249 The effect of surprise

‘Can I ever move on with this guilt on my shoulders?’ Waylon wasn’t even aware he was clutching onto a stuffed animal when Dave walked in. They both felt awkward. What had felt so right, so natural and so familiar…

248 Venting

*****PG13***** As he listened to the running water in the shower, Dave took out his phone. His conversation with Waylon had startled him in more than one way. He had mentioned Luke’s name in his sleep! He didn’t even want…

247 In sync

*****PG13***** The bleep of the phone had been soft and short, but it had been enough to wake Waylon up. It took him a few minutes to focus, but when he recognized Dave in front of him, he closed his…

246 Getting lucky

After they devoured a part of the food and each other, both men lay together in silence. Reid on his back, his arm around Luke, his hand softy caressing his lover’s back, Luke nestled against Reid, his hand playing with…

245 Private plans

He had been planning this for weeks, not knowing the timing would be so right. After taking care of horses, dogs and kids, he had gratefully accepted the picnic basket Mrs. Graves had prepared for them, made his way back…

244 Flaming support

He was very ready to return to his bed – and Luke – but the canine obviously had other plans. She stood still, a few feet from the kitchen door, and for some reason Reid’s initial annoyance turned into watchfulness.…