"Michael Stein has been with Chris Bolster -- his Mr. Muscles -- for over a year. His dream man come to life, Michael is happy enough with their relationship. Except he and Chris only see each other once a month due to Chris's busy schedule, and Michael misses him desperately when he’s away. And now, with Christmas right around the corner, Michael is pouting. Unofficially.
Early on Christmas Eve morning, Chris informs Michael via Skype that he might not make it home in time for the holiday. As if that isn’t bad enough, Chris teases him with a special surprise he’ll be bringing with him. Not knowing what’s coming, Michael prepares for the holiday and hopes for the best.
When Chris manages to make it home on December 25th with the Best. Gift. Ever!, Michael knows this Christmas Day will be one to remember, for always."
Five Months After We Met Chris and I are at the Pride festival in Piedmont Park. We are surrounded by groups of like-minded people here to celebrate our joy in being ourselves. The parade has just ended, and we enthuse over the drag floats. “I’ve done drag before,” Chris proclaims as we walk along Tenth Street, navigating the crowd in search of food. My mouth drops open. “Really? When? Was this in London?” I pester him with questions until we are finally seated at a table in Fresh To Order after placing our orders with the cashier. We’re both starving and thirsty. It is a hot day for October. “It was in college. A friend dared me, and I did it. I had a blast and ended up with a weekly gig. I was Chrissy English.” I laugh. “I would have killed to see this. You should do it again.” Chr