“Hi, Olivia has told me so much about you guys, its nice to finally meet you.”

“Its nice to meet you too.” I extended my hand.

“Why don’t I show you all to your room.” Bette started as she was leading them out of the kitchen.

“She means my room.” Angelica joked.

***Angelica***

Later that day.

The guests were beginning to arrive. Carmen, the girls and Shane brought their dish, Kit, Alice, Tristan and Dana brought drinks. I was waiting anxiously for Gina and her mother to arrive.

Everyone was busy doing something, setting the tables out by the pool, putting cds in the player or getting drinks ready. The doorbell rang and I rushed to open the door. On the other side was the love of my life. “Hi.” I tried to downplay her excitement on seeing Gina. I gave her a friendly kiss on the cheek, “I am so glad you’re here.”

“I’m glad you invited me.” Gina turned to her mother, “This is my mom, Hasina, mom this is Angie.”

“It’s a pleasure to meet you. Let me help you with this.” I took the dish her mother was holding and led them to the back.

“Likewise. Gina talks about you all the time. I feel like I know you already.”

“All good things though.” Gina reassured me.

“Thanks.” My face grew red and my cheeks hurt a little from smiling too much. “Um, my parents are anxious to meet you too.” I took her to meet Bette first. She was closest to the door. “Mom, this is Gina’s mom Hasina. Hasina, this is my mom Bette.”

“Hi, welcome to our home so nice you could join us.”

“Thank you for inviting me.”

Bette guided her to where Tina was, and Gina and I followed close behind. “T, baby, this is Hasina, Gina’s mom. This Tina, Annie’s other mom.” I am so glad that Bette didn’t introduce Tina as her wife. I am not ashamed, don’t get me wrong, I just don’t know Gina’s mom very well and I didn’t want to make her uncomfortable unnecessarily.

“Hasina, it so nice to meet you. You have a beautiful daughter. And we’re glad you could join us today.”