David Bennett is a widower. He had a wonderful relationship with his wife, but now she's gone. He decides he's done with relationships -- he has no sex drive and no interest in life in general. Andy Barnes is a homeless man who often stands at the end of an exit ramp begging for help. For some unfathomable reason, David is always tempted to pick him up on his way home. One wretched night in December, fate intervenes and David finds himself bringing the man home and into his life. Much to his surprise, he begins to fall in love with this down and out young man. As love returns, David realizes he does have a reason to go on with life after all. Over the next few years, the two face life as a partnered gay couple with humor and courage. Each year brings with it happiness, tragedy, joy, and sorrow; the stuff life is made of. Along the way, the love the two share for each other helps them to overcome all obstacles and face all challenges.

David and Andrew Book 1: One Night in December

“Come on,” I gestured to Annie and Jake. They ignored me, content to stay and guard their buddy. “Come now,” I mouthed and gave a hand signal. 


Reluctantly they jumped down. Andy turned on his side away from me, denying me the joy of imagining what lay beneath the covers. 


The dogs and I went downstairs and out on the deck. I was shirtless but was wearing slippers and a pair of boxers. Immediately I broke out in goose bumps and headed back inside while the dogs slipped and slid all over the ice rink we now had for a backyard. When they’d had enough and came in, I fed them, then took my morning vitamins and medications before heading for the basement to do my normal workout. 


Chapter 5