I know what will do it.

She went out to the garage and searched for the box marked Christmas lights. She found the all white lights and brought them into the house. She quickly hung them up on the mantle and hung them on the wall along the perimeter of the room. The room was now bathed in a very warm, soft light. She hoped Tina would like it. Looking at the time, she saw it was time to get dressed. She washed her face and her upper body with soap and water. She didnt want Tina to smell the French toast on her.

Thats definitely not *****, she thought.

She decided to put on her green cargo pants and a white tank top. She put on some perfume and a little bit of eye shadow and mascara. She teased up her curls a little, just the way Tina liked it. Tina always said she liked Bettes casual look. She said she couldnt resist her when she looked so relaxed. Bette hoped this remained true.

With two minutes to spare, Bette went out on the front porch to wait for Tina. She had closed all the shades in the house so that Tina couldnt peek in. It was already getting dark out and the night air was warm and inviting.

At 7:05, Tina pulled up and waved at Bette as she was parking the car.

Well, hello there.

Hello, Ms. Kennard. May I say you are looking quite lovely this evening?

So do you. Mmm, youre wearing youre green cargos, Tina said as she pulled Bette to her, cupping her butt cheeks and sliding her hands over them. Tina leaned in and captured Bettes mouth, laying a scorcher on her. Forget the strawberries, thought Bette.

So are you going to show me whats inside?

Yes, but you have to close your eyes.

Bette, come on

No, no, no. Close them.

Tina closed her eyes and Bette opened the door, leading Tina inside. She positioned Tina accordingly and the said, Ok. Open them.

Tina opened her eyes slowly and couldnt believe what she saw. All the candles and the Christmas lights were giving off such a romantic glow. The flickering candles looked like they were waving at Tina. Tina was so touched that Bette would put all this effort into something for her.

Bette, I cant believe you did this. This is so beautiful! Thank you! Tina said as she grabbed Bettes head and started planting kisses all over her face.

Easy! Easy! We still have a lot to do tonight, said Bette, Go sit down and Ill bring out dinner.

She went to the kitchen and brought out the French toast, syrup, hash browns and turkey sausage. She went back in to bring two glasses that were bubbling over with a very light champagne She placed everything on the table for Tina to see.

Breakfast for dinner! That is so sweet!

Im glad you like it. Come on. Lets eat.

They began to eat, savoring each bite while alternately feeding each other. They held hands the entire time. Tina felt so happy and loved by Bette. She decided it was time for a little teasing.

Baby? Youve got a little syrup at the corner of your mouth.

Before Bette could respond, Tina had licked off the little drop of syrup.

Are you sure youve gotten all of it?

Oh wait. Theres a little bit more, Tina said as she licked the other corner of Bettes mouth. Bette grabbed her chance and seized Tinas lips. The sweet taste of the syrup on Tinas lips was the best part of the meal. They kissed slowly, enjoying the texture and taste of each others mouths.

That was really good babe.

Hold on. Theres dessert.

Dessert? Youre gonna spoil me now.

I could never spoil you enough, Bette said as she went back to the kitchen to get the strawberries.

Tina couldnt believe how much effort Bette had put into tonight. God, this was how it used to be, she thought.

Bette walked back with the strawberries and as she approached Tina she saw that Tina had a faraway look in her eyes.

“Baby? What are you thinking about?”