Chapter 4

The morning sun streamed through the blinds of Bette and Tina’s bedroom windows. It already appeared to be a beautiful day – and it was just beginning. Today, it was Tina’s turn to watch Bette while she slept. Though the scars left by Bette’s infidelity were still healing, Tina couldn’t help but feel lucky to be with the most beautiful woman in L.A.. She remembered the first time they met – Bette was stunning -the sight of her took Tina’s breath away. And now, even after all these years – the sight of Bette, even the thought of her, could make Tina breathless. She loved everything about her – her eyes, her lips, her hair, her beautiful body. Tina also loved Bette’s wit, her charm, her determination and her intelligence. But boy did she need to work on those cooking skills. Tina chuckled to herself. She also loved the way Bette was changing. With the help of a good therapist, Bette had been able to strike up a better balance in her life. She had gone back to work – but now she always found time for Tina. Late nights at work were now the exception rather than the rule.Tina knew that she was the priority in Bette’s life. Tina really felt loved – treasured. Her love for Bette had grown – if that was even possible.

Tina continued to study Bette. Her eyes scanned her body. She was the closest thing to perfection that Tina had ever seen. Tina continued to take in the sight in front of her. Today was the day – she was ready to give all of herself to Bette. Although she could never forget what had happened, she found a certain level of comfort in forgiveness. She had forgiven her some time ago – but hadn’t felt ready to take that next step. She was ready now – and there was no doubt about that.

Tina reached over to Bette and took her hand. She leaned in and kissed it. Those hands – so strong , so gentle, so beautiful. Bette opened her eyes. She saw Tina and said “Hey, good morning sweetie – how’s my favorite girl ?”

“I’m great Baby. How’d you sleep?”

“Good – I had a dream about you.” Bette grinned.

“That’s sweet.” Tina grinned at Bette. “So…how was I?”

They both laughed.

Just then, their CD player that was set to wake them up – turned on. They snuggled with each other as the music played.

Lately you’ve been restless
I confess that I’ve neglected you
Somehow in the scheme of things
We’ve had far too much to do
I want to get to know you all over again
So why don’t we slip away
On a Lover’s Holiday

Baby, let’s unravel
We don’t even have to travel far
My tropical paradise
Is anywhere you are
I want to get to know you all over again
So why don’t we slip away
On a Lover’s Holiday

When we’re alone in our own secret world
I am your woman and your little girl
We’ll live for noone else, just us two
With you loving me and me loving you, oh

Baby I’m excited
Noone else is invited to this place
Let’s quietly disappear and
Leave without a trace
I’m gonna get to know you all over again
Why don’t we slip away
On a Lover’s Holiday
Come on let’s slip away
On a Lover’s Holiday
Baby, let’s slip away
On a Lover’s Holiday
We’ve got to slip away

“Hey Bette?”
“Yeah sweetie…what is it?”
Tina looked at Bette – she looked serious. “Remember how you asked me to let you know when I was ready to make love with you?”
Bette looked back at Tina intently “Yeah Baby… I remember.”She waited for Tina to continue.
“I’m ready Babe. I’m ready to give my entire being to you.”
Bette pulled Tina in for a kiss. “You have no idea how much I love hearing that. I love you.” Bette placed a quick kiss on Tina’s forehead. “It needs to be special…so special…I want it to be just right.”
It’ll be just right Baby.” Tina smiled at Bette.
“Do you want to go out tonight…or something? I mean we could do that or we could stay home. Whatever you want.”
Tina paused before answering. “I think – I’d like to stay home – you know – just us. I could make dinner and then we could…”
Bette smiled. “We could what?” Bette winked a ***** wink at Tina.
“We could just relax and take our time. We wouldn’t have to think about anyone else…or anything else. Just you and me Babe. I want it to be just you and me.”
Bette replied ” Ok – just you and me. Tina you’ve made me so happy. I’ve missed you so much.”
Tina looked at Bette with desire in her eyes – “And Baby…tonight…I’m a virgin – just like when we met.”
“God Tina – what you do to me… Yes, tonight you’re a virgin – I’ll take care of you. I’ll always take care of you.”

Hours later – after a very romantic dinner, Bette took Tina’s hand and lead her to their bedroom.
Bette pulled Tina toward her and pressed her body up against hers. She looked at Tina – and in a playful tone said “Have we been properly introduced? I’m Bette Porter…And you are?”
Tina smiled back at Bette – she absolutely adored her playful side – “Ah, I’m Tina Kennard – nice to meet you Ms. Porter.”
Bette stared at Tina. “Nice to meet you Ms. Kennard…has anyone ever told you that you’re incredibly *****?”
Tina giggled. “Well, there was this gorgeous Museum Director who once said that my ***** was…”
Bette cut Tina off with a passionate kiss. “Well Ms. Kennard – perhaps I know who this Museum Director is… I’d like to go kick HER *****!”
“I don’t think you know her.”
“Well Ms. Kennard, rumor has it that you’ve never been with a woman before – a beautiful woman like you? Could that possibly be the case?”
“It’s true.. I guess I’ve been waiting for the right woman. Perhaps that woman is you?”
“Oh, Ms. Kennard, I think that may be true. I’m here to make love to you – with you. Would you mind terribly if I kissed you again?”
“No, that would be…” Bette put her hands on either side of Tina’s face and gently kissed her lips. She gazed into her eyes and then she kissed her again…”My God Ms. Kennard, I think I’m hopelessly in love with you.”

At that moment Bette grabbed hold of Tina’s shirt and lifted it over her head. She let it drop to the floor. She kissed Tina again – very softly on the lips…then she kissed her eyes, her nose, her forehead. She took time to make sure that Tina felt love, nothing but love, in every kiss. She was determined not to rush through their love making – she wanted it to last for ever – maybe longer.

The floor was soon littered with all of their clothes.

“Now, Ms. Kennard, in order for this to be the best possible experience for you, I need you to do something for me.”
“Is that a fact Ms. Porter…and what exactly might that be?”
“I need you to lay on the bed, on your stomach, and I need you to relax.”
With that said, Tina did what Bette asked. She was perfectly at ease.
Bette got into bed next to Tina. She pressed her naked body up against Tina’s side. She gently ran her hands up and down Tina’s back. She made sure to move slowly. She kissed Tina softly on the back of her neck. “I love you.” She moved down slightly and kissed her again. “I love you.” She showered Tina with kisses and “I love you’s”. She kissed what seemed to Tina to be every inch of her.

Bette motioned for Tina to roll over. Still next to her on the bed, Bette studied her lover. She whispered “You are absolutely perfect…just look at you. I am so in love with you.”
With that, Bette slid her body on top of Tina’s. Her tongue slid through Tina’s lips. They settled into a comfortable, passionate, deep kiss. Bette moved her mouth down to Tina’s *****. She kissed her nipples softly – pulling each one into her mouth and teasing it with her tongue. Tina moaned with every kiss. Bette kissed her way down Tina’s body, continuing to move slowly. Bette also moaned with every kiss she placed on Tina’s milky white skin.

Bette positioned herself between Tina’s legs – gently spreading them apart. Such beauty before her – it was like the petals of a rose opening up – just for her – inviting her to savor it’s sweet scent. As Bette continued to move down Tina’s body, she made a concious effort to barely brush against Tina’s wetness. She also made sure she exhaled her warm breath as she passed over it. She knew this would drive Tina crazy – it did. Tina let out a gasp and her body trembled.

Bette worked her way down Tina’s legs and then back up again. This time she spread Tina apart and gently kissed her – allowing her tongue to carressTina’s now erect *****.

Bette was having a difficult time maintaining her composure – making love to Tina was driving her as crazy as it was Tina. She began working her way back up Tina’s body, making sure that this time her erect nipple moved across Tina’s drenched *****.

“Oh God – Bette!” Tina cried out. She craved more – she needed to look into Bette’s eyes. She needed to see the woman who was giving her such intense pleasure.

Bette moved up Tina’s body – looked her in the eyes and kissed her – more passionately than ever before.

Bette placed her body between Tina’s legs – spreading her own wetness and making sure that her ***** was touching Tina’s.

“Bette, please, please…”Tina whispered. They both moaned with every thrust Bette made against Tina. Again, Bette moved slowly. Tina closed her eyes.

“Tina, please look at me.” Bette pleaded. “Tina, I need you to look at me – to keep looking at me. I need you to ***** with me. Now Baby…NOW!” Never losing eye contact, they both trembled, their fingers clasped together, both crying out with their release.

They both began to cry. At that moment – they both knew what happened. There was no need to ask about – or explain the tears. In that single moment when their love, their pleasure, their release all came together – there was no doubt – as they continued to look deeply into each others eyes – feeling the intensity of their love – that they saw into each others souls – and at that very moment – their souls reconnected.

As the two lovers cuddled together – feeling safe in each others arms, they listened to the song playing on their stereo.

The day I stop loving you
Will be the day the world stops turning
The day I stop loving you
Will be the end of time
But the saddest day I’ll ever see
Is the day you stop loving me
The day I stop needing you
Will be the day that I stop breathing
The day I stop needing you
The sun won’t rise
But the darkest day there’ll ever be
Is the day you stop needing me

There’ll never come a time
When I ever change my mind
Can’t imagine a life without your love
You’re forever in my soul
I’m never letting go
I will always be by your side
The day I stop wanting you
Will be the day my heart stops beating
The day I stop wanting you
The stars won’t shine
But the saddest day there’ll ever be
Is the day you stop wanting me

Can’t imagine a life without your love
You’re forever in my soul
I’m never letting go
I will always be by your side
No, I’ll never, never, never say goodbye

The day I stop loving you
Will be the day the world stops turning
The day I stop loving you
Will be the end of time
But the saddest day I’ll ever see
Is the day you stop
Please don’t ever stop loving me

“We’ll always be together – right Baby?” asked Tina.
“Yes Tina, always – always.”
Tina added – “And you’ll always love me – right?”
“That’s right, always – always.”
“”I love you Ms. Porter.” Tina said with a smile.
“And I adore you, Ms. Kennard.” Bette added – with a wink.