David's brother arrived today, from New York City. My first impression of him is that he really does care about David. I almost cried when I saw them hug each other for a long time. They held each other for a long time. It was like watching years of anger and pain melt away right before our eyes. I pulled Chaz away to the kitchen and let them have their moment in private. I am so happy for David. He finally has a real connection you know?

They joined us a few minutes later where proper introductions were made. Selene bounced in a few minutes later. David's brother Craig was told by their aunt that David had moved to New York City. David moved into New York for about a month a year and a half ago. Apparently his parents thought that he had stayed there.

We were having a good conversation when Selene asks the million dollar question. She asked him why he didnt stick up for David when his parents threw him out. I remember that night. It was junior year of high school. David called me at one in the morning. I found him freezing in a corner near a liquor store. Poor david had a shiner on his face. We took him in until his aunt called looking for him. David's aunt died, a few months after she took him in.

David's brother told us how guilty he still feels about that. He says that he doesn't know why he didnt do anything. He told us that he didnt tell his parents that he too was gay until he had moved away. They had searched for David for months until his sister found him here.

I am glad for David.

GREEN