From the age of three, Tim Bailey wanted to marry Tom Watkins. Many changes occurred during their formative years, but Tim’s love for Tom remained rock solid. Even when Tom temporarily broke up with him to date girls, Tim never stopped loving Tom. Because his father walking out on his family, Tim doesn’t trust easily. His friend Tom’s bisexuality makes him uneasy. Tom is a popular high school football player who can have anyone he wants, boy or girl. So why would he choose nerdy Tim? The fact Tom won’t come out at school further feeds Tim’s insecurities and suspicions. Tom has always felt the pressure from his dad and his friends to be the typical jock. This means hiding the gay side of his bisexuality and only acknowledging Tim in private. Tom has promised once they’re at college in New York, he and Tim will be able to live openly as a loving gay couple. Tim just needs to be patient. Things come to a dramatic head at an event everyone has been waiting for, their end of year graduation party. Many truths are revealed, old scores are settled, and everyone’s lives are changed. Can Tom keep his promise to always love and protect Tim, or will previous lies and secrets kill off what has been growing between the boys for fifteen years?

What We've Been Waiting For

Seasons was very busy, as usual. Carla sat waiting as Tim arrived and he was grateful for not having to wait for a table. Walking up to her, he saw her appeal as she smiled when she noticed him. He could see a part of Bill in her, and knew her mother had to have been simply beautiful. Carla got up and greeted Tim with a kiss on the cheek. Tim actually thought Tom might have been right.


Carla ordered a steak and mashed potatoes, avocado and feta salad, and a side of onion rings. Tim wondered how she kept her figure with those eating habits. He opted for the avocado salad and OJ. Carla was rather intelligent. He didn’t know why that surprised him, but it did.


“Look, Tim, I’m sorry about this morning, yeah? I know Charlie is your friend, but he just gets under my skin.”


“I hear you, Carla. I’m not in the least excusing his actions, but just know that that kid has a lot of issues, and underneath the over the top exterior lays a good heart.”


Chapter 12