“Bette, thank you.  It’s beautiful.”

Bette picked Tina up and spun her around and nearly shouted, “You…are…so…….welcome!!!”

The women laughed loudly until Bette put Tina down, gave her one more kiss and said.

“Alright go relax outside.  I have to get to work.”

Tina grabbed Bette’s hand and pulled her with her while she spoke. “Oh yeah, I almost forgot, I have to show you where we’ll be dining.  Come on.”

Tina pulled Bette around a corner which led to a set of stairs leading down.  She led them down the stairs and into an amazingly open room, with floor to ceiling windows on 3 sides.  The room was both a living room and an entertainment room.  It opened to a beautiful lanai that was fenced on 2 sides with only the ocean and sand for a view.

“Tina, my goodness.  This is spectacular.”

“I can’t believe I didn’t show you this.  It’s practically where I live.  Hey look there’s even a small kitchen area with a fridge.  We can just bring everything down here.”

Bette smiled at Tina grabbed her hand and they ran back upstairs.

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Bette set about preparing their dinner for grilling and setting up a tray of Margaritas.  Tina set about preparing the atmosphere.  She turned the grill on. Put towels and suits by the hot tub.  Set the table with Bette’s paper plates, candles and flowers.  Put some classic Jazz and Blues CDs in the player and turned on the outdoor speakers.

Tina came up behind Bette and wrapped her arms around her waist and leaned in for a hug.  Bette responded by leaning into the hug and sighing.

“Oh Tina, that feels so nice.  Are you ready.”

Tina responded with a chuckle.  “Oh yeah, Porter, I think I am definitely ready.  You?”

This time Bette was left speechless as Tina released her grip and grabbed the tray of drinks.  She turned and saw Bette’s stunned expression and smiled.

“You coming?”

Bette continued to stare at the blonde and muttered under her breathe.  “Just about Kinnard.  Just about.”  And then she stammered.  “Um, Yeah, um…I’m right behind you.”

Bette had gotten to work at the grill while Tina poured the drinks and sat beside her keeping her company.   They chatted and laughed while they waited for their clams to steam.