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Chapter 21 – TROUBLE
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Mrs. Kennard was immediately placed on a treatment regimen that supported her body on several fronts. Specific medications – immunosuppressive medicines and corticosteroids, were prescribed to combat the disease. A special diet was given to boost energy and assist her immune system as well. Physical therapy was prescribed as well in that Gina was experiencing difficulties joint stiffness and in getting around. Her walking was unbalanced and she experienced a great deal of inflammation in her joints and extremities. More medications were given for that issue too. Gina also saw a psychiatrist on a regular basis to counteract her depression and feelings of worthlessness.
Tina had her hands full with her mother’s care while working full time and taking over the running of their family household. She completely took over the finances and paying all the bills. Ashley helped as much as she could and often went directly home after classes instead of staying on campus in her dorm room. This afforded Tina at least a small window of time to spend on her own personal tasks as well as connect with Bette on the phone or a video call.
Tina felt bad though about that because she often woke Bette up with the time zone difference. But the brunette never complained. Both women just happy to bond, even if it was just over the phone.
But after the official diagnosis and at her wits end, Tina had asked Bette to review her mother’s medical case and history to verify the specialist’s findings. Upon careful review and her own series of tests that were conducted at the Porter Laboratory in Philadelphia, Bette came to the same conclusion. She also agreed on Gina’s treatment program and encouraged the Kennard’s to take advantage of any recommendations the Porter Laboratory might offer.
Turned out that Gina’s recovery took longer than expected and she wasn’t able to work whatsoever. She actually had to take a leave of absence since all her accrued time off, vacation time and disability time had all been used up previously. Gina was forced to go on a federal disability program and that caused an additional strain on the Kennard household’s financial situation. Medical expenses were high and only added to Tina’s acute worries about her mother.
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Can’t wait to read what happens next!
Looks like Tina’s gonna freak out about seeing Bette!
TK does have a few moments of frayed nerves.
Hope you enjoy.
It seems to me that Bette and Tina have lasted a lot longer then I thought they would. Its been at 3 or 4 years of being together of sorts. That kind of long distance relationship is really difficult particularly when your are in the beginnings of a career and your family obligations are on the increase. By you previous chapters, Bette too will have her own family obligations to bear which will make more demands on her time. And I can certainly see that the stress of a long distance relationship could become simply too much to bear for either of them. So the question becomes – to continue until something resolves itself or give up your own personal dreams, obligations and projects and go be with the other or stop the mayhem and take a break. And in every scenario, either Bette or Tina or both will not be happy. And thing is, to truly have a workable resolution, they need to discuss all the options and agree upon the path forward. My guess is: that will not happen. One or the other will in the emotion of the moment simply call it quits. That will bring us to today…
Thanks for the update… look forward to Bette and Tina meeting at the convention…
Hiya Martha,
Thanks for the thoughtful comment. Lots to consider, discuss, plan & hope for. That’s not at all easy to do when the person you want to plan with is 3,000 miles away.
Lots ‘could’ happen, and I’ve already got it all planned out & some of it written. So, the crisis will be real & life altering for them both & will affect many others as well.
So, enjoy the ride & the calm before things get heated.
Thanks for taking the time to read & comment.
Much appreciated.
Keep well.
I am also looking forward to them seeing each other and see where it leads.
Hey Cathy,
That scene is a few chapters away, but it will be very impactful.
Thanks for following along & supporting the novel.
Tibette rules!!
Hola he esperado con ansias este capítulo pero estoy muy triste porque son muy poquitas páginas y quiero leer más y más de tu historia espero con ansias el siguiente capítulo el reencuentro de bette y tina
Hi Escorpion,
Hola, gracias por tu comentario.
Este capítulo era en realidad mucho más largo, pero lo separé en dos capítulos. Publicaré el próximo capítulo en una semana más o menos. Será rápido ya que sé que mucha gente lo está esperando.
Gracias por seguir leyendo y seguirnos.
¡¡Atentamente!!
Hey Collins,
How are you doing my friend?
My life has been crazy, lost a dear friend two weeks ago .
Good to see a new chapter!
They lasted longer than I expected, long distance relationships are very hard to keep going however much you are loving each other.
Seems that maybe Bette is going to be the one who breaks it up.
Don’t like Tina’s attitude, seeing Bette after such a long time, needing desperately Bette’s help to help her sister and she is all going to act so casually and cool like it’s a business issue? Maybe it’s the right approach but i don’t know…
Bette’s illness, staying in the hospital for two weeks, doctors not finding the cause? Maybe she did work to hard and pushed her body to the limits. It was sweet to see Tina taking care of her.
Look forward to read the next chapter.
Hey Pal,
Sorry to hear about your friend. That’s tough stuff. My condolences.
I hope your life gets back to normal soon.
So, the chapter. As I’ve mentioned to others, this was originally a longer chapter that got shortened because of the subject matter & my little cliffhanger.
The next chapter won’t take so long to post since it’s already written & edited.
I would advise not to be too hard on Tina, she’s a mess emotionally & thinks that being professional will allow her to get through this evening & seeing Bette after all these years.
But that’s all to come very soon. Hope you like it when it’s posted.
Bette’s illness – lots of unanswered questions & will we get to experience it some time again down the line???
Thanks for your support & do take care.
Chat soon.
Okay, I read it through and so many things going on – are they going to make it long term? Hmm.
And those two items in the velvet pouch, betcha they’re going to be Tibette’s rings. But how did Tina get them both?
And the 3 inch ‘fuck me heels – oh wow. Bette will go wild with that visual. Tina’s legs are just as lovely as Bette’s.
Oh, and I loved this – Think, I’ll show the lovely doctor just what’s she’s been missing all these years.’ Go get her Tina!!
I take it that illness Bette had is a fore shadow of something else to come??? Problems or another medical scare?
Well done, Collins. Keeping us on our toes and guessing!
Have a great weekend and thanks for the update.
Hey,
Glad you got the time to read the chapter.
I know – still more questions. But that makes it interesting & you want to come back for those answers!
You can guess what’s in that velvet bag – but how Tina got them is the question that needs to be answered. And, she still has them after all these years. True love!
I’m not a high heel gal, but when I read that the character has on 4 or 5 inch heels, I wonder how in the hell can they walk??? 3 inches for me is good & still sexy too. I did like that.
I’m sure Bette will be thinking about all she’s missed these last years & wanting to kick herself. But that’s all still to come.
I don’t think Bette’s illness was for nothing & I didn’t add it for a one & done. Soooooo…… Irons in the fire for later.
Thanks for your thoughts & happy you liked it.
Have a great weekend.
Oh, believe that I will be coming back for those answers every time.
This is a great story with lots of meat and issues to contemplate.
You are too funny about the high heels – but point taken. The description was great.
So, irons in the fire for later. Sounds like a sure thing.
Can’t wait for more!
Yes, irons in the fire, so be prepared.
Thank s for your encouragement!!
Damn, are they gonna make it? They need to talk to one another and quick.
Not looking good for Tina’s mom. Tina’s got a lot going on and she sure needs Bette to lean on.
Thanks for the update.
Tibette is always endgame!! Don’t fear. But it will be a rocky road to get there.
Next chapter will deal with Bettte & her choices.
Stay cool!
TK is going to knock BP’s socks off when they meet back up. Wow.
Can definitely feel their angst and doubts.
Anxious for what comes next.
I will do my best to make their first meeting after all this time a very good one. Hopefully you will all like & enjoy.
They have a lot tyo talk about, if they have the courage to discuss it.
Thanks for staying with the story.
I would imagine that the difference between in distance and time zones makes it hard for Tina and Bette to maintain a cohesive environment that they can talk easily and about all things. Their primary longing for each other probably takes president over other topics frequently.
I am looking forward to their reunion, no matter how it will play out. Just love them together.
Thanks
Hey Erin,
With the physical distance between them – that has heightened the emotional & mental hurdles they have to endure & confront every day. Relationships are hard enough to maintain with equality for both parties, but add in the distance, personal & professional demands & that places increased pressure on each person.
Reunion coming up!!
Hope you’ll like it.
Like the others that have commented, I’m super curious as to why they broke up, but can see the beginnings of some of the possible reasons. Too much distance, too much family drama for both Bette and Tina. Lack of communication – but that always seems to be their biggest problem in so many stories.
I love the fact that you get inside their heads and make us see what is motivating or not motivating them. Love it all.
Looking forward to how the rest of the remainder of the works out.
Hey Leigh,
Thanks for taking the time to read this update.
I try to dig deep into their thought process as I think it gives them more depth of character instead of the just always saying things. Makes it more interesting for the reader.
We’re getting to the meat of the story & will soon have their reunion & the start of the next phase of their relationship.
Be prepared for drama ahead!!
Love this chapter. Especially the beginning. For sure Tina is a mess preparing to see Bette again after all that time. The low cut dress highlighting all of Tina’s assets plus the 3 inch fuck me heels – she will definitely make a good impression…
What will happen?? I think maybe Bette suggests Tina moves to the UK, Tina doesn’t like that option or that Bette even suggested it leading to more trouble between them – maybe they end up taking a break that leads to them breaking up?? Ah, the drama and the angst. Can’t wait to see how it all unfolds. Such a great story, Collins.
My favorite line – “Years ago, Tina had promised her mother before Gina had died that she would always look after Ashley. She would be her protector if she needed one and her lifeline always. The blonde would do whatever necessary to keep that solemn promise.”
Hey Westy,
FINALLY got your comment posted!! YAY!!
Thank you so much for your efforts to write on this site. Sometimes, comments do get dropped or won’t post – but we got it fixed – that’s what counts.
I was thinking of you when I wrote the bit about TK & how she vowed to always be there for her sister. As I’ve mentioned to you before, I’ve never had a ‘real’ sister – just 3 wonderful brothers instead. But I’ve written TK’ & Ashey’s relationship in a manner in which I think sisters would act & behave in real life.
Yes, you’re correct in lots of drama & angst ahead for our heroines. Some heartache too. But what’s a little drama.
Thanks again for your thoughts & best regards.
Another great chapter. Especially the beginning. For sure Tina is a mess preparing to see Bette again after all that time. The low cut dress highlighting Tina’s assets plus the 3 inch fuck me heels – she will definitely make a good impression on Bette…
What will happen?? I think maybe Bette suggests Tina moves to the UK, Tina doesn’t like that option or that Bette even suggested it leading to more trouble between them. Maybe they take a break that leads to them breaking up?? Ah, the drama and the angst. Can’t wait to see how it all unfolds. Such a great story, Collins.
My favorite lines – “Years ago, Tina had promised her mother before Gina had died that she would always look after Ashley. She would be her protector if she needed one and her lifeline always. The blonde would do whatever necessary to keep that solemn promise.”
Ah, we are getting to the heart of the matter !
Long distance relationship is certainly a difficult situation but I believe there is more to it…I hope Helena doesn’t have a hand in their break up !
We also know that Bette is still suffering the consequences of her illness contracted in China because at the beginning of the story James tells her about it.
I think that Tina is right to take her future meeting with Bette as a business because if she is too emotional, she will lose all her means to express herself correctly, the goal being to find a solution for her sister.
Drama drama drama ! Can’t wait to know more, Don’t be too long please.
Hey Izzie,
As they say, we are getting to the heart of the situation.
Keep that nugget of info about Bette’s recent illness close by – it will come back into play down the line.
We’ll see how professional Tina is able to stay when she meets with Bette & if she can keep those emotions in check.
Yes, yes, yes lots of drama coming up. Get ready!!