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

“Well then, ubetchim, Little Beaver,” I replied using the name of the cowboy in question’s Indian sidekick. 


We pulled on our sweatpants and went to the phone in the kitchen. I speed-dialed Mike’s number. After two rings there was an answer.


“Hello, John,” I said to my son’s partner. “How are you?”


We talked for a few minutes about this and that. All the while my heart was beating faster and faster. I was anxious to get to the nub of my call. Andy sat nearby, looking at me expectantly.


Finally John said, “I’ll get Mike for you. Nice talking to you, Dad.”


Mike came on the line. “Hi, father of mine. What’s goin’ on?”


After we talked about the upcoming holiday and the arrangements Meg was making, I said, “Mike, I have something important to discuss with you and I need some advice.”


Chapter 10