“I know, but never adoption. That is a much bigger step.” Bette says.

“Yeah, I know. Martin still wanted to be a part of his life, but he’s giving the parental rights over to us.” Tina says. She looks into the webcam and glances over to the screen to see Bette think. “I don’t want to see Evan in a foster home. He already loves it here. He and Angelica is like brother and sister already. And I’ve fallen in love with him too.” Tina adds.

“I have too. He’s such a good boy.” Bette agrees.

“So, are we doing it? Adopting him, give him a family, a home, a permanent home?” Tina asks.

“Yes. I’m all for it. I know we can provide for him, give him what he needs. Love him.” Bette says.

“Yeah. But babe? Are you okay with Martin being in our life now? He wanted to be a part of Evan’s life. He wants  Evan to know his father.” Tina says.

“I like Martin. He’s a good man. I just didn’t like him with you. It’s a difference.” Bette says and smiles.

Tina smiles too, she likes that Bette shows her jealousy once in a while.

Okay, so we’re doing this? I can fax you the papers, so you can read through them too before we sign them. And if you agree with it all, you sign them and send them back.” Tina says.

“Yes, just fax them over tomorrow, I’ll give you a fax number. I don’t have that yet.” Bette says.

“Okay, I’ll wait until tomorrow then.” Tina says and smiles.

“So, did you get to buy them some new clothes?” Bette asks.

“Yeah, we got to shop a little. They got to pick out one item for themselves, Angel picked out a cute pink dress. She’ll look cute in that.” Tina says and smiles.

“I’m sure she will. She looks cute in anything.” Bette replies. “What did Evan get?” Bette asks.

“Well, that was kind if heartbreaking. He looked at some clothes but then he stopped and asked me if he had to get clothes. And then he says that hi mom had gotten him some crayons, but he hadn’t seen them since she left. And he wondered if maybe she had taken them with her. I almost cried there.” Tina says and looks sad.

“Oh babe.” Bette says.

“He looks so fragile when he talks about his mother. He so hopes that she will walk through the door at any time.” Tina says.

“Yeah, I know how that feels like. I feel sorry for him. She was the only solid thing he had in his life. But hopefully we’re able to bring a little stability to his life from now on.” Bette says.

“Yeah, I hope so… I bought the crayons for him as you know. Maybe he’ll be an artist later on.” Tina says and smiles at Bette.

“Yeah.” Bette says.

“Oh it’s late for you there isn’t it?” Tina suddenly asks.

“Yeah it is. I guess I’m 8 hours ahead of you. So, it’s nighttime here.” Bette says and chuckles.

“Oh I totally forgot, I’m sorry babe, you must be tired.” Tina says.

“Well, I’m still on American time, but I guess I have to switch to this time zone sooner rather than later.” Bette says.

“Yeah. Well I’ll let you get to bed then. Maybe I’ll get to clean a little around here before going to bed myself.” Tina says.

“Yeah. Are you going to work tomorrow?” Bette asks.

“Yes, I am. I’ve got Evan into the day care for the next month for a small fee. So I don’t have to think about bringing him to work or getting a babysitter.” Tina says.

“Oh that’s good T.” Bette says.

“Yeah. I want you to Pm me or something tomorrow when you wake up. I guess I’ll be at work then, but I’ll have my msn on and the Skype on at work.” Tina says.

“Okay, I will. I’m gonna miss you so much during the nights. Not being able to hold you.” Bette says.

“I know, I will too. But before you know it, I’ll be there.” Tina says.

“Yeah, I hope so. I love you.” Bette says.

“I love you too. Sweet dreams babe. We’ll talk tomorrow.” Tina says right before she kisses the webcam. This makes Bette chuckle. But she does the same.

“Love you, sleep tight.” They both say as they hang up.