I think I do, but I also think you need to not only say it out loud, but to hear the words.

She cheated on me. I begin to shake, the tears flowing freely.

How did that make you feel? What a stupid question.

How the ***** do you think it made me feel, I exclaim, lashing out at Dan for Bettes misdeed. Im sorry, I didnt mean to yell at youits justI havent really seen Bette since I found out, so I havent spoken about it.

What do you mean you havent really seen her? Tell me about when you found outand what youve been doing since then.

Well, it started last Friday night. At the Provocations opening.I was looking around for Bette and saw her in the corner, speaking to Candace, I begin.

Candace?

The other woman. Anyway, from the way they were talking, it was obvious that something was going on. So I decided to confront Bette at home. She apologizedcan you believe that? I look up from the floor. She said she was sorryas if that makes up for what she did.

Then what happened?

I was so angryI just wanted to hurt herto make her feel the way I was feeling.

Tina, did you do something to hurt Bette, my drift back to the floor.

I just started swinginglike I was trying to hit her.

And did you?

No, she grabbed me and threw me on the bed. I close my eyes and begin rocking back and forth.

Tina? I hear my name. Tina? Tell me what happened next.

I open my eyes, staring at the lint once again. She was so strong.

Tina, did Bette do something to you?

I finally got her off methen I held her arms downand I bit her, I thinkIm not really sure. Then wewe made love, nothat wasnt lovewe had sexwe were both so angry.

What did you do after thissex act?

I got dressed and went to my friend Alices place. Now Alice has upset me. I have to find someplace else to stay.

So youve been staying with her all week?

Uh, yeah.