“I know, I’m just so worried. A blood clot is serious.” Joanne says.

“Yes, it is. But after tomorrow, it will be a thing of the past. Tina will be just fine. It’s a standard procedure.” Bette says, trying to calm the mother in-law down a little. “I won’t let anything happen Mrs. Kennard, I promise you that.” Bette says.

“Okay, will you call us after the surgery tomorrow? Let us know how it went?” Joanne asks.

“Off course.” Bette replies.

“Thank you. And Christina, we’ll be praying for you.” Joanne says.

“I know you will mom.” Tina says and grins at Bette. “Look, we just ordered dinner, it’s coming soon, so we need to go.” Tina says.

“Okay, we love you Christina.” Joanne says.

“Love you too mom, say hi to Mikey and Megan for me.” Tina says.

“We will. Bye.” They say and then hangs up.

Just then the doorbell goes off.

“She’s just worried.” Bette says as she leans in and kisses Tina’s cheek.

“I know. I would be too, if it were my child.” Tina replies.

Bette stands up and walks out of the room to get the food. She pays the man and then brings it back into the living room so they cool eat.

“Drinks? What do you want?” Bette asks.

“Coke.” Tina replies.

Moments later Bette’s back beside Tina.

“How’s school?  Bette asks.

“It’s good, the Dean has been really helpful, with everything, and he’s adjusted our schedule so we can catch up again.” Tina says.

“Yeah, I remember you told me that, so it’s working out then, that’s good.” Bette says and smiles.

“It is.” Tina replies.

“I heard something on the radio yesterday. About the explosion. That they maybe have found the guys who did it.” Bette says carefully, not to upset Tina.

“They have? Who?” Tina asks.

“I had a hard time believing it at first, but it’s some high school students who’s been watching a little too much TV.” Bette says.

“High school kids?” Tina asks, not quite believing it either.

“Yeah.” Bette says. She sees Tina, get teary. “Sorry, I shouldn’t have brought it up.” Bette says as she pulls Tina into a hug.

“It’s okay, I would’ve heard it sooner or later so, it’s okay.” Tina says and give Bette a little brave smile. They both lean in and give each other a kiss. “Change subject?” Tina suggested with a smile.