An Intimate Reunion
It was the summer of 2019 when my mother told me a bunch of her family members wanted to have a reunion, as there were plenty of her relatives that hadn't seen each other for many years. I wasn't too enthusiastic about meeting family that lived miles away from us and that we hadn't ever met, but mom insisted that we attend.
Dad had passed away five years before so those who never met him would not be getting the opportunity to do so. Mom never remarried but I know she was so lonely without Dad. Her friends are always fixing her up with different people, but nothing ever materializes. I think she prefers living alone and enjoying her solitude in spite of not having anyone to share her bed with.
My mother's great aunt had a 'plantation' as they called it in the suburbs of Atlanta and graciously volunteered to have the festivities held on her spacious grounds. There were huge tents set up and plenty of land to hold various games and activities for everyone. There was a huge barn where she had a few horses and other animals.
For weeks on end Mom lectured me about being polite and saying hello to everyone and joining in on the various events they were planning. It sounded totally boring to me. Anyway, we made the road trip from upstate New York to Atlanta and checked into the hotel that was only a few miles away from the plantation.
My mother's cousin, Angela met us in the lobby of the hotel. She brought her daughter, Megan who is around my age and her best friend, Alex to attend the reunion. Although Alex was a female, it was apparent that she was definitely gay. She had a butch look about her and dressed kind of masculine. I couldn't tell if Angela and Alex were a couple, but they were definitely comfortable with one another.
We all went to lunch together and I enjoyed getting to know Megan and Alex, and of course, my mom's cousin, Angela.
During the lunch, my mother asked a lot of pointed questions to Angela about her friend. It was so embarrassing. I think she wanted to know if they were 'together'. Angela never let on whether she was or not. Megan and I hit it off as we had a lot in common and were not thrilled over being dragged to this reunion.
Alex seemed to take a liking to my mom. I think it was because my mother was relentless with all the questions she was asking her. Alex must have thought she liked her, but knowing my mom she was just being nosey.
As we left the restaurant I took my mother aside and told her,
'Mom, why are you so interested in Alex? Stop prying into her personal business.'
'I'm just being friendly dear. Why is it an issue?'
'Well, you can tell that they are 'together', can't you?'
'No. I don't think they are.'
'Come on mom, Alex is gay. Anyone can see that!'
'Well, I know Angela isn't. I think you're wrong, but it doesn't matter. She seems lovely. I'm glad she's here and coming to the shindig tomorrow'.
'Mom, be careful what you say to her. She is going to think you are hitting on her.'
'Don't be ridiculous! Of course I'm not 'hitting' on her. How silly'.
That night we all gathered in the lobby of the hotel and made plans for the following day. Angela insisted that the adults go into the bar and have a few nightcaps before going to bed. Megan and I went up to her room to catch a movie on Netflix while the elders went to the bar.
It was extremely obvious that Alex had the hots for my mom, even though she didn't come right out and say it. I don't understand why my mom couldn't see it, but I could. I took the opportunity to pull Megan aside and flat out asked her if Alex was her mother's partner, now that her Dad was passed..
'Oh, no. They are just best friends. And incase you are wondering, Alex is gay, but she isn't with anyone right now.'
'Wow, I kind of thought that, but my mom is so naive that she doesn't even realize that Alex is hitting on her.'
'Do you want me to say something to my mom?'
'No, mom can handle herself if Alex gets brazen enough to ask her out'.
'My mom and Alex have been friends for years as they went to college together. She is like part of the family now especially since my Mom and Dad got divorced.'
'Wow, that's cool. I really do think she likes my mom though'.
'You might be right, but I'm sure Mom will not allow her to have any interest in her cousin.'
Back in the hotel lobby:
"Come on lets all enjoy that drink you promised me', Alex said as she positioned herself between the two ladies and raised her elbows for them to grab onto.
'So, how long have you known Angela?' mom asked Alex.
'We were roommates in college and kept in touch all these years'.
'Wow, Angela never mentioned you.'
'That's because Alex moved out to the coast and we were busy raising our families here in New York', Angela offered.
After ordering drinks, Alex excused herself and went to the restroom. It was Katy's opportunity to ask her cousin all about Alex and their relationship.
'So, what gives Cuz? Are you swinging the other way now?''
'Of course not! Alex has been my friend forever. Just because she is gay doesn't mean
I
am. I will admit that I did have a terrible crush on her, and we did fool around after a frat party one weekend in our senior year, but we never bring it up. She plays around a lot, never sticking to one girl. You know the type,' Angela offered.
Katy turned her gaze away from her cousin, as she was embarrassed thinking of Alex and Angela making out together.
"Wow, Does John know about your little escapade with Alex?'
'Of course not! Why would I tell him? It was only that one time, and I hardly think it counts as it was before we were married. It certainly can't compare with all the indiscretions he had while we were married!'
'I don't know Angela, now that you are divorced maybe Alex wants to get reacquainted with you.'
'I doubt that really, and besides, I don't look at her romantically. She's just a close friend'.
"What did I miss?' Alex asked as she pulled out a chair and joined the group.
'Oh, nothing much. I was just telling Katy about our college years.'
'You didn't'! Did you tell her all of it?'
Angela turned all shades of red as she sipped her Cosmo trying to hide her embarrassment.
"Yes. But I told her it doesn't count as we were both very young and not to mention very hung over at the time.'
'I think it counts, but it's all in the past now'.
Katy was enthralled with Alex. She had never had a physical relationship with another female, straight or gay. The conversation focused on a bunch of questions Katy threw out at her.
'So, when did you know you liked girls", she asked