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

“Steve is an old friend from my past life,” I said with emphasis on the last two words, hoping Andy would realize nothing had happened and nothing was in the works.


Steve was on a roll, though. “What are you into, Andy? This old queen insists you guys are monogamous.”


“Uh, we are.” Andy still looked confused.


“Well, how would you feel about a three-way, just for the hell of it?”


“Steve, shut up!” I was on my feet.


“Hey, let the man speak for himself. Maybe he would be into something like that. What about it, Mr. Barnes?”


“Oh, excuse me.” Steve made a little bow. “Dr. Barnes.”


“I never had, um, had one. I wouldn’t know.”


“Shit, only one way to find out. Ask ol’ Davey here. Three-ways were pretty hot, weren’t they?”


“Steve, all this is way out of line. Please, just shut up, sit down and sober up.”


We sat down—but Steve didn’t let up.


“So, if you ain’t into three-ways, what are you into? Details, I want details!” He laughed.


Chapter 28