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The New Year’s Resolution That Changed My Life!
“What happened to you Porter? Did you finally fall off your Choos?” Alice laughed at her joke as she watched her friend hobble across The Planet on crutches.
“Thanks for your compassionate concern Alice,” Bette responded dryly as she plopped into a chair with as much dignity as possible.
Alice shrugged her shoulders, giving Bette a lopsided smile. “I’m concerned; I just show it differently than most.”
Knowing Alice was right, Bette reached out gave her friend’s hand a gentle squeeze. “I know Al…thanks.”
“So….” Alice gestured for Bette to explain what had happened.
“So…” Bette responded shrugging her shoulder casually. “I made a New Year’s resolution and it changed my life.”
“A New Year’s resolu…” Alice scoffed. “Since when do you do something as pedestrian as making a New Year’s resolution?”
“Geez Al, conceited much?” Bette said, furrowing her brow. “New Year’s resolutions are anything BUT pedestrian.”
“Whatever,” Alice waved her hand dismissing the statement. “So…” she repeated, pointing at Bette’s bandaged foot. “Tell.”
“Well….” Bette started.
48 hours earlier…
Looking at the seemingly endless tasks on her ‘must do’ list, Bette felt her chest tighten. Leaning back in her leather office chair she inhaled deeply then slowly released the air in hopes it would bring at least some respite from the stress that had become a constant part of her work day.
It was the beginning of a new year, and with that came all the expectations of where she wanted to take her gallery in the next twelve months. And, along with those expectations came stress…stress that took more and more out of her with each passing year.
Bette finally threw down her pen. This is not how she wanted to live her life. When she dreamed of owning her own art gallery it was her passion for the art and the artist that excited her. And, it was her natural
strong desire to succeed that kept her working towards her goals. However, at no time did she ever think she would trade her passions and desires for this self-imposed stress. Yet, here she sat surrounded by art that was both moving and inspiring; by the work of artists she wanted to help succeed, unable to truly enjoy any of it because all she could see was the endless tasks listed out on a piece of paper.
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muggs says
naw! no way this can be the end. perhaps the “end” of a continuation of more?this is really a great story. had me smitten at bette’s really…”crappy” time away from the office. please continue. appreciate you taking the time to share with us. brava and my special multiple thumbs up to a story well told. thank you!
majicspider says
What a pleasant surprise, Sea!! Happy New Year to Bette! Keeping posting, please.
Hellbent says
Way Cool! Too cool to just shelve!
Kword75 says
God Seahurst, a post from you always is the sweetest treat!!! You never disappoint and I’m always thrilled to read you. That was perfect! Funny how even though she only appeared at the very end, Tina had the power to turn this apparently shitty day into the best journey ever… For Bette, and for us readers as well! Thank you!!!!
wkm says
Absolutely wonderful.Please post soon.
mette hartmann says
What a wonderful surprise and an absolutely hilarious post – what a way to meet…now I was wondering if an update on “Is it finally…” would be too much to ask (beg) for..?
BetteAndTinaForever says
awesome!!!!!
teegirl says
Awww…nice story. I hope there’s a continuation.
SHAZ says
Brillant as always and a blast as well
caramel4vanilla says
I was starting to think that bettes new years resolution was going yo amount to nothing then. But she met Tina
ceetime says
Loved it
azmama says
Funny, delightful and totally Seahurstian! Could you please continue? :-)
didi1956 says
You are an excellent writer.Wonderful story,thank you so much.Please continue writing.
trecelovinit says
Too cool Sea! Always a pleasure to see a story by you listed!
kins40 says
The day from hell which ends in the most perfect way! To echo others… A story continuation would be delightful… Bette will need physio, I am sure! Thank you Kx
AmandaMG says
Michele… what a nice surprise to see a story with your name on it… loved it… and what a day, but what a perfect ending… you know you could always continue and give us a few more chapters… thanks… and Happy New Year
favcouple says
Just wonderful. Absolutely wonderful. Thank you for this story. Loved every word.
Madcapper says
So cute! I hope one of your resolutions is to wright more!!
talaula says
That was so awesome!!! You and the other writers who take up the challenge, kick ass!! Thank you so much for this beautiful and funny story.
Tibetter24 says
This has got to be the cutest story I have ever read! I love your challenge responses
OneStorm1 says
bravo!
kbergin47 says
Sooo funny. Thanks!
iHeartHeart says
What, no space junk falling from the sky!?! Seahurst, this was brilliant and thanks to you I’ve attracted curious stares from everyone in the coffee shop because I can’t stop laughing out loud. I can only hope things improve for Bette from where you left off (let’s see, there’s Valentines day, St. Patty’s, Ground Hog day….). Thanks for such a fun story & brightening my day :)
ut says
Awww poor Bette what a shitty day for here but as the same time she have a good day cause she find Tina. Thanks!
jp22 says
Really enjoyable! It makes me want to start actually making sure I keep my own resolutions… you never know what could happen. Thanks! :)
ChakaSB says
Sweet meet/cute – good to see the character so open and normal :)
tibettenation1 says
Rotflmao I can see Bette face and anger as these things are happening to her…leave it to Tina to ease the pain away..nice!