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

On the appointed day we arrived at the county building. Meg, Kathy and their spouses met us on the steps outside. It was good to have them there. We entered the building, went through the security checks, and were directed to the assigned courtroom. 


When we rounded the corner to the hallway, I was in for a shock. Gathered there was almost the entire staff of the middle school as well as several dozen students and their parents. I was overwhelmed. They cheered as I came around the corner and high-fived us as we entered the courtroom.


Chapter 20