Its a lonely world, but if you have a chance to spend it with someone special, dont ever let go.

What about you? Dana asked.

I let go a long time ago and havent found anyone who I want to hold on to again. Bette gave a wry smile, and Dana sighed. Who is she?

What do you mean?

Someone is obviously under your skin. Who?

Dana looked at Bette, trying to decide if she was being serious. You mean you dont know?

Judging by the clueless look on Bettes face, Dana covered her mouth before letting out a loud laugh. What? Bette asked, frustrated.

Its Alice, Bette. Dana said as she blushed slightly.

Alice? Bette choked on her words while Dana nodded. How? When?

I cant believe Al never told you.

But youre not together now? Bette raised an eyebrow.

No. Dana replied firmly. I dont think its meant to be. After six years of off and on, I think it might finally be over.

Was is passionate? Bette asked grinning, knowing Dana used to be so uncomfortable and inexperienced when it came to talking about *****.

Dana grinned, arching an eyebrow. Let me tell you a story.

***

Alice and Dana had been shopping all afternoon under the LA sun, casually walking from store to store, looking in all the windows. Dana was shopping for gifts to register at her and Tonyas wedding and Alice tagged along, bored with her Saturday. They had talked weeks before about spending less time together due to their mutual attraction and had stayed apart successfully for a while. No problems arose since then and they both thought whatever had plagued them before was finally cured, though neither would admit something deep inside still nagged. Somewhere along the way, their gift shopping ended up in clothes shopping, much to the delight of Alice.

Try this on. Alice said as she handed Dana a funky retro shirt.

This? Dana asked, scrunching up her face. Why?

Because you need to vary your style a little bit. Try something new. Alice rolled her eyes.