Tina woke to the sound of the ocean. Last night was so unbelievable. No amazing. No the whole day was. Tina thought to herself as she snuggled closer against her sleeping wife. Then startled a bit when she hard a beeping sound. Bette rolled over out of Tinas embrace. Reached under a pillow and cut the alarm off. As she did this Tinas crawled onto Bettes back kissing her between her shoulders, whispering Good Morning baby.

Bette: Good morning honey. Did you sleep well? (Turning back over into Tina’s arms.)

Tina: Honestly at first, I didnt think my body or my mind would let me got to sleep. You seriously wore me out, both physically and mentally. So yes, I slept better than I have since the twins were born. Bette?

Bette: Yeah honey.

Tina: Have I told you lately how amazing you are. I love you so much.

Bette: Well, not since you screamed it all out last night. I think they might have heard you all the way back in LA. I hope you didn’t wake the Twins.(giggling)

Tina: Bette!! (lightly slapping Bette on her chest)

Bette: Baby, you know I’m just kidding. Now lets get up. Your robe is over there. I want to show you something.

Bette and Tina both got up and put on the robes that the staff had placed there the night before. Bette took Tina by the hand and opened the door to the Cabana.

Tina: Oh my god Bette!!!! Breakfast by the ocean at sunrise. This is so beautiful babe.

Bette: I thought you would enjoy it.

Bette and Tina sat down to a small table with their breakfast already prepared by the Hotel staff. After they finished they returned to them room to shower and get ready for Bettes next adventure.

One hour later.

Tina: Oh Bette. Its the Botanical Gardens. The brochure says its a gardener’s paradise. Listen, it says. This serene setting is home to desert and native plants found only on the Channel Islands.

Tour Guide: On your tour, you will encounter such botanical flora as: The Catalina Cherry, St. Catherine’s Lace, the California Holly (Toyon), The Catalina Mahogany, The Catalina Ironwood

Bette knew how much Tina loved gardening and she knew Tina would love this tour. They explored the Island for a few hours then returned to their hotel room. Taking a nap before their next adventure.

Tina walked towards the boat with Bette having no idea what the next adventure could be. Once settled next to the side so they were able to look out over the oceans. Tina snuggled back into Bettes arms.

Tina: Bette?

Bette: Yeah honey.

Tina: How did you ever come up with all of this?

Bette: Well Stacey helped out a bit. I was able to make most of my phone calls to arrange this from her office.

Tina: I was wondering about that. But this is so So exciting. I’m sorry babe.

Bette: Sorry for what honey?

Tina: I guess I just forget sometimes just how wonderful and amazing you are. I promise I wont let that happen again.

Bette: I agree. I think we both just became so complacent that we forgot to talk. I dont think well have that problem again. And if we should. I promise to remind us that we shouldnt. I mean I think

Tina: (screaming) Oh Bette, babe look. Sea lions!!! Awww, look at them swimming. Oh, oh, look a baby with her mother. That is so adorable. Bette do you see them?

Bette: Honestly baby, I probably could if youd let go of my head.

Tina: (giggling) I’m sorry I got so excited I didnt realize I grabbed you like that. Can you see them now babe.

Bette: That is adorable. Look how they are sunning themselves. Hey, LOOK!! A Bald Eagle. Now that is amazing.

Tina: Wow, it is. I havent seen one since growing up in Chapel Hill. You could see them in the protected area at Jordon lake. Wed go there in the summer boating and such.

Bette: Tina?

Tina: What babe.

Bette: Are you really having a good time?

Tina: The best ever. Cant you see it through my eyes. I couldnt be any happier.

Bette: Just checking in is all. I really want this to be special and relaxing for you. Lord knows when well get another chance at something like this with the twins.

Docking and switching over to their next adventure. They were seated five feet under the water in a spacious, climate-controlled cabin. Watching Catalina’s marine life.

The crew began to feed the fish, and we were face-to-face with a wide array of undersea dwellers. Bright orange garibaldi, spotted calico bass, opaleye, halfmoons, urchins, rockfish, and bat rays. The tour guide called out.

Next adventure.

Cruising the stunning Catalina Island coastline to the rustic village of Two Harbors. Tina once again had no idea what was next. She actually enjoyed not knowing. That way each new site, new place, new adventure was so much more exciting.

Exploring the area without our guide, Bette and I walked along the beach. Enjoying a sunset stroll to Catalina Harbor. We had a delicious dinner at the Harbor Reef Restaurant. Then afterwards returned for a late night cruise back to our hotel.

Now you would have thought that Tina would have been just completely exhausted. Bette knew she was. However, Tina had something else in mind. Something that had been building since their sunset walk and loving talk along the beach. Tinas heart was just so overwhelmed at the days events. No both days.

Tina grabbed Bettes hand and all but ran to the bed. She turned Bette around and threw her down on their bed. Then she climbed on top of Bette straddling her hips. Taking her hands and holding them above Bettes hand. Taking care not to hurt her right arm this time.

Tina: Ms. Porter you are in big trouble now!!!

Bette: What did I do? (grinning)

Tina: You have absolutely amazed me today. I cannot believe all the things we got to see. I just cant find the words to tell you how much fun I had with you. But.. Now its payback.

Bette: Payback? I thought you just said you enjoyed yourself.

Tina: I did.

Bette: Then what could there possibly be that I deserve a payback for? (grinning)

Tina: Oh you know darn well what its for Porter. I see that grin. Every single chance you got today.. Every time we were surrounded by people you either whispered something seductive into my ear or you touched me in a seductive way. Dont deny it. You tortured me all day long and you know it.

Bette: Honey I was just. Just being loving. Showing you my affection.

Tina: Bette, you lie. You lie like a rug.. (giggling) You did it on purpose. Admit it! Now it’s payback.