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Foundations – Chapter 5
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Part of Tina wanted to laugh at the idea that she was having maternal feelings about Jennifer Schecter, the same girl she hated passionately a year ago. It was funny how things could change so completely.
“So have you given any more thought about where you want the project to go?” Tina asked, once Jenny’s chatter about the script ran out. “I’m assuming Shaolin is out of the question,” she teased.
“Uh, yeah. Definitely.” Jenny smiled. “Sorry about that.”
“Pfft, I understand completely,” Tina said. “After what happened to you –“ Tina broke off. “Well, there’s no point in going over all of that again. You know what happened. But I get it Jenny. You didn’t owe me any explanation.”
“Oh, no – I know.” Jenny said. “I just felt like sharing this news with you because, well… you’ve proven to be a true friend to me, that’s all.”
Tina hugged Jenny again, and Jenny had to laugh this time as she awkwardly returned the hug. She looked down at the bump between them. “You look ready to pop!”
“Oh, not quite yet,” Tina said smiling. “Let’s head back, it’s getting dark.”
And so they went back the way they came, making easy conversation. Tina was a little sad in spite of herself. As happy as she was for Jenny, she couldn’t help feeling like she was missing out. Which was ridiculous, because Shaolin never would have gotten the picture, but she realized suddenly how much she missed work. She missed the thrill of it, seeing a creative vision come to life, the necessary adroitness it took to maneuver oneself out of potential defeats (which was never an option) and the rest. She was happy – there was no doubt about that – but something was restless in her. She was still working two days a week, and she’d delegated most of her duties as necessary, but it just wasn’t the same to go in and shift papers and make a few minor decisions. She felt that what she was doing was of little importance.
The baby, perhaps sensing her gloominess, gave a strong kick.
Sorry, baby. It’s not your fault that your mama wants her job back. I want you more than any job. But I can’t wait to get back to doing what I do. You understand, right? Nothing personal.
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well since you said “fast food” fish taco, i fear tina made the wrong choice in dining establishments, apparently she doesn’t know the deliciousness that is rubio’s!? mmm, i’m getting hungry just thinking about it….thx for this & pps
OMG….you had me LMAO…..”sugar,water and purple”?!! and the fish tacos…oh lord i was rollin!!!! poor Bette! PPS…PPS…PPS…PPS… ;-)
Tee hee!! That was really funny! I loved how Tina opened up to Bette and how Bette responded! PPS!
Great chapter, O’Malley! Vis-a-vis Maury, I must confess, I lost all respect for Connie Chung once I found out she was married to him. All their embarassing over-sharing about their attempts to get pregnant just turned me off!Did you know that Maury was once a respected serious journalist, the son of a very good sportswriter? And Jerry Springer was once the mayor of Cincinnatti? Well, sex sells, somewhere. Loved this chapter. The ambiguity that Tina feels and expresses is real. Thanks for showing that pregnancy is not all sunshine and roses. I want a burrito!
Oh – and you captured the Maury/Jerry ambiance perfectly! Your characters responded in character as well! Thanks!
ROFL at the maury nightmare, fish tacos and grape soda,lol… poor bette!!awesome update:)PPS
“The fish taco…” – See?, told ya those things were vile. ;-)
When Bette is feeling better I think Tina has some making up to do! Loved it:) PPS
I bet Tina will be more picky about where they eat after this I loved the sugar water and purple. thanks
This was great. Loved it! PPS.
Hahahaha…Great update O’malley. Poor Bette…she’s really suffering the Daddy blues of this pregnancy!
Way to go, Kennard! Loved the whole taco-purple-stomachache thing, it got me laughing hard. As for the pregnancy-job thing, well, life is not all about roses. Love your insight and the way you write :)
I just started reading this story and find it and your writing delightful. PPS.
Hilarious…I got hooked on Days of Our Lives, well, one actress actually…when I was pregnant many moons ago & like Tina I couldn’t wait to get back to work either even though I adored my baby. Great omalley. I needed a good laugh. PPS.
Maury Povich–love how you got down pat his alleged hug that is really a death grip to keep the guest from runing off stage. And–since YOU brought it up–have you ever wondered if the women with dozens of potential baby daddies just want multiple trips to NYC and are probably getting guys to pay her $50 to be named so they could get a trip to NY, too? OK, OK. No more tabloid TV talk. Loved the chapter. Thanks for giving us Tina’s spin on the work vs. home dilemma. Oh and uh–could you maybe, just maybe, only if you want to of course, but you might want to consider–Bette on Rachel Ray. Bette’s head spinning in circles as she tries to figure out what is going on as RR changes subjects with every sentnce, and Bette desperately trying to ge a word in. Good times.
What a great story and great interactions between B and T. This is so carefully written and cleverly crafted. The small dramas of everyday relationships writ large and meaningful. I’m really impressed AND best of all really AMUSED. Thank you.
I am so happy that Tina opened up to Bette and Bette’s response was so supportive and loving. I am looking forward to reading more.