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

“Brad, sorry, I gotta go. Tell Andy what happened and I’ll call you right back. This is great news.”


I handed the phone back to Andy, forgot myself and kissed him, then let out a whoop and ran for the entry gate as fast as a man in skin-tight chaps can. Meg was waiting, her blue ribbon in her teeth as she uncinched Snazzy’s saddle.


I made the class, although I was the last one in the gate. It was hard to concentrate on riding as I could see Andy sitting in the stands still talking to Brad. Every time I went around that side of the arena, he would wave and give me the thumbs up. On the other side of the arena Meg would shout coaching instructions. I could hardly wait to find out what was going on.


When the class was over, I picked up our third place winnings. I was sure my transitions were slow; I just couldn’t maintain my concentration. I rode out of the arena to where Andy and Meg were standing.


“He’ll be here in time for football camp and conditioning,” Andy sang out.


Chapter 47