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The Roommates – 2nd Dimension: Chapter 33
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The Roommates – 2nd Dimension: Chapter 33
Previously~~~~~~~~~~~~
Roberts wake was scheduled for the next evening with a funeral to follow on Saturday morning at 10.
Well, the wake starts at 6. The funeral home is doing the programs and handling the floral arrangements. All we really need to do is make sure we all have something red to wear., said Deborah.
Something red?, asked Bette.
Deborah gave a small smile. Robert always said he didnt want us sitting around wearing black and looking sad. Red was his favorite color, so he wanted us to all wear red and play his favorite jazz tunes. After the funeral on Saturday, were going to release 73 red balloons; one for each year of his life.
Thats really special, said Tina, smiling softly.
Robert was a special man., Deborah replied.
Jazz music at the church?, asked Bette.
Oh, no. Well do jazz at the funeral home. Thats where the wake will be held. Itll be from 6-8 and we get to pick whatever music and format we want. Today, we took his suit down to the funeral home with his red shirt and tie. So, well really be fulfilling his wishes., said Deborah.
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Bette shielded her eyes against the sun and smiled broadly, watching as 73 red, environmentally-friendly balloons floated up towards the sky, each carrying with it a message of love and peace and signed, Robert E. Jennings. The rapidly ascending crimson wave had the crowd of mourners captivated and there was an audible chorus of oohs and ahhs among them. As the balloons drifted away, the guests slowly made their way around the Jennings familys fenced-in backyard, eating finger foods and mingling, jazz music playing soothingly in the background.
Bette, your grandfather picked a wonderful way to be remembered. The balloons are beautiful and this reception is so nicereally relaxing., said Tina.
She and Bette were some of the last few still watching the balloons, their necks craned upwards toward the sky.
Yeah, this day hasnt been so bad. The funeral was a little sad, but Im feeling better now. Seeing him like thatin that casket.that was really hard. It was bad enough last night at the wake, but to see him this morning and then they closed the casket. GodI felt like someone was stabbing me through the heart., said Bette.
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I think Bette should go ahead and come out to her mother, because I think her mother is going to come out to her. (or something like that)
I knew I didn’t want to go to bed just yet, and now I know why! *Sigh* Just when I thought things were looking up for Janice and Bette. Hopefully they’ll come to an understanding one day. Did anyone catch Tina’s Freudian slip? I guess we’ll find out. By the way, that balloon idea is really cool! Thanks for posting two days in a row, MTS!! You have no idea how happy that makes me! :D
2 posts two days in a row……..
Yayyyy!!!!
I agree with techgal.
EEE! 2 updates in 2 days…life is good!
Keep going hun, you know how addicted I am!
Great!!!!!!! 2 days in a row so happy!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Bette should remember that she too is lying to everyone right now too. post soon
Good chapter the struggle and tension with mom is very realistic. I think mom is going to figure out what’s up with Bette and Tina. You gave us a wonderful treat with back to back post.
MTS, you are always so consistant with each chapter and your characters have so many dimensions. Did Janice not catch Tina say babe? Also, I like the fact that Bette wants the truth from her parents while she’s keeping who Tina really is a secret.
I’m loving this story! I find it interesting that Bette wants her parents to be honest with her, but she’s keeping a secret about who Tina really is.
MTS ~ thanks for making those balloons environmentally friendly ;) Oh yeah, deep stuff here…I don’t even want to guess where you’re going with this but I’ll be awaiting to find out, Lab Coat!
Since everyone else is coming clean, Bette should, too. But, I’m sure as a young adult and just being reaquainted with her mom, after so much time, I think it’s still a ways off, before the love of Bette’s life is exposed. I really love this story. More, when you can, please.
great chapter, thank you. i think bette also should come clean to her mom, she’s trying, but it seems hard, hmm? and bette’s mom didn’t catch the “babe?” it will sink in sooner or later i imagine, wow, 2 posts, 2 days :) see you soon hopefully!
You are simply amazing!! I just read the last 2 chapters and I am in awe…I am a little scared of you though, my name is Vivian and I am a Real Estate Broker..you were close! LOL
You amaze me. Totally AWESOME as usual. Still loving it so post soon kiddo.
wow great chapter..Janice didn’t even notice tina called bette babe…….THANKS.POST SOON
It’s understandable for Bette to be frustrated by all the lies that are not/should not be necessary, whether it be about her mother’s affair, her father’s affair, or her own sexuality and relationship with Tina. I really hope things work out for B&T.
One thing, though. The focus on Tina’s red shirt… are B&T going to come back with switched shirts and Janice will say, “Bette, I like that shirt, it’s just like Tina’s… wait…” lol just a thought that crossed my mind. And like some of the other readers, I didn’t pick up on the significance of Tina calling Bette “babe,” but that might just be because I often use endearments when talking to my friends. Either way that she interprets it, I hope the Janice/Bette relationship eventually reaches some solid, common ground.
Great job, please post more asap!!
K
Wonderful two chapters. I feel bad for BEtte, all that can’t be easy. Can’t wait for more. Love it.
She missed Tina’s ‘babe’? I think maybe it didn’t click right away but it will soon.
wow! another chapter and I have my birthday not till Monday. thanks! :)_
I think Bette will come out to her mom as “payback”…lol Great chapter
OMG! This is Another sad Story Come on Bette give you’re MOM A Big HUG and Kiss you know that she is the only ONE MOM that you have Bette WHOA! MTS it’s getting intense for Bette and her MOM Thanks for posted again I’m love it Please continue.
Friday, morning coffee and MTS – this should be the new definition of bliss!
Um, why are Janice’s eyes focusing on Tina’s eyes again? Dubious… lol
i agree with techgal. with all the shit that has hit the fan whats a ittle coming out. i love this story and the way you write it. 2 in a row , yes. post soon.
yay! an update from MTS! loved it. well, one thing at a time… mom issue is pretty heavy without the coming out to be piled on top of it. looking forward to the next one.
Hmmm, interesting chapter. It’s only a matter of time before Bette comes out. Great chapter!
Good chapter. This is just to much for Bette and she just need sometime alone and of couse Tina there with her by herside to help her. Post soon, thanks!