OMG, you do so much with so few words. I am in complete freaking awe!
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Thankfulness in every day blessings
And the power of life, rebirth, joy, you give Ben is a thing of beauty. You brought tears to my eyes.
“Many authors portray this time of year as bleak, a beginning of the decay that leads to the death that winter brings, a time when life and hope slowly fade away.” Ben spoke quietly, without turning to look at Michael.
to “No.” Ben wrapped his arm around Michael, pulling him close. “Every season is both a beginning and an ending. It means the end of summer, but I have a new set of memories. Another Pride, bike rides with you and Hunter, taking JR to the beach, sex under the stars. But it also means new things to look forward to. Getting to know my new students, Halloween, spending cool nights with a good book, a cup of tea, and you.”
“That sounds a lot better than death and decay,” Michael said in relief.
“I don’t look for death anymore, Michael. I have too much to look forward to, too much living to do.”