Tommy Oliver was enjoying being back in ranger retirement. After the crazy year he and the rest of the Dino Thunder team had, it was nice to just live a normal life again.

After Tommy had discovered the gems, he knew had to prevent them from getting into Mesogog's hands. After he escaped the island, Tommy knew one day Mesogog would return and knew he had to develop a plan to stop him. Tommy got smart, and with Hayley's help, the two developed a plan to use the Dino gems to create a new Power Ranger team.

Tommy was more than surprised at the unlikely group of kids the gems had chosen to be rangers… the kids were from different walks of life and had to quickly learn how to work together as a team. Conner, Ethan, Kira, and Trent had grown and matured so much since becoming rangers; Tommy was so proud of them and couldn't believe that they were now going to graduate from high school.

Even after sacrificing their powers, the Dino Thunder team remained close. Tommy knew that after everything they went through, the kids were no longer just teammates to him… they were family. He loved the kids as if they were his own. Although he could live without Conner's relentless teasing sometimes!

After the prom, life slowly went back to normal. The kids had finished their college applications, and they wanted to spend the summer together before they went their separate ways. Now that Elsa returned as principal, Tommy was able to go back to a normal teaching schedule. Elsa turned out to be a decent principal, and even wrote glowing letters of recommendations for all the kids' college applications. Tommy knew the kids were nervous about their upcoming graduation, but more than excited for the next stage of their lives. He had no doubts that the kids were going to be successful in their future careers.

Even though the Dino Lab had been destroyed, the former Dino Thunder team decided to clean up and renovate the space. While they were cleaning, Conner had managed to find a few old photographs that had been scattered throughout the place. One of the photos Conner found was of a young Tommy and Kimberly together, and it was obvious to Conner that the girl was special to Tommy. Conner smirked and called out to the team, "Hey, guys, check this out. I found this old picture of Dr. O…. with a very pretty girl." Ethan laughed and said, "Oh, this I got to see", while Kira just rolled her eyes at the boys' antics, "Conner, it's probably a picture of Dr. O with one of his old ranger teammates."

Trent looked over Conner's shoulder and replied, "Oh, I don't know Kira, this looks like a picture of Dr. O with an old girlfriend." Kira grabbed the photo and quickly said, "Oh, that's not just any old girlfriend… that's the original pink ranger! I recognize her from the video diary, and she's in the original team photo that Dr. O has hidden around here somewhere. Her name is Kimberly Hart… and if I remember correctly they were a couple for several years!"

Conner said, "Wow… wonder why Dr. O didn't mention that he had a relationship with one of his former teammates? Could have saved us the headache with you two, Kira and Trent! Glad that you two finally came to your senses."

Kira blushed fiercely at Conner's comment while saying, "Shut up Conner!" and gave her boyfriend a shy smile. Trent playfully shoved Conner and commented, "Maybe Dr. O didn't want to tell us because he knew you wouldn't stop teasing him about his personal life. He went out on one date with Elsa, and you couldn't stop teasing him about that." Ethan then picked up another photo… an old photo of Tommy and Kat, clad in their Zeo ranger suits. Ethan said, "Looks like our good Dr. O had a thing for pink rangers." Tommy walked in and overheard Ethan's last comment and groaned, "Oh, no. Don't tell me you found my old photos! Ethan, hand over that photo!"

Ethan laughed mischievously and tossed the picture to Conner. Conner looked at the photo, gave Tommy a look, "Man, Dr. O, what is it with you and pink rangers? Kira, be glad that you were a yellow!" Tommy scoffed, while trying to hide the fact that he was blushing, and groaned, "Okay, okay… you guys had your fun. Now give me back my pictures… my personal life is none of your business."

Kira laughed and replied, "Someone's a little embarrassed! I think it's sweet he kept those pictures." Trent also teased, "Never knew you that you were quite the romantic Dr. O, although we should have suspected something when you went to help Ethan on his date with Cassidy."

Tommy just shook his head, hating that the kids were teasing him about his personal life, "Guys, those relationships happened a long time ago. Be respectful… those two women were also rangers. Kimberly is the longest serving female ranger, while Kat was her successor. You're looking at two of the best rangers in Ranger history."

Suddenly Tommy's phone rang, and he said, "I got to take this call… continue cleaning up, and don't take any of my old pictures." The kids laughed and went back to work, and Tommy went to the side to answer his phone.

Tommy didn't recognize the number, but he figured that it was one of his old friends calling him as he hardly gave out his number to anyone. He answered, "Hey, this is Tommy. Who's this?" Tommy almost dropped the phone when a very familiar voice came on the line, "Hey, handsome… it's been a while." Tommy knew immediately who it was since there was only one person who called him that… it was Kimberly!

A huge smile came on Tommy's face (which the kids immediately noticed) and Tommy's voice went soft as he replied, "Kimberly… man, it has been a while. How did you get my number?" He could hear Kim softly chuckle as she answered, "Let's just say an old friend gave me your number." Tommy could guess who it was that gave Kim his number, "Let me guess… it was Kat. I'm glad she did… god its great to hear your voice."

Tommy could sense that Kim must be blushing over the phone when she finally said, "Likewise, Tommy. I've missed you… and I'm sorry I haven't kept in touch with you. That was just stupid of me."

Tommy said, "Hey, part of it was my fault too. I should have talked to you after the island… we really should catch up. I'd love to see you again, and just talk. We haven't done that in years."

Kimberly said, "Actually that's why I called you. I have some time off coming up with the school year ending over here in L.A, and I was hoping to go to Reefside so I could visit you."

Tommy was smiling like a kid on Christmas Day when he heard that. He couldn't hide his excitement as he replied, "Kim, that's great. The timing is perfect for me, and I would love for you to meet Conner, Ethan, Kira, and Trent." Kim said, "I'd love to meet the kids that you mentored… but only after you and I catch up. Believe me, we have a lot to talk about without prying ears around."

Tommy let out a huge laugh, which caused the others to stare at him, "No problem… I totally agree. So, when are you coming down to Reefside?" Kimberly said, "I'm free right after the graduations here in L.A, so probably within the next two weeks. Is that okay?" Tommy said, "That's perfect… you'll actually be in town for the kids' graduation. It's on a Saturday, so why don't you come that Friday? That way we have Friday to ourselves, and Saturday for you to meet everyone."

Kim was smiling when she answered, "That sounds perfect Tommy… I'm looking forward to it." Kim then said her goodbyes, and Tommy was very excited that he was going to get to see Kim again. The kids noticed their mentor's excitement and wondered what was up.

Conner said, "Whoa, someone is happy after that phone call. Got a hot date, Dr. O?" Tommy just chuckled, "Conner, not even you can ruin my day today. I got a call from someone that I haven't seen in years."

Ethan said, "Would this friend happen to be female?" Tommy rolled his eyes at the former blue ranger while replying, "Yes, and a former ranger. I was planning on introducing her to you guys when she comes down to visit, but…"

Kira smacked Conner and Ethan, knowing that they were starting to become full-blown annoying, "Dr. O, all of us would love to meet your friend when she visits. We promise to be on our best behavior. Right, guys?" The boys quickly nodded… they were not going to pass up a chance to meet a former ranger, especially one that made their mentor smile like a love-struck teenager.

Tommy said, "Okay, good. Kimberly is coming down in two weeks… she'll be here the day before graduation, but you won't meet her until after the ceremony. I'll probably bring her to the big graduation party that Hayley is hosting."

Conner quirked an eyebrow, "Wait a second… Kimberly. As in the first pink ranger… your ex-girlfriend is coming to town! Oh, this is great…we get to meet one of Dr. O's old girlfriends!"

Tommy glared at the former red ranger and growled, "Keep it up Conner, and I won't even bring Kim to the graduation. I'll even skip the whole ceremony… and I had some nice graduation presents for all of you." Ethan then smacked Conner, "Don't ruin this buddy… I want to meet one of the original rangers and get our presents!"

Trent said, "Yeah, Dr. O has never introduced us to one of the originals… the originals are rock stars! We wouldn't have been rangers without them. Wait… why is she coming early?" Ethan grinned a cheeky smile at the former white ranger, "Trent… they probably want to just catch up without us interfering."

Tommy couldn't help his blush as he answered, "I haven't seen Kim in years… the last time I saw her didn't end on a pleasant note."

Kira let her girl side take over and let out a rather girlish squeal, "Aww... that's so sweet. I'll make sure the boys are out of your hair… and that they don't bother you and Kimberly."

Tommy said, "Thanks, Kira… I appreciate that. I trust you and Trent will behave around Kim, but Conner and Ethan… not so much."

Ethan and Conner gave Tommy an offended look, while Conner said, "Hey, that hurts… I can behave." Ethan rolled his eyes at Conner, "Yeah, right. I bet you'll tease Dr. O the moment he walks in with her. Dr. O hasn't had a date since Elsa dumped him for Trent's dad!"

Trent playfully shoved Ethan, "Hey, leave Elsa and my dad out of this." Tommy laughed at that and commented, "Shut up, Ethan. Elsa and I only went out on one date… we are just friends. Besides I think Elsa really likes Anton. I'm happy for them." Trent shuddered, "You don't have to see them acting all lovey-dovey. I even caught Elsa sneaking out of the house early in the morning one time… I really think Dad might marry Elsa one day."

Kira stifled a laugh and teased, "Yikes, that's a scary thought that Elsa might become your stepmom." Trent laughed, "I'm adopted… remember. And honestly, Elsa is actually a very nice person now that she's human again."

Conner also laughed at that, "Yeah, Elsa has changed a lot… I'm glad that we don't have to fight her anymore. She's even helping me organize a soccer camp for kids this summer… I can't wait!" Ethan said, "And she wrote us some awesome letters of recommendations… hard to believe that she was once our enemy. She's so nice that sometimes I miss the old Elsa." The kids laughed at that and decided to get back to work.

While the kids continued their cleaning and their playful bickering, Tommy's mind was still processing the thought that he was going to finally see Kimberly for the first time in years. He was nervous and excited… he hadn't felt this way in a long time. Tommy had to laugh at himself… he still felt something for his former girlfriend. Even though Kimberly had broken his heart, Tommy knew that he would always have a soft spot in his heart for the former pink ranger. Kimberly was not just his first love; she had also been one of his best friends. After the whole Turbo incident, Tommy was hoping to talk to Kimberly and just confront all the different emotions that they were feeling. But Kimberly took off after the karate tournament, and Tommy lost his chance to at least repair his friendship with her. It made him sad that they lost such a close friendship; he managed to stay friends with Kat after their breakup, and it made him wonder why he couldn't with Kimberly. Then again, Kat hadn't been the woman that Tommy had been seriously in love with for years… he had to admit that Kimberly had been one of the longest and serious relationships that he had. Now that Kim was coming down for a visit, Tommy was hopeful that he would be able to finally repair his friendship with her. He missed having her in his life, and he wasn't going to waste this golden opportunity.

Meanwhile, back in Los Angeles, Kimberly let out a sigh of relief after she hung up the phone. Tommy seemed very happy and excited to hear from her, and that made her feel hopeful. She was glad she took Kat's advice, and couldn't wait to see Tommy again. Kimberly knew that they had a lot to talk about, but she hoped that by the end of her visit with Tommy that they would finally get the closure they needed and regain their lost friendship. She was even excited to meet the rest of the Dino Thunder Team… all Kim knew for certain that this visit was going to be memorable.

I'm finally back with the sequel to "A Pink Ranger Talk"! This is just the beginning... will start writing the next part of the story very soon!

Thanks Toxic Wednesday for your constructive review! I don't mind constructive criticism like that! In fact, I think I like the flow of this chapter a whole lot better now that I did this editing!