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Foundations – Chapter 6
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“Excuse me!” Bette got the nurse’s attention with a sharp voice. “Would you mind telling us just what the hell is going on? It’s really unprofessional to just leave us sitting here, when –“
“Of course,” the nurse interrupted smoothly, completely unruffled. “I’ll get the doctor for you.” Then she was gone.
Tina began to rock back and forth slightly, biting her lip and willing herself not to panic. What good was it to be in the hospital when something wasn’t right, when your doctor didn’t seem to get it?
She clutched at her belly, helpless tears coursing down her cheeks. Tina supposed she must have looked really distressed just then, because Bette jumped up and stormed out of the room. Tina could hear her raised voice demanding help IMMEDIATELY.
Tina could see the doctor who had been treating her rush up to Bette through the small window in the door. They were speaking, the distant doctor’s manner suddenly looking much more accessible. Bette looked over his shoulder and her eyes met Tina’s. He bustled in all apologies. “Miss Kennard-“
“I want another doctor.”
“Ma’am, if you please…”
“I WANT ANOTHER DOCTOR.”
The young doctor blanched and went out of the room quickly.
Bette stood close to Tina and wrapped her arms around her. Tina buried her face in Bette’s shirt, choking back sobs.
An older, immaculately groomed man stepped into the room with an air of authority. His white jacket was pristine, but Tina could see that his eyes were kind. He looked like the family doctor Tina’s mother had taken her to when she was a kid. She trusted him instinctively.
“There’s something wrong with my baby and no one will help,” her voice was quavery. “Please help me.”
He placed a warm hand on her shoulder, indicating to Bette that she should step back.
“Ms. Kennard, you are perfectly fine. Your baby is fine. I need you to calm down.”
“But-“
“I’ve been apprised of your symptoms, I’ve looked over the report on the examination my young colleague did on you when you came in, and I’ve reached the same conclusion he has.”
“But, Doctor, I can feel it, this rhythmic… thing that’s too regular to be the baby kicking, and it doesn’t stop!” Tina felt her lower lip trembling. Why wouldn’t anyone do anything?
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WOW!!! That was so beautiful and so heart felt!!!! Thank you
That was really beautiful….I think B’s surprise even outdid the baby shower…from the letter, it sounds like T’s parents are no longer living though, is that the case? thx for the lovely update, looking forward to the next one :)
Omalley, I think that you might have outdone yourself with this chapter! It was everything you could want in a story: humour, surprise, tenderness…it was magnificent!
wow that was really nice of bette to do that for tina. :) PPS
Absolutely beautiful and so moving that I’ve completely forgotten my Maury Povich snarky comment. Thanks so much.
That was really beautiful to read. She understood Tina’s pain before she had even voiced it.. and that means something.
I loved how you put into words all that Tina has been going through while pregnant. I also loved how Bette went out made contact with Tina’s family. I can’t wait for the next post.
Wow that was the best gift ever to give to someone you love! Love this story and can’t wait for more:) PPS
wow… i’m all caught up… and i love this story… i remember how the hiccups feel… my sons had then too… so glad bette got a hold of someone from tina’s family… maybe now the rest will also want to meet with them… PPS
Simply wonderful. If I haven’t let you know by now what I think of this story, then know this: I love it. Thank you.
AMAZING! I am so glad that Bette reached out to Aunt Leslie. I look forward to learning more about Tina’s family and roots as she reconnects with her family. I love that Alice made sure there was a baby shower, it was so fun. You’ve outdone yourself once again, BRILLIANT!
That was so beautifully written you covered every one and every body. Now Tina has something for both Angie and the baby from her side of the family thanks
Ahhh…..I’m speechless. This chapter had some of everything. You covered all the bases. Thanks!
LOVELY OMALLEY, BLOODY LOVELY, PPS.
This was 4-hankie chapter. Poignant and beautiful.
I fourth the *WOW* of akalittered, beachlife and valenkat7. Really, *WOW!* I wanted to post a comment 2 chapters back but I didn’t have the time then. Well, I’m still pressed for time today, desperately trying to beat a deadline but I couldn’t resist dropping a few lines of appreciation for your very realistic, very moving, well-written Bette & Tina tale. I love this, omalley! I even went back to all your previous posts, the prequels, and I was really impressed. I rarely read a fanfic from Tina’s POV, so thank you for this! I get a kick out of reading her thoughts, her insecurities and seeing her character in all its complex, complicated, sometimes annoying but totally endearing glory. And in this story, the couple’s both very human: still working on their issues, still making amends for past mistakes, still trying to make the relationship work every freaking day. Yeah, every day’s seems a trial for them but their deep, abiding love for one another always shines through, always sees them through. Thank you for weaving this tale, omalley! Can’t wait for the next chapter. :>
Aww so sweet!