Chapter 77

“Does it get better that this?” Tom said, as Noah snuggled up against him.

“I doubt it.”

They were awakened the next morning by sounds of laughter coming from outside. Walking out on the balcony, they could see Bobby and Chad splashing around in the pool wearing only their birthday suits.

“Want to go down there and play in the pool with your brother and Chad?”

“I’d rather go back to bed and play with you.

“Works for me.”

They were sitting at the kitchen table sipping coffee when they heard the backdoor open and close. A minute later, their companions appeared in the kitchen area, still in the process of toweling themselves dry.

“How was it?” Tom said.

“Man, that water is so cold your balls shrivel up and almost disappear,” Bobby said.

“If you guys will get dressed, we’re meeting Donny and Joe at Joey’s.”

“Joey’s?” Chad said.

“Joey’s Pancake House. You have to experience it at least once.”