Tina noticed the far away look in Shanes eyes.  The girl had it bad, so did Alice, why cant they see it?  So? Tonight are we all going to meet up at Milk?  Tina threw her arm over Bettes shoulder pulling her in for a light peck.  I mean if youre up for it Babe, and not too tired.

Jeez you guys get a room!  Alice tossed her arms up in mock frustration, but her face displayed a real smile.  She loved seeing Bette and Tinas relationship; it was beautiful and charming and gave her hope. 

Bette turned and shot Alice a wicked look.  Ill go.  It will be fun and I want to take my girl out dancing.  Bette snuggled herself into Tina letting her essence envelop her, she breathed in the smell of her wife.

So ***** cute!  Shane once again found her self grinning.  She took a bite out of her muffin and leaned back into her chair.  She had gotten the results of her GED back and still hadnt told the girls about it.  She promised Bette that she would tell everyone if she passed, so she decided to go ahead and get it over with.  She thought about waiting till tonight, but Bette was so excited about it.  Well I have some news too. 

Turning her head toward Shane, Bette grinned and nodded at her, knowing what Shanes new was.  She was so proud of the hard work Shane had put in and was feeling a bit of pride for being able to help.  She watched Shane pause to make sure she had the entire groups attention.  Bette noticed the nervousness in the dark haired woman, and gripped her hand to give it an encouraging squeeze. 

Shane looked at Bette gratefully and continued her statement Look the reason Bette and I have been having lunch everyday is because she was helping me study for my GEDand today I got my results  Shane grinned at Bette I totally kicked its *****!  You are looking at a high school graduate!

The table erupted in applause and laughter.  Alice and Tinas face displayed a little shock, but they were too proud to let it linger.  They all took turns hugging Shane and congratulating her.  Shanes face was bright and happy, her life was just falling into step and she felt like the luckiest person in the world.