but if it isnt, pleaseplease know that I am here for you and always will be and I am sure that your friends will be as well. But I havent talked to my parents since I came out. Of course, mine wasnt as public as yours is going to be, but the rejection almost killed me.

    Dana couldnt believe her ears. She had never known about Laras family, she had never asked. She felt so ashamed for not asking and for the way that she had just hollered at her. Oh God Lara, I didnt know. Ive been so selfishI

    Dana, shhh Lara placed one finger over Danas lips. Its ok. I want to finish. I was in such a deep dark place, the one that you are just beginning to go through. I hope with all my heart that you are wrong about how your parents will react, but if you arent, this is just the beginning. I wanted to die, I had no family, no friends, really no one. Then I moved here. I got a job doing something I love to do. I never thought I would make any friends, I didnt care to. I just wanted to get up in the morning and go to work. Then one day I saw this hot, ***** woman out on the tennis court. My days from then on became better and brighter. Dana has a small smile on her face. Yes, I have had problems with this total fox, they both chuckled, but I am utterly in love with her and will help her get through anything that she runs into. I will be her protector, her lover, her partner. Dana began to blush and put the top of her head into Laras chest. Thats why I need to tell youI am going to be moving in with Kate as soon as possible.

    What!?!? Dana jerked her head from Laras chest to see her holding in a laugh that was ready to bust out. You are just mean.

    Baby, I had to lighten the mood. But everything I said I did mean. I will be here through everything with you. I swear to you, we will make it through anything. Danas stomach began to grumble. Both women laughed. I think we need to eat.

    As Lara got up to get the food, Dana grabbed her hand to stop her. Lara, Alice is going to go with me to this awards thing. Laras heart sank just a little, but she understood, announcing to her parents that she was a ***** and that this is my lover would be quite awkward. But, can you look like a republican? I would like you there too. At least in the hotel or somewhere waiting for me?

    Laras heart swelled to twice its size. I would be happy too. I will do anything you want me too. With that Lara went to the chair and grabbed the bags. She put the movie in the DVD player, then came back to Dana and sat the food out on the table in front of them. They fell asleep on the couch before the movie ended, Lara cradling Dana. The days to come would test their love, but at least for tonight, they rested.

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