“Yes…yes they are Kit. I never realized how important it was to have support through this process and I am sorry I was not a better sister to you during your time of need.”

“Bette you stop right there. We can only have help if we are willing to accept it and from what I remember from that time in my life, I was not very willing to accept help from anyone including you. So no apology necessary…I love you Bette. I wish I could see you…I miss you.”

Tina walked into the kitchen and tapped Bette on the shoulder motioning for the phone.

“Merry Christmas Kit. Thank you for the wonderful gift you sent Angelica. I don’t know where you found such lovely winter accessories in LA but she loves them and can’t wait to wear them outside.”

“Kit…Angelica is off school for the next two weeks and I am off work a few more days as well. Bette has a couple of days left until she has to return to Denver why don’t you fly down here and spend the rest of the holiday with us. I know its short notice but we would all love to see you.”

“Oh thank you Tina. Are you sure you and Bette wouldn’t mind?”

“Kit I think it is just what we all need this year. Please say you will come. I know Bette and I have not kept in contact with the gang or you but that did not mean that we stopped caring about each of you. And besides it’s time Angelica met her Aunt Kit don’t ya think?”

“I sure do Tina…thank you. I will book my flight and call you back with the information. I can catch a cab from the airport.”

“Nonsense Kit, Bette or I will pick you up. One of us will be waiting when your plane lands. Merry Christmas.” She said with a small chuckle before handing the phone back to a speechless Bette.

“Kit I look forward to seeing you too…remember call as soon as you know something. I love you. Bye Kit.”

Tina knew that inviting Kit had taken Bette by surprise but she also knew it was time for both of them to lay the ghosts of the past aside and what better time to do that than the holidays. When Bette hung up the phone she walked to the coffee pot and poured her self another cup of coffee sitting down at the table she took Tina’s hand and pulled her into a chair.