Looking at the clock she realized she had just enough time to shower, change into some comfortable clothes, and call a cab to arrive at Bette’s just in time for dinner.

As Tina got out of the taxi she looked around at the small but quaint house. Even the house was not on the style of the Bette Porter she once knew. It was just a testament to how much she had truly changed. Ringing the door bell she waited on the front porch until the door swung open revealing a gorgeous Bette with the cutest apron around her waist.

“Hi Tina glad you could make it…right on time as usual…good to know some things never change…come in please.”

“Thank you Bette…something sure smells good in here.”

“Thanks Tina but it’s nothing fancy really…just a roast with potatoes and carrots on the side. My cooking skills did improve greatly however, I am still not talented enough to cook anything really fancy. I hope you enjoy it. I was just setting the table for dinner.

Have a seat…get comfortable. Would you like a glass of iced tea while you wait?”

“That sounds wonderful Bette. I guess I’m not use to the altitude here and seem to dehydrate quickly.”

“I would offer wine but I don’t keep anything like that in the house anymore. I guess really… I am afraid the temptation would be too great. Finally I realize what Kit must have gone through all those years ago. It is a shame I could not have been as supportative and empathic as you were to her during that time in her life.”

“Bette I am sure she understood and she forgave you a long time ago. She loves you Bette and she is your family and knew you were doing the best that you could at the time. Everyone needs family Bette and they are willing to forgive us for our short comings and mistakes because of that love.”

“I will be right back with your tea.” Turning around she went in the direction of the kitchen. A few moments later she returned with some of the best iced tea Tina had ever tasted.

“Bette this is really good tea what brand is it?” Ask Tina.