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    Living Strong & Living Well – Part 3 – The Holidays

    Story written on February 27, 2014 by syd livingston.
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    Story Shortlink: https://mail.assertive-maroon-jellyfish.104-250-143-187.cpanel.site/?p=72290
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    The “Holidays” continues the story of the refined and rebellious Dr. Sydney Livingston•passionate about her causes, love and life. In this segment, the serious Syd deals with the dual loss of her career and her mysterious long-time partner. It is a time of uncertainty as Syd pursues uncharted romance waters, and a time to discover a fresh identity in the world of her new L-Word friends

     

    BETTE:  But it’s not like you had a choice.

     

    SYDNEY:  Allowing her to die implies consent.

     

    BETTE: Listen to me Syd, You did not grant permission•you just couldn’t prevent it. (concerned) We’re here to help if you need it.  You don’t have to go through this alone.

     

    SYDNEY: At the risk of being cynical as well as melancholy, in my experience people try to help and somehow I end up taking care of them instead of them taking care of me.

     

    BETTE:  Ah yes, the drama part again.  What did Hemmingway say, "I can take care of my enemies but Lord protect me from my friends."

     

    Syd does not smile at Bette’s humor but simply leans forward in her chair toward Bette.

     

    SYDNEY: It’s hard to function when your routine and belief system are shattered.

    I just don’t understand the rules anymore•how to bend them and when to break them.

     

    BETTE: You mean lesbian rules.

     

    SYDNEY: To some extent.

     

    BETTE: Like with what happened earlier with Tasha?

     

    SYDNEY: Exactly! I mean, you all consider yourself a family and in the meantime…

     

    BETTE: (Interrupting) In the meantime, you’re in a relationship with Shane, Helena is doing her damnedest to seduce you, and Tasha has a major crush on you….it’s all normal Syd•hard to understand, but perfectly normal in our world.  (playfully) Hell, Syd, if I were single•and you were on the market•I’d be flirting with you too. 

     

    SYDNEY: Flirting?

     

    BETTE: Innocently enough. I wouldn’t be looking for anything•just flirting in good faith.

     

    SYDNEY: You flatter me, but doesn’t it all seem a bit incestuous for one little family?

     

    BETTE: (chuckles) I know they say friends are the family we choose for ourselves.  But where else would you end up dating•maybe even finding your soul mate•but among friends?

     

    SYDNEY: In the heterosexual world, men and women date, they marry or they break-up.  Few remain friends in-between.

     

    BETTE:  Well perhaps that speaks volumes to how unnatural the relationships are between men and women.

     

    SYDNEY: How so?

     

    BETTE: Because with women, the basic foundation is built on friendship. I’m not certain men and women can ever truly be friends.

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    1. I saw this pop up early in the week but waited to read it over the weekend. I wasn’t disappointed. I love this character’s maturity and passion for what she believes in. I relate to her wisdom yet insecurity–I mean, who hasn’t messed a bed to pretend it was slept in? I’ve read all the Syd stories (even re-read portions of the original re: the wonderful relationship conversation with Tasha and the revealing fireplace sceen). “Holidays” shows Syd’s vulnerable side. She’s still grounded, but unfocused and searching. Nicely written–it was a pleasant New Year’s surprise–thanks!

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