Just like Helena had promised at 4pm she was at Lenoras to pick up Alice. Helena always made it a point to always do whatever she promised Alice. She had found out through many late night conversations with Alice that people keeping their word to her was not something she was accustomed too, and therefore Helena decided that she would never be one of those people when it came to Alice. So even if she had to end a meeting early or put off doing something till later. She never stood up Alice or made her wait.

As Alice entered the car Helena could tell that Alices mood wasnt quite what it had been that morning. So sweetheart did you have a good visit with Lenora? Alice for her part was feeling guilty for spending the day with Dana. Even though all they did was talk and visit with her mom. For some reason Alice felt like she had some how let Helena down.

She did enjoy her day with her old friend, it had been a long time since she laughed and goofed around like she did today. But that was how it always was when it came to Dana, she always had fun.

Alice feeling like hiding things from Helena was wrong decided to go ahead and tell her about Dana. I had a good visit with mom. A couple more weeks and she should be able to get around on her own. Helena I think you need to know that Dana was there most of the day. She stopped by to bring breakfast for mom and we spent the day visiting.

Helena could feel her heart drop to her stomach. I see, did your mother invite her or did she drop by on her own?

Alice could feel Helenas insecurity about the whole situation starting to come up. I think a little of both. Helena my mother doesnt know you and she has known Dana since shortly after I got out of collage. I think she is having a hard time with the changes that have taken place in the last year. You have to remember she wasnt there for my break down, she so really didnt see how deep into depression I went. But you did, only you. Im going to be with you no matter what my mother or Dana try. And Dana understands we are only friends. But I going to be honest with you I miss Dana, but if you dont want us to be friends Ill never see her again. I will not do to you what was done to me ever. I really do love you and I would not hurt you in that way.