Tina was beyond melting at this point, ready to do anything and everything Bette asked. She had never been so touched, or seen her wife be so romantic.

We have one more stop to make, Bette told her, pulling her along again to follow what Tina had come to think of as the red-brick road of roses. This last path ended by the pool in the backyard. Bette led Tina over to a lounge chair and sat down beside her. She leaned back and put her arm around Tina.

Tina snuggled into Bettes neck with a happy sigh, gazing upward at the star-filled sky. Now, Bette said, breaking the silence. Watch.

They both watched in silence for a moment before they saw a shooting star streak across the sky. Howd you know that was coming? Tina asked in wonder.

I didnt, admitted Bette. I just got lucky.

They continued to lay there quietly, watching the stars, as Bette pointed to different constellations and stars and explained their names and meanings. Tina was amazed at this side of Bette, who was so knowledgeable about astronomy. Of course, she didnt know that Ivan, who happened to be an astronomy buff, had just taught Bette all of this earlier.

Bette cleared her throat, pointing to another smaller star in the corner of the sky. You see that star? I dont know what it is, but Im going to name it. Im calling it Tina. Thats your star, baby.

Tina snuggled her face into Bettes shoulder. When did you get so cheesy and romantic, Bette?

Bette laughed. Well, I had a little help, mainly from Alice. Its been an interesting day.

The two stood to go inside. Bette glanced behind her at the pool and stopped, grabbing Tinas arm to keep her from going in. Ive got a better idea, she said, beginning to unbutton her blouse.

Tinas jaw dropped as she watched Bette strip her clothes off quickly. What are you doing?

Bette smiled. Im learning to be spontaneous! she shouted, running naked toward the pool and doing a cannonball in deep end, splashing water onto the deck and onto Tina, as well.