What about your project in Egypt? Tina asked lazily swirling her feet in the water.

Thats the best part. Ive managed to convince all parties involved that I dont actually have to be there in order to inspect the findings. Sebastian and I came up with a great use of his camera talents and the internet. All I need is a computer and an internet connection and Im at the site!

The part shes leaving out is that now they have her involved in three other projects as well using the same methods. She can work from home anytime she wants! Marina interjected with pride.

Sure leave it to you to quit your job and end up getting something ten times better, Bette teased.

Yeahwell when youre good Cecilia said as she dipped her head to kiss the back of Marinas neck.

Hey guys! Sorry were late, Alice and Dana strolled through the gate carrying bags of groceries. There was a major line at the grocery store.

Wheres Shane? Marina asked as Cecilia moved out from behind her in order to help the women get the groceries into the house.

She said something about picking up a date, Dana said trying to keep from dropping the watermelon she was carrying under one arm while holding a twelve pack of import beer with the other. Cecilia grabbed the watermelon and led the pair into the house.

Can I ask you two a question? Marina asked looking at Bette and Tina when the other three had gone inside.

Sure… you can ask us anything, Tina said smiling at the now nervous looking Marina.

How long had you been together before you decided to get married? Marina asked fidgeting. Bette and Tina looked at each other and then back at Marina.

Wellll I knew I wanted to ask Tina to marry me after about a year. It took me a little while longer to get the nerve up to actually do it, Bette responded with her curiosity peeked. Why? Did CiCi ask you to marry her?

Marina smiled at her friends and looked to make sure that the woman they were speaking about was still out of earshot. No but Im thinking about asking her.

Oh Marina! Thats wonderful! Tina said clasping her hands over her smiling mouth in the fear that she had spoken too loudly. She quickly looked around, and seeing that Cecilia was still inside the house, she continued. Thats great news!