Chapter 90

Bette and Tina had fallen asleep in Tina’s hospital bed – Bette’s arms wrapped around Tina protectively. Bette woke to find Tina trembling.

“Hey…you ok Sweetie?” Bette was concerned.

“I’m just really cold….freezing.” Tina’s teeth chattered as she spoke.

Bette pulled another blanket, that had been on the night table, onto the bed. She covered Tina with it. “Maybe that’ll help T…..how long have you felt like this?”

“I don’t know – I just woke up feeling really cold that’s all. I guess this happens sometimes – I read about it somewhere – I don’t remember where. It’s normal I guess. I’m just so cold. *****!” Tina snuggled closer to Bette.

“T?”

“Yeah Babe?”

“Taylor and Dylan are really beautiful….did I happen to mention that to you before? They’re really beautiful.” Bette held Tina close to her.

“Yeah… they are aren’t they? You know, Dylan looks alot like you Bette – he’s got your features. He just looks like you…and I’ve seen your baby pictures….he’s going to be so handsome when he grows up.”

“T…I can’t believe Taylor actually has blonde hair…I hope she keeps it. She’s my little T now – you know? Everytime I look at her – I’m going to see you. She’s adorable….We have two beautiful babies Sweetie. They are just plain awesome. I love you so much for doing this for us. I couldn’t have done it…I’m not as strong as you are…We really have our family – a real family….”

“Yes we do….Bette – thank you again for being so wonderful through labor and delivery. I really appreciate your patience with me. I know I was a ….”

“A *****?” Bette grinned.

“Yeah…a …*****!” Tina smiled – memories of the last several hours flooded her mind. “How is your hand anyway?”

Bette brought her hand up from under the covers and held it in front of the two of them. “Yikes! Look at all the pretty colors!” Bette giggled.

“Oh my God Baby – I’m so sorry I hurt you – look at that….wow.” Tina grabbed Bette’s hand and brought it to her lips. She gently kissed it. She whispered. “I’m so sorry Baby….really sorry…”

“I think it’s just really bruised…that’s all…..I’ll be fine Tina. So – what’s next in the New Adventures of the Porter- Kennard Clan?”

“Well…hmmm…let’s see. Oh yeah! The next thing is going to be breast feeding….you should enjoy that Babe…”

“Very funny Kennard – it’s not like I’m the one who has to learn how to do it or anything.” Bette regretted saying those words the moment they sprang from her lips!

“Ah…NO…I don’t think you need to learn anything when it comes to that subject…you’ve studied hard – I’d say you probably have the equivalent of a PhD – at least!”

“Funny girl! So tell me – how do you decide who to do first?”

“Hmmmm- I guess who ever screams the loudest gets to go first. Don’t get any ideas – your screaming doesn’t count!” Tina smiled.

“Funny AGAIN Kennard! You know – hmmmmm – are you going to pick on me all day today?”

“Maybe!”

At just that moment a nurse came into the room with Dylan and Taylor. They were both sound asleep. Bette took Taylor and cradled her in her arms. Tina took Dylan and did the same.

Bette smiled and kissed Taylors’s forehead. “My God – she looks like an angel – doesn’t she? She is so gorgeous – my little T.” Bette kissed Taylor again.

Tina watched Bette and smiled warmly at her. Could this possibly be the same woman who pitched the doll she was supposed to be diapering -across the room – like a football?
All she saw – the only expression on Bette’s face was one of pure love.

“Bette…look….Dylan is waking up……hey Dylan…” Dylan started to cry. “Oh God – now is when I’m supposed to know what to do – right Bette?”

“Gee Tina – I don’t know. I guess you could see if he needs a new diaper – or is he hungry? You could try the BOOB thing!” Bette raised her eyebrow and smiled.

“I’m sure you’d enjoy that wouldn’t you?”

“I don’t know – it’s not like I have any claim to the goods anymore! Pure ‘fun’ will now become purely ‘fun’ctional!”

“Bette – if you were closer to me and you weren’t holding Taylor – I’d smack you right now!”

“Ah ha – my new defense system – I must always remember to be holding a baby – it will save me from sustaining further brain damage at the hands of one Tina Porter-Kennard!”

“Say that again Bette”

“What?”

“My name – say my name again.”

“What? Tina Porter-Kennard?”

“Yes! I love the sound of that – Bette Porter-Kennard!”

Tina got up with Dylan and put him on the changing table. Bette walked up next to her. Tina opened Dylan’s diaper. “Nope – doesn’t need a new diaper!”

“Hey Tina – I was thinking – maybe we should have Dylan circumcised.”

“Are you serious – are you changing your mind again? Bette – you really need to make up your mind. You do know that once it’s done – it’s a done deal – right?”

“No ***** Sherlock! I’m not as dumb as my girlfriend tells everyone I am! Ahhhh- that would be wife I guess!”

“Bette – if we’re going to do it – we need to do it soon – like TODAY or tomorrow. So what will it be???”

Oh God – I dont know. The other boys he does stuff with when hes older probably will be – I really think we should do it.

Tina let out a heavy sigh. Now youre SURE – RIGHT?

Yes – lets just get it over with.

Ok – Ill tell the nurse next time shes here.

Dylan continued to cry. I wonder what he wants. Tina looked puzzled.

Im telling you Ttry the boob thing!

So eloquently put Bette! The boob thing! Tina decided there was no time like the present. She got back into bed and positioned Dylan at her breast. Ok Dylan – have at it! Dylan latched on right away. That was easy! Look at him – hes really going to town.

Thats my boy!!! Bette giggled and smiled at the two of them together. Her expression became very soft. Tears welled in her eyes. Tina noticed.

Whats wrong Baby?

Nothingnothing. This is the most beautiful sight Ive ever seen. Bette walked over to Tina and Dylan. She stroked Dylans head and leaned down and kissed himthen she kissed Tinas breastand finally kissed Tina passionately. Just so beautiful T.so beautiful..

Dylan soon fell asleep. Bette and Tina exchanged babies.

Look at that – shes got it too. Amazing! Tina was very pleased that both of them caught on so easily. Well – they have been hanging out with YOU for the last nine months Bette!

Thats my girl!!! Bette was quite pleased with Taylors sucking ability! She was overtaken by emotion again. She kissed Taylor gentlyran her fingers over Tinas breast and then kissed Tina. Equally beautiful T.

They both take after their MAMA with their sucking skills. Tina smiled at Bette. Kiss me again Bette – I miss you!

Bette kissed Tina on the lipsa kiss that left both of them breathless. I love you T.

I love you too Baby!

Hey – I spoke to Alice. The gang is coming up later to meet Dylan and Taylor. Are you up to it Sweetie?

Sure! I want to show them off!!!! Tina smiled.
TBC