When Terry and Kel Coleman run from their abusive father, they end up in Denver. The day they arrive, they meet three street kids named Rudy, Snap, and Josie. The brothers move into the trio's squat where Rudy and the others teach Terry and Kel the ins-and-outs of survival on the streets. While that happens, Terry and Rudy are drawn to each other and begin a tentative relationship.<br><br>Then Kel is almost kidnapped by a man sent by his father to bring him home. Forced to leave their squat to keep Kel safe, they turn to a local pastor for help. Thanks to the pastor, the five young people may find hope for their future -- if they can survive the present. In the process, can the budding relationship between Terry and Rudy survive, or will it be torn apart by the life they're forced to live?

Surviving

“Nope. I told George and Tom we ate so much we need to walk it off.”


“Well we did, so that’s the truth.”


Terry eyed him, knowing just from his expression that Rudy had more in mind than just hiking.If it’s what I think…his libido jumped into high gear and he prayed that no one would start worrying and come looking for them.


The forest got denser the further they were from the house. Enough so that Terry wondered if they’d be able to find their way back. He chuckled. Not that we’re actually off in the wilderness.


“I was wondering if we should have brought bread crumbs.”


“What? Oh.” Rudy laughed. “No. I know where we’re going. Well sort of.”


“Sort of? I’m not sure that fills me with confidence.”


“Trust me, we won’t get lost.” Rudy kept walking, putting his arm around Terry’s waist. A few moments later he said, “Ah ha. I knew there had to be one somewhere.”


Chapter 35