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Vignettes: Chapter 66
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“You’re right. I did. But that doesn’t mean it was all about *****.” Bette rubbed her eyes and poured herself another glass of wine, filling Dakota’s glass as well. “It’s not right to focus on the act but instead focus on what led up to it. More than just ***** occurred all those years ago.”
“But you still chose to… indulge yourself.” Zoe pointed out. “Otherwise we wouldn’t be having this conversation.”
“I never stopped loving your mom.” Bette whispered.
“Obviously.” Dakota replied. “Or you wouldn’t be here now.”
“And she obviously didn’t stop loving you.” Zoe said as she sat sideways on the lounge chair in her pajamas.
“I thought she did. And after what I did, can you blame her? I mean, I plotted and planned to sleep with another woman behind her back, deliberately pushing her away.”
“I know, we know the story, mama. You don’t need to go into details.” Zoe stopped Bette from jumping into a story to supply some sort of explanation.
“That’s good because I’m not in the mood to rehash long and old memories tonight.”
“Humor us for a bit, though. Can you explain the logistics without narrating the same old story?” Dakota asked.
Bette paused for a moment and smiled at her girls. She put her head back and closed her eyes. Taking a few deep breaths, she put herself in her daughters’ shoes and realized the importance of this conversation. If a lesson can be learned, it was of some good. And if honesty can be achieved, then her girls should hear the truth.
“Seven years is a long time to be with someone. Routines are in place and habits take over. Some good and some unhealthy. Your mom and I were happy, don’t get me wrong, but we let things stay in one place for too long. We didn’t communicate like we should’ve after a while. Monotony took over. I neglected your mom and I became wrapped up in myself… my work. I forgot why I fell in love in the first place and that’s a dangerous way to live.”
“Love conquers all?” Dakota rolled her eyes.
“Something like that.” Bette threw a pillow at Kody while Zoe giggled. “Someday you’ll understand and until then you can continue to roll your eyes. But the day you don’t, I’ll notice and be the first to call you on it.”
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so wonderful! you’re amazing.
Love this story, and the gentle way Bette has with them. Yet so firm and stern. You can feel the love for each other by the way you write them…thanks
Still reading, still loving it.
Thank you.
Well, that was quite the mother and daughter bondins session now wasn’t it?!
Bette handled it well. She was honest and candid. She accepted blame where she was responsible but didn’t let them think that it was a singular incident or person that brought down the relationship as a whole.
Understandable that Dakota would be a bit more protective of Tina, even if she doesn’t really remember her mother’s pain. I suspect that she’s also protecting her own heart. I think she has real relationship issues and she’s slowly working them out tacitly through Bette.
I was laughing though, for a moment. At the end of the difficult conversation I thought for a minute there that Bette was channeling Yoda Shane with her sage advice on lessons!
Great last few lines. Just like a parent. Dakota could have been 45 and Bette would have said she first had sex at 46. LOL.
very nice- you never disappoint.
This is a story that always rings true. Thanks for the vignettes.
What a conversation to have with your kids.. I admire Bette’s openess. I love seeing Bette and Tina as older parents. Really great chapter. Thank you for keeping this story, I have really enjoyed it.
Excellent, as always! How is it that you never seem to have an off day writing??? I’m so impressed with your talent! Thanks for sharing it in this way…it’s a beautiful story!
Fareast,
Another believable and beautiful chapter to add to a very long list.
The open and honest relationship and communication between Bette and her girls was eloquently captured by your expressive and articulate writing.
As with most good things there is a sense of simplicity that mask the wondrous way in which you weave all the characters and dialogue together.
The sting in the tail here was unexpected and hilarious. I bet that left Kody and Zoë open mouthed and in shock. Nice to see that Bette still can silence her kids.
As ever, will be waiting for your next post.
Thank you so much for continuing this amazing journey and sharing it with me.
Your Loyal Fan.
Still loving this story.Can’t wait for the girls anniversary party.There will be a party right?
26??? *snort* your writing is excellent. loved the interactions. the girls not letting her get off easily. kody a tad protective even after all this time. sweet. dayum your good. thanks.
Now that was a tough conversation and Bette handled it so well. Honesty really is the best policy, unless you’re answering that last question you left us with. Now that was a loaded question and I hope Zoe pursues it soon.
Excellent chapter. Love B with kids.
Awesome. U keep writing I’ll keep reading!
That was great. Love when you have the interaction between the kids and Bette and Tina. That had to be tough for Bette, but honesty is the best, but somehow I can just picture that OMG I’m stuck look on her face. Still cannot wait for the party
Hey fareast that was so great I’m still Love it Thank you I can’t wait to read more Please continue post soon Thanks.
lmao..Bette is a smart ass..lol..im glad she have this time to talk to her girls about the past was important to the 3 of them..great chapter as always cant wait for more