A freak snowstorm seemed like the perfect bonding experience. Anyone watching Oliver and Wyatt McKinsey from a distance would have thought the two men were having a great time throwing snowballs and building a snowman. The casual observer would never guess that, as a shooting star streaks across the sky, both men wish for a way out of their failing marriage.<br><br>Fortunately for them, a disaffected, chain-smoking elf hiding from her Christmas duties decides to give them what they really want. From the last of their good intentions and a little Christmas magic, she creates Cole -- a living, breathing embodiment of what Oliver and Wyatt once loved about each other.<br><br>Can Cole’s intense feelings for both Oliver and Wyatt help reawaken a love they think is gone? Is there a place for Cole in their marriage before time runs out and the spell is broken forever?

Snowman of My Dreams

Their morning continued in amiable routine, and when Wyatt came home midday to pick up Cole, it was a surprise to both of them that time had passed so quickly. Oliver tried to keep himself busy for the rest of the day, but he was restless. He felt like he wanted to climb the walls or pull his skin off. He could not get Wyatt or Cole out of his mind. He could not wait until they could all be together again.


When they finally returned, Oliver was waiting for them at the door. They settled in and discussed the day. After dinner, they all three sat on the couch and began watching a movie. They all laughed and heckled the screen. The feeling of being alive and present and surrounded by such great conversation and companionship was intoxicating to Oliver and he hated it when Wyatt insisted it was late and time for bed.


Chapter 26