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Prodigal Chapter 15
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You have to treat Bette just as you do Dans wife, Tina said, simply. If thats not possible, were done talking.
Im sorry if you misunderstood me, Tina, but that was what I meant, Rose said recognizing that miscommunication was going to be a constant problem between herself and her daughters. She also knew that while she may be traditional, she found it difficult to understand why her husband seemed to believe this precluded Tinas chosen life. She had always felt thart way. But disagreeing with Jackson Kennard was something she simply did not do. There was a first time for everything.
Really? Tina asked, hardly willing to believe it. Her tears began to flow again. She looked at Caroline who smiled and shrugged.
Rose Kennard took a deep breath. Yes, really, Tina.” She knew there was only one way to convince Tina that she accepted her relationship with Bette. “I know this is strange, but she trailed off, gathering her courage, can I speak with Bette? I assume she is there with you.
The look of surprise registered on Tinas face. Slowly, Tina turned to Bette. She wants to talk to you.
Pinch me, Dan, Carrie said, and Dan pinched her. Ok, were awake, right?
I think we might be sharing the same hallucination. Ive heard that can happen, Danny suggested.
Well, Jesus, give me the phone, Bette said, reaching for it. Reluctantly, Tina handed it over. Hello, Mrs. Kennard.
Hello, Bette, Rose Kennard said, composing herself admirably. May I call you Bette?
Yes, of course, Bette responded. So far so good.
And please call me Rose. Bette, I feel that I should apologize to you. This is an inappropriate way for me to meet my daughters Rose didnt know what to call her. Im sorry, Bette, but should I call you Tinas wife?
If you would like, um, if Tina were introducing me she would probably call me her partner, Bette offered, trying to make this easier.
Ok, then, I shouldnt be meeting my daughters partner over the phone, eight years after they committed to each other. I know that. Im very sorry that it took me so long. And, if you would want to, of course, I would like to invite you to my home for dinner. The calmness of Tinas mothers voice concealed the fact that she hadnt been this nervous in years.
Bette was clearly taken aback by the offer. Rose, I dont know what to say.
Say that I can meet you properly, Rose said, sounding very much like her daughter when she was trying to convince Bette to do something that scared her.
Ok, I would love to.
Well, then thats settled. May I speak to my daughter again, Bette? Rose sounded much more confident now.
Of course, Bette said, about to hand the phone over.
Bette, Rose said, stopping her. Thank you for everything. I look forward to meeting you.
Youre welcome, and I look forward to it too, she said and handed the phone over to an expectant Tina.
Mom? Tina asked immediately.
Come home, baby, Rose Kennard said simply.
Now? Tina asked. There was still so much she needed to tell her mother, so much they needed to talk about. She didnt even know about Angelica.
Not now, but as soon as you can. I want to meet your partner, Rose said, employing her new vocabulary.
Tina laughed and dabbed her face with the tissue. What about dad?
Rose sighed. Hes a problem. I agree, but your sister has started something of a cabal against his family leadership apparently.
Yeah, Carrie has been busy, Tina observed, looking at her sister.
Tina, I know we still have a great deal to discuss and to catch up on. May I call you tonight? Rose asked uncertainly.
Yes, mom, I would like that, Tina whispered. She gave her mother her home telephone number.
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Hey :D , Amazing chapter :D
I love ur story . I can’t wait to read what happens next .
I loved the phone convo between Tina and her mom and I can’t wait fot them to actually meet in person !! :D
Hey , Bette is Tina’s wife and Tina is Bette’s wife :D
keep up the gr8 work and pls pls post soooooon !! do not stop pls keep writing ! :)
Gazillion stars to u all the way !! :D
Thanx :)
The Rose has bloomed!
Great!!!!!!! leaving me hanging not right!!!!!!!!!!!!! post soon
wow, great story can’t wait to read more, write soon
loved it-can’t wait for the next post
Very nice! Please continue, and soon.
wow..post soooon!!!!
Post soon, like… lets see… NOW,. Please, love it, 5 stars for you :)
i love this.. another great chapter… i’m so glad rose finally said …the hell with him i want my daughter back… please continue… love carrie too
Still loving this story, thanks for the phone call with Tina’s mom.
:D Oh my…that was just great! How Tina and Rose’s conversation went was so…truthful and touching. And how Rose wanted to apologize and speak to Bette. Rose is going to make sure that she won’t lose Tina again…Jackson is going to see and feel the strength of a Mother’s love for her child. I don’t think Rose is going to let him dominant her and tell her what is going to be — she’s going to stand up to him for Tina. Can’t wait…please continue posting.
This is so very good. You have done the best job of this type of story line by far.
First comes the partner, then the baby. I’m surprised Angelica hasn’t made her presence known yet, crying or cooing loud enough to be heard over the phone.
That’s gonna be one intense conversation when Rose calls their home.
I’m loving this story!
BTW – not only is North Carolina-born Tina with a woman, she’s with a biracial (read that as Black) woman. And she has a biracial baby.
Talk about giving it to them with both barrels! Oh boy!
Icame to your story late, but I have caught up on all of the chapters, LOOOOVE IT. My only disappointment is that Carrie and Danny did not take any pictures of Tina, Bette and Anglica. I would think that Carrie would want some pictures of Angie and Bette and Tina to carry with her and Bette and Tina would want some pictures of Anglica and her borther and sister. Give them something for the scrapbook. I love ind that is developing between Carrie and Bette, and that Carie and Dan were both thken by her beauty. Please post again soon. Oh the more Kennards and Porter’s involved the worse Helena’s chances look.
Well, I also discovered your story lately – but as I immediately felt fully “catched” by it today, I very quickly made up all the past chapters with a true and growning joy !
Thank you for such an excellent story, about an especially moving subject so much people can relate with, and for very engaging new characters like Caroline. I also agree with an other comment : the wonderful chemistry between her and her amazing “sister-in-law” is something quite delightful indeed !
And from now, I’ll faithfully wait for your updates. Thanks a lot again !
That was really great writing. Loved it as usual.
I can’t wait for the reunion.
This was a very humbling and sweet chapter. I can imagine how Tina is feeling right about now. Keep up the good work.
Really great chapter – if only all estranged parents could do this:( I agree with Techgal, cant wait for the baby & bi-racial thing – more drama;-)
Oh damn this is awesome and surprise for all of them. I can’t wait to see what’s next, please post soon, thansk! Great chapter!