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    Sun Salutations: Chapter 24

    Story written on November 7, 2005 by greentea.
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    Lessons Learned.

    And it’s all because of you. 

     

    I love you,

    Bette

     

    After writing this, Bette felt a little lighter but a lot heavier knowing she had deeply hurt the woman she loved.  Still unable to sleep due to the intensity of her revelation, Bette reached for her phone to call Tina.


    Chapter 24 –  Lessons Learned   

    Mistakes are a fact of life. It is the response to errors that counts.   Nikki Giovanni 

    Bette sat pensively on the steps of what used to be her gallery.  The faded image of block letters once bearing her name was barely recognizable.  To the woman sitting under the spot where “The Bette Porter Gallery” sign once hung, the non-existent letters were still as clear as day.  The name alone represented purpose, passion and profit.  Bette Porter and her well known gallery embodied successunequivocally.  Successlike artbecame her and the art connoisseur wore success unashamedly well.   A tired smile found its way to her lips as the fatigued woman inhaled the crisp morning air. She slowly began consuming the beginning of another day.  She savored it, letting dawn gradually warm her before carefully swallowing the morning in its entirety.  Thoughts of a previous late night phone conversation with Tina filled her mind.  Bette had returned from the Wellness Expo in San Francisco while Tina remained there.  They were just about to hang up the phone when the chipper blonde wished her girlfriend well, “Have a good day tomorrow baby.  Remember the stillness, the quietness, the rebirth of each morning. We get to create a new day each day.  How cool is that?”

    “It’s very cool T, just like you.”  Bette had replied.

    It was no secret that Tina loved mornings.  She was always so eager to begin again, to claim her fresh start, to live another day.  Snapping back to reality, Bette wiped a solitary tear from her cheek and said aloud to no one, “I miss you this morning T”.

     

    Ever since leaving a message on Tina’s home phone and two on her cell, the bronzed insomniac had been touring her old stomping ground.   T where are you baby?  Why aren’t you answering your phone at home?  Bette pondered for a few moments before returning her attention to the present.  The striking light brown brick structure behind her was now a caf & bookstore owned by a husband and wife.  Bette thought back to her life with Ziggy and found herself repeating Bette Porter loves Jonathan Mckenzie & Jonathan Mckenzie loves Bette Porter over and over.  It was something they said daily. An affirmation spoken lovingly and with conviction.  They took turns initiating it, each saying their own name & the name of the other before waiting for the reciprocation guaranteed to solidify their bond.  Or at least it seemed.  Their saying was a salutation upon meeting, a truce while horsing around, an apology while making up, and an utterance of passion while making love.  It was their special ‘thing’ and just like their marriage, it was no more.  An unwelcome chill shook Bette’s entire body as she remembered times before the rug of her life was pulled out from under her.  

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    3. of all the damn places on earth to take a vacation she runs into the ex that never got over her, while in paradise!! dang. well it’s good to see that our bitching and moaning does not change the direction of your story sweetie. that is fine by me, because your instincts are impeccable! so as I’ve said before, do your thing baby!

    4. oh baby, i’m just too speechless to comment…bette totally f***ed up her relationship with tina…damn, i guess it was a right decision to buy xanax, at least i don’t have to run anxious circles in my lonely apartment looking for something sharp to hit my head on so the pain i feel from reading would disappear…i hope tina won’t turn back to carmen and bette will make it just in time to take that horseback riding together, maybe riding towards sunset, i mean what could be better than watching sunset with a sun goddess? nothing in my book…amazing how tina and carmen relatisnip resembled tina and bette, only i think T&B’s was better because they both were able to say I love you to each other…you know, after a grand and wonderful mix of xanax, vodka, green tea and chocolate (chocolate of course wasn’t in the mix but served as taste enhancer), i decided that i’ll stop jumping to conclusions and will enjoy the story and trust you that you’ll bring B&T together…they did need some time alone, they had it, so now it’s time to learn from mistakes…and i hope carmen keeps her hands to herself, if tina is her favorite mistake, she better stop repeating it and move on with someone else…also, was gonna tell you that reading your comments is as entertaining as the story (the poetry to one special person was beautiful) ;) anyway, i think i totally can fell the effects of the mix i made and it’s not good, i guess i put too much vodka in it…ok, i’m going to re-read you story, i think…oh, and thanks for making it all clear, helena can live with her dreams because she and bette ain’t gonna happen

    5. OMG…please let Bette get there soon. albeez..sweetie…my gin and tonic..need it after reading greenie. Greenie…I do love your story and please don’t leave us for very long..we are such addicts. ; )

    6. fergz – just hanging out. greenie has given us alot to think about hasnt she? i will get you your gin and tonic if you will give me my piece of ass (2 shots of it please and 2 cosmos) can you get me that order?

    7. Interesting development, even though I’m not liking either Bette or Tina at the moment (I mean this in a good way since you know I enjoy this story)….I’m seeing many twists and turns ahead… do we like who they’ve become in the end?

    8. Ahhh, yes, a sigh of contentment. Greentea, do you realize how much joy I get from reading your story?? Multiply the (sugar)high you get from a bag of skittles by ten! That is how truly entertained I am.Oh, and Chile was excellent. The loss of feeling was from the 14 hour flight and 7 hour train ride. But I’d do it again in a heartbeat! My friend’s parents live in Chile, so we’ll definitely go back, and this time we’re going to hop over the Andes into Argentina and check it out.

    9. So interesting to watch B&T go through their own stuff away from each other; too bad they couldn’t climb inside each other’s heads……..ah, you could probably find a way for them to do that. Didn’t expect Carmen to reappear in this context but then again, I try to not ‘expect’ anything when I read you. I told you I was along for the ride and I am. So far, it’s been pretty amazing. I just totally love the way you’re weaving this story. And the interaction between Tina and Carmen, as past lovers resolving the pain aa well as Tina’s self realizations…awesome. I do find as I read you that I would love to be sipping a martini with you, discussing the finer points of writing and life. From the looks of the other comments – I might have to wait in line. Vodka or Gin, t? Gramercy Tavern?

    11. Another great chapter. I love Tina’s approach towards everyday life- it’s such a different philosophy. You’re keeping me motivated to continue with my Yoga class!

    12. Well, Greentea, I must be honest. I am having trouble gathering my thoughts regarding this chapter. It seems pretty straight forward and I don’t think I have anything to say that I have not already said. Somehow, I was able to anticipate the resurgence of Carmen, as such I was not surprised. I think that it’s positive that Bette is being reflective and spending time alone. I hope Tina does not get caught up in the liberal vaginal gifts that Carmen wants to provide. I hope Tina reflects on her wants and needs as well prior to making her next love life move.It was pretty cool that Bette finally stood up for Tina and told Helena to lay off. Until the next chapter……

    13. Wow babe .. I have been reading some of your comments ?! Such “passion” you inspire ! I think I am reading a different story here !! lol …. I only see the subtle intricacies that keep me very interested in the emotion interplay. Always a pleasure, thank you.

    14. I have to totally agree with phantomframe – I totally love this f…… story. You continually blow my mind and I love it. And in all honesty, your words at times hit home and have truly made me stop and reevaluate things … ugh, just thanks and PLS next chapter SOOOOOON!

    17. Sorry for arriving late, greentea. My computer decided to act up. I’m really happy catching up though. :) Wow Bette really is an asshole. LOL If Carmen wants to make Tina happy, she should help Bette grovel and look good. Hehe Even though this is excruciatingly painful for both B&T, they are learning new things about themselves and each other. Hopefully they can use these things to come back together new, improved, and stronger than ever.

    20. “It was just my intention not to become so involved where I couldn’t walk away if the right woman ca…” Tina stopped mid-sentence and looked down at her lap.” Damn, that’s cold, Greentea! …back to the story…

    21. Hey Green!! As always happy to see you post love you and your writing! Hopefully Bette will get there in time to stop Carmen from praying on our so depressed sun goddess. Anyway keep up the excellent writing i will be waiting on pins and needles for your next chapter!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    22. I can honestly say that this story can evoke a multitude of strong emotions from me. I have to exhale…and try to get my heartrate under control. At every turn, outside forces are threatening this fragile, yet deeply rooted relationship. But you do this so well, so eloquently, so thoroughly….it’s always pure and thoughtful…and quite simply…A work of undeniable genius. So, thank you again, for sharing your incredible gift.

    25. baby i went to one of the most still places i can think of, comfort enough. *sigh*sweetie. tina has been trying, mind you with rose colored glasses on. but trying. bette, dear bette. you would think that when youve been that hurt you would never do that to another. silly we are at times. glad that tina didnt let bette back. she needs a dose of “what if.”who knows maybe they might understand it just might not be for them. cant believe i said that, but they have some trust issues big time. but since this is ff, bette better pull her head out, go to cabo, mark her territory and tina better keep it in her fucking pants. carmen, get that slut the hell away from my dear tina. this is me telling my angel what i really think *wink*, as requested. i heart you baby, i love your writing and the emotions it invokes in me. gets me a thinking. and its all good. *big assed smile*i was at home, when you came by with the green tea, honey. but i was brought to my knees and was unable to move, my mouth was clamped shut thinking, shes here? what is wrong with me, sweat poping out all over my body, whirlybirds in front of my eyes, needing to move or speak. but i cant speak. it was the worst possible senario. my hopes on my doorstep and me unable to do a thing???? argh!!!

    26. I like the sorta self-fulfilling prophecy and how unsettled and sick it made Tina feel for a minute there.I was JUST about to say that Tina the player got p*wnd and then this last page and the kiss with Carmen *throws arms up in exasperation and walks out* DAMMIT!!!

    27. “Here you come again. Looking better than a body has a right to” You have no idea……. I am not just a fan anymore I am now your own personal groupie ;-) So to whom and where should I address the package containing my linen thong? Now that I have succesfully altered the intent of this site I can only get rid of the sultry smirk that has made its way to my face by letting you know that your doing a great job of giving your characters soul, bringing all elements full circle, an act that many on this site fall short of doing. *shine bright*

    28. What a charming journey for all. It seems that Carman is the only one get what she wants. Bette is so lost but maybe she will find her way to Cobo Maybe???

    30. Still loving the story. I’m hurting for both B and T, but more so T. I only hope Tina doesn’t rush into anything with Carmen…even though I don’t get that vibe that she will…I’m just wary of Carmen’s hell bent interest.Bette needs to board a plane and get her little butt to Cabo and try to right her wrongs.

    31. A first class ticket to hell! Now that was really something. I guess Tina told Bette! Greenie, this story is so well thought out, so convincing, I sometimes forget that it is just fan fic. The discussions between Carmen and Tina were so damn perfect, allowing us to see exactly what Tina is going through by way of hearing what she put Carmen through. Tina has done alot of growing up in this story, I wish I could say the same for Bette. Now on to something silly; you know I’ve never had skittles? I somehow feel deprived and am wondering if I have to go buy some during lunch today. But then again I’m on a diet so perhaps I should wait. Decisions, decisons. Right now I’m feeling very discombobulated! :-) Did you run in the NYC marathon this weekend?

    33. You know what’s funny…I had sushi on my mind as well..we could meet at the place down the street that serves the greentea with berries ouh ahhh yummm..but for a long meal a more intimate setting is necessary..fondue is my favorite..the multiple courses and variety from creamy cheeses to coq au vin..apples to lobster..oh what fun I’m thinking an early dinner would be more appropriate what does beautiful think?

    35. Your saving grace is that you are so generous to us with such a multi page post;…normally we are strung along left to float aimlessly in the middle of the ocean waiting for a line…you at least give us lunch and dinner….Ok, not all is lost, Bette now has her head out of her ass and will pull out all the stops to get to cabo and soon…(can’t wait for the ass kissing when they get back together) There is no way your B/T can’t get back, even though it will be on much different terms..Ha what are the chances of Carmen being there…ha well your writing this so I guess they are good…Tina will not be able to deny her love for bette, which is about the only thing in favor of bette…God how I hate helena, ya and a dream at that…I knew it although I didn’t see the dream sequence coming..I’m still here on the edge of my seat knowing that you can take us either way….but you like us right??? and you like B/T right??? and love in mexico…hmmmm…post soon pls

    36. Glad you found time to post, I have been waiting. Tina has a right to react this way and I am glad she did not bend over backwords when Bette called. Don’t let her mess around with carmen though, that would be realy bad…Bette has some sucking up to do so she should get to it. Thanks a bunch for the post and don’t keep me waiting to long.

    38. Alright, alright…if you claim no responsibility, then I’ll have to agree that, yes, B&T must hurry along and figure things out. Wait! You’re the author…that makes you God(dess) of this little universe. Hmph… p.s. The description of how Bette consumed/savored/swallowed the morning was quite lovely. Kudos!

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