Date: Mon, 9 Aug 2010 07:52:52 -0700
From: Justanother Author <hermesauthor@gmail.com>
Subject: Speedo Boys 22

Here's the next installment of this story.  I hope you enjoy it.

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                               Speedo Boys
                       Chapter 22 -- Father and Son


From Last time:

The CPS Contingent left without a word as the others were in high spirits.
Mr. Averill approached. "As your advocate, Cole, it's my job to make sure
you're being properly treated.  Mr. Johnson, when would be a convenient
time for me to come visit with you and your son?"

The sheer magnitude of hearing it for the first time hit Matt.  Cole was
now his son.  His heart swelled.  "Mr. Averill, please call me Matt.  You
are welcome at any time, day or night.  Here's a card with my home and
cellular numbers on it. Cole doesn't have a cellular, but by the time we
get home he will have.  I will get you his number as soon as he has it."
He turned to Cole, "So, shall we go home, Son?"

Cole laughed and said, "Is it okay if Devon comes over for a sleepover,
Daddy?"

Everyone assembled laughed uproariously.  The next six months were going to
be interesting.

Chapter 22, Father and Son.

Matt started to leave but Cole turned, looking at the boy he was so in love
with. He turned to Matt, "Can't Devon come with us?"  Matt looked at his
son and was about to say something when Devon interrupted.

"Baby, I'm so very happy about how this has turned out, but you need some
time alone with your new dad.  My being there would not be right.  If it's
okay, I'll come over later and if both your dad and my mom say it's okay,
I'll spend the night."

Both Donna and Matt were very proud of Devon. That had to have taken a lot
for him to come to that decision on his own.  He was right and everyone
present knew he was right.  Cole leaped at his boyfriend taking him into a
very tight embrace, he whispered into Devon's ear, "Thanks.  I love you,
and we'll see you tonight."  He kissed Devon and released him, took Matt's
hand and they left the courtroom.

Meanwhile, Arthur had requested an audience with Judge Feiner.  He entered
her chambers and found her watching the events in the courtroom on her
closed circuit camera, dabbing her eyes with a tissue.  She saw Arthur
enter and said, "Arthur, I must admit, I was wrong about you.  You are a
sentimental old fool."

"Michelle, I must admit, I was wrong about you as well.  I am happy you saw
the side of this I was trying to present.  Justice for that boy was served
today and I am forever in your debt." Arthur Phelps said humbly.

They talked some smalltalk and Arthur said smiling, "You realize you have
created precedent here."

"As I believe I should have.  The more research I did, the more I realized
that Gay or Straight, if someone has the drive and passion in their heart,
and I'm not talking about sexual passion, to care for a child, and the
child is desirous of that person providing that care, we have an obligation
to that child to allow it." Michelle said before continuing, "I understand
you're trying to get a petition signed to attempt to get CPS to officially
sanction Gay foster parents.  I would now be honored to sign that
petition."

Arthur produced a petition out of his briefcase and presented it to
Michelle who signed it.  He said, "Michelle, let me be the first to
congratulate you.  With your signature, we have enough to present this for
the ballot.  Even if they negate 50% of the signatures, we'll still be well
over the required number."

The two shook hands and Arthur left her chambers.  He was proud of himself
for accomplishing this.  He was proud of Matthew for the way he handled
this.  He was proud of Devon for standing by the one he loves
unconditionally.  And he was proud of Cole for being as brave and true as
he was.  The statement Cole made in chambers was far better than Arthur
could have hoped for.  He made his way to his own chambers across the
street.  When he entered his office, his secretary came to him, very
excited and said, "You had a telephone call from the..." She paused to
regain her composure then continued, "from the President of the United
States."

Arthur looked at her with dismay. "From Who?"  He asked, not believing his
ears.

"From the President of the United States, and he left a special telephone
number for you to return his call."  She handed him the message.

Arthur retired to his chambers and stared at the note, then the telephone.
He looked again at the note.  The call had come about 30 minutes prior.  He
picked up the telephone and dialed.  A few moments later it was answered.
"Good Afternoon, Mr. President... Yes, Sir.... Yes, Sir... No, Sir... I'm
completely flattered, Sir. Thank you, very much.  I'll see you then, Sir.
Thank you again."  And he hung up the phone and just stared at it.

He opened the door to his chambers to see his secretary and two of his
fellow Judges standing there.  He looked at them all blankly and said, "I
have to go to Washington, Tomorrow.  I'm being nominated to the Federal
Bench."

                                       * * *

James awoke feeling a hard protrusion poking into his butt cheeks.  He felt
the strong arm wrapped around his chest and the feel of Tom's even breaths
against his neck as he slept.  The previous night had truly been a magical
night of sex.  In the week since he and Tom had met, he had fallen totally
and completely for the older boy.  It was his new found happiness that
caused his mother to corner him the previous morning, asking if he was
okay. He'd looked her in the eyes and said, "I'm in love, Mom.  And he's
the most wonderful person in the world."  At first she hadn't completely
heard his words.

Finally she got a look of awareness and said, "I am happy for you, James.
It's a surprise to me that you fell in love with another boy, but, all I
really care about it that you are happy and safe.  What's his name?"

"His name is Tom, Tom Wheeler.  He 15 and a friend of my friends Devon and
Cole. He's special Mom, he really is."  He was made even happier when he
heard the tone of his mother's acceptance.  He never doubted she'd be
supportive, but telling her, he thought, would have been harder than this.

"If it's okay, I'd like to meet him, James.  Not to pass judgment, but to
let him know I'm here for both of you.  Would you like to invite him over
for dinner?"

"Thanks Mom, I think he'd like that. I know I will.  If it's okay, I'd also
like to invite his parents, they're nice folk too."

She was surprised, but also pleased.  She agreed then started making
preparations for the dinner.  James called Tom, and, after a few minutes of
love talk, invited the family over for dinner.  Tom asked his parents and
they got directions after telling James they'd be there.

                                       * * * Devon and Donna walked out of
the courtroom and to their car.  Once seated, Donna turned to Devon.  "I'm
so proud of you, Devon.  It wasn't easy, I know, for you to tell Cole to go
alone with Matt.  Since this all started, you two have been together pretty
much 24/7.  You have shown you deserve to be treated as an adult,
regardless of your physical age.  You have my trust, it's my hope you never
show me that trust was misplaced."

"Thanks Mom.  I didn't do anything other than what you taught me.  I'm
truly lucky to have a mother like you.  And Cole is truly lucky to have a
dad now, a dad like Matt.  As far as trust is concerned, thanks.  I will
try to never make you feel you were wrong."

Donna hugged her son.  "And, since you put it the way you did, you have my
permission to spend the night with Cole, if Matt says it is okay."  She
wiped a tear from her eye, straightened up and they drove off toward home.

                                       * * * Cole was giddy in the Cellular
Phone shop.  He had a hard time deciding on the right cell phone.  He'd
never had one before.  He and Matt looked over the various phones and Cole
selected a modest one.  Matt looked at his choice, and it was sensible,
but, he wanted to spoil his new son a little.  He asked, "Wouldn't you
rather have a Blackberry, or an Iphone?"

"Um, sure, but, I can't make you spend that much on me.  Not when the one I
picked will do what I need it to."  Cole said, but was eying the sleek
Iphone.

Matt said, "Okay, I'll get the paperwork done, here's some money, you can
go next door and get a bite to eat if you want, I'll be there in a few
minutes."

Cole took the $20 bill and left to go to the food park. He'd just sat down
with his plate of Chinese food when Matt joined him.  Cole went to give
Matt the change, but Matt said, hang on to it, you may need it.  Matt went
and got himself a cup of coffee, leaving the bag with Cole's new phone
sitting with Cole.  When Matt returned, he'd noticed the bag had not been
disturbed.  He turned to Cole, "Did you look at your new phone?"

"Nah, it's like the one Devon has, so it's not a big deal."  Cole said.

"We need to get you a new wardrobe, so after you eat, we'll go shopping for
Clothes."

"Okay, can we stop by the swimwear shop?  I'd like to get some new speedos.
And if it's okay, a new one for Devon."

Matt smiled telling Cole that wouldn't be a problem.  He sipped his coffee
looking at the boy who was now his son.  He was filled with love for this
boy.  When Cole had finished, he said, "Why don't you unbox your phone and
call Devon.  Tell him if it's okay with his mom, he can stay tonight in
your new room."

Cole reached into the bag, expecting to pull out the phone he'd chosen.  He
was surprised then when he removed the box and there was a new Iphone.  He
couldn't believe his eyes.  He jumped up and hugged his new dad.  "Thanks
Matt.  I gotta be the luckiest boy in the whole world.  I got the best
boyfriend and the best dad now!"  He kissed Matt on the cheek then opened
the box, turned on his new phone and dialed Devon's number.

"Hello?"  Devon asked, not recognizing the number that appeared on his
Caller-ID.

"Hey, Babe."  Cole said.  "Save this number, it's my new cellphone.  Dad
got me an Iphone, ain't that cool?"

"An Iphone!  Mega Cool!  Mom said I can stay tonight.  Did you find out
from Matt if it's okay?"

"Yeah, we'll pick you up on our way home.  Well, gotta go, I love you!"

"I love you too, Babe.  I'll see you later."  Devon said and ended the
call.

Matt and Cole, now Father and Son, left the food park and walked over to
the swimwear shop.  Cole made a beeline to the speedo table.  He'd selected
7 of the nicest ones for himself.  The clerk, noticing what Cole was buying
came over and said, "We have a few really special ones, if you want I will
bring them out for you to look at."

"Thanks."  Cole replied.  He continued browsing while the young clerk went
into the back and retrieved several more garments.  He returned and showed
them to Cole. One was really spectacular.  He was a space scene that was
printed on a black silk speedo.  Cole knew that was the one he wanted for
Devon.

Cole looked at Matt who nodded.  All the while Cole was looking at the
Speedos, Matt was on his telephone doing something that to Cole sounded
like just more boring business.  Matt told Cole to browse a few minutes,
and he'd be right back.

About 10 minutes later, Matt returned and handed Cole a credit card.  He'd
expected it was one of Matt's until he looked at the embossed name.  It
said, "Cole Allerd Johnson".  Cole looked at Matt, then back at the new
American Express card.

Matt said, "That card is attached to my account.  There's an American
Express agent here in the mall and I had them process it as soon as the
Judge said you were mine. I want you to show responsibility in using it and
not go hog wild.  I trust you, Son."  Matt watched a tear fall down Cole's
cheek.

They embraced.  The clerk also had a tear falling down his cheek.  He
wished his Dad felt the way Matt obviously did.  Matt said, "Well, go pay
for your purchases."

The Clerk and Cole went to the register.  "You have a pretty cool Dad,
dude."  The clerk said as he was ringing up the speedos.

"Yeah, I just got him today.  He's my foster dad."  Cole said proudly.

The clerk didn't pry, even though he was curious.  He handed Cole the
credit slip and Cole was amazed when he saw the total.  8 Speedos, $235.00.
"Wow, these are expensive!"

"Well, the special one was $125.  It's a one-of-a-kind. It was handmade
stitch by stitch."  Cole didn't care.  He signed the slip and took the bag
the clerk handed him.  He thanked the clerk and, placing his new credit
card in his wallet walked back to Matt and they went out of the store.

The rest of the day was spent buying more clothes.  In all, Cole's new
credit card was used for an additional $1,500 of clothes and other stuff
for Cole's room.  They loaded everything up into the car and headed to
Devon's house.

The arrived and Cole ran into the house, followed by Matt, who, stood at
the door and knocked.  Donna said, "Just come on in, in this house, you're
family."

Matt thanked Donna and they talked while Cole and Devon got their stuff
together to stay at Matt's that night.

Cole decided not to give Devon his speedo until later, but they both were
in awe over Cole's new Iphone and credit card.  They sat on Devon's bed
talking animatedly.  Cole leaned in and they kissed.  He said, "That was
just an appetizer, I have a full course meal planned for you later." He
winked and Devon, uncharacteristically blushed.

They left Devon's house on their way to Cole and Matt's place.

                                   * * * James spent two hours getting
ready for his dinner to introduce Tom and his family to his Mother.  He
couldn't believe how nervous he was.  He tried on at least 7 different
ensembles trying to get exactly the right look.  He thought to himself,
'yup, this proves it, you're gay, gay, gay!'

On at least 4 occasions he went downstairs and asked his Mom how she was
doing, and if she needed any help.  She thought he was acting like a giddy
bride to be, and she decided, maybe he was.

FINALLY, Tom and his parents arrived.  James literally ran to the door, but
stopped before opening it to give himself one last glance in the mirror to
make sure he looked exceptional.  He opened the door and saw Tom and his
parents standing there. Tom leaned in and gave him a tender kiss on the
lips and a hug.  James melted. After that, James took Mr. Wheeler's hand
and shook it, "It's very nice of you to come for dinner, Sir."

"Why thank you and your mother for inviting us, James.  Please, call me
Tom, or if that's too confusing, you can, if you want, call me Dad."  He
winked.

James then hugged Mrs. Wheeler.  "Welcome to our home, Ma'am."

"Why thank you James."  She replied.

James showed them into the house.  Mrs. Wheeler looked around and said,
"Very nice home."  This was said as Melissa, James' mother entered.

"Thank you, I'm Melissa Gilbert, James' mother."

Mr. Wheeler shook her hand and said, "I'm Tom and this is my wife Donna
Wheeler. It's very nice to meet you and thank you again for inviting us for
dinner."

"It was James' idea, but I think it was a good one." Melissa said.

James looked at the 'adults' and said, "I think Dinner will be ready in a
minute, why don't we go to the dining room.  Can I bring anyone anything to
drink?"  James was trying to appear so mature and grown up.  Melissa
thought it was sweet.

Tom couldn't help but notice what a fine looking boy James was.  He thought
again that his son had pretty good taste in cute boys. "Thank you, James,
I'd love whatever you would like to serve us.  Mrs. Gilbert, I brought a
bottle of wine that we can share after dinner."  He said this handing the
chilled bottle to her.  She took it and said she would keep it cold.

Tom and James went into the kitchen to get the drinks while the parents
talked.  As soon as they were inside the door, Tom grabbed James and the
two shared an almost violent kiss. Tongues darted into the others mouth as
they jostled for position. Hand roamed over backs and butts as the two
kissed.  It only lasted moments, but both were shocked at the intensity of
their joining.

Tom looked at James and in a breathless whisper said, "You are the most
amazing boy I've ever met.  I love you."

James' blush got deeper and he was unable to get his voice to work, but he
mouthed, "I love you, too."

They broke their embrace just as Melissa came into the kitchen.  She'd
noticed that no glasses had been set up so she assumed the two were sharing
a 'moment'.  She decided not to say anything, but told them that Dinner was
ready and they should get the drinks out and have everyone take a seat.

The dinner was superb, Melissa had gone all out.  The Wheelers were duly
impressed. The conversation was light.  When the topic of the boy's
relationship had come up, the talk was all positive.  Melissa, sensing the
question her son was hoping for asked the Wheelers, "If it's okay with you,
I'd like to ask if Tom would like to stay the night."

The boys looked at Mr. Wheeler with anticipation.  Mrs. Wheeler tried,
fairly unsuccessfully, to hold back her shock.  She knew what THAT meant.
Tom, Sr. said, "I don't see a problem with that."  Then he took out some
money and gave it to Tom so he could get a cab home sometime tomorrow.

The adults retired to the living room to talk as Tom and James went
upstairs to James' room.  Once inside they renewed their kiss from the
kitchen.  After a few minutes of this, Tom broke the kiss.  "We should wait
a little while.  My parents will be leaving soon, then we don't have to
worry about being interrupted.

The two sat at James' desk and turned on the computer.  They went to Nifty
and decided to read a few stories together.  About 20 minutes later there
was a knock on the door.  James called for whoever to come in.  It was
Tom's Dad.

When he saw that they were just reading something on the computer he was
kind of surprised.  He'd not forgotten showing up and finding Tom, Devon,
and Cole having sex in the hotel.  That was why he decided to check on the
boys himself, instead of with his wife.  He told them to have a good time,
but to remember to get SOME sleep.  Tom hugged his dad and promised he'd be
good. James hugged Tom's dad too saying, "I'll make sure he's good, Dad.
VERY good!"  Then broke out into giggles.  Tom Sr. just shook his head and
smiled.  The Wheelers bid farewell to Melissa who assured them the boys
would be okay.  She promised to bring Tom home the next afternoon.

                                        * * * Matt, Devon, and Cole left
Donna at home.  They headed to Matt and Cole's house. Once they arrived and
Matt had the car parked in the garage, the three unloaded all of Cole's
purchases.  Matt showed Cole to the room he would occupy as his own and
they set the bags with Cole's things on the bed.  Cole and Devon looked
around and were surprised.  This room was like another Master Suite.  It
had it's own in-suite bathroom.  Devon called Cole into the bathroom.  "It
has a Jacuzzi tub, Cole!" Devon said with a smirk. "This is going to be
fun!"

Cole gave Devon a knowing grin.  They started unpacking Cole's new clothes
and Devon was really impressed.  Cole's new wardrobe was fantastic.  Cole
got to the bag from the swimwear shop and showed all but the special one to
Devon.  He stripped and started modeling each speedo in turn.  Devon was
pleased that Cole was enjoying the speedos.  Finally, Cole looked at Devon
and told him, "Strip.  I got a surprise for you."

Devon expected some sort of sex for his surprise so he truly was surprised
when Cole handed him a closed box sealed with a ribbon.  Devon held the box
and was about to ask why he needed to strip when Cole told him, "Well, open
it!"

Devon pulled the knot on the ribbon which he then pulled away, allowing him
to open the gilded box.  When he got the top off he started peeling away
the tissue and saw the black cloth.  Once he'd gotten the speedo out of the
box he was amazed.  It was the most beautiful garment, let alone speedo,
he'd ever seen.  It was so intricate. He felt the fabric and said, "Is
this..."  Cole interrupted, "Silk. Yes."

Devon dropped the box and stepped into the speedo, the feel of the silk on
his bare skin was sensual.  He said, "Wearing these I'll have a boner all
the time!"  Cole replied, "I hope so!"

They called out for Matt to come look.  Matt stood in the doorway and let
out a wolf whistle.  "Damn Dev, you look good enough to eat!"

Cole looked at his new dad and said, "Sorry old man!  He's mine!  Looky but
no touchy!"  This caused all three to bust out into laughter.  Matt took
this as a perfect opportunity to have the talk he needed to have with both
boys.

Matt asked the boys to sit.  They did, on the edge of the bed.  Matt
appraised both, clad in their skimpy speedo swimsuits, amazed at the beauty
of the pair.  He began talking.

"You two have to be the most fantastic looking boys around.  Nobody can
know about the little we've done, if you get my meaning, and, I need to say
it cannot happen again.  You two have each other.  For the next half a year
or so, we're going to be under a microscope so I don't need to tell you how
careful we need to be.  So, I'm going to leave you two to celebrate in a
way I expect you planned.  But before that, what would you guys like for
dinner?"

Devon said, "Matt.  What happened between us was a wonderful thing.  But as
you said, Cole is more important than that.  Maybe at some point we can do
more, but for now, we need to make sure Cole is okay and that he gets to
stay with you."  Cole said, "I appreciate everything you've both done for
me.  I love you both.  I gotta be the luckiest kid in the world.  I got
Devon as the best boyfriend and Matt, now as the best Dad in the world.  I
love you both with all my heart.  Dad, for dinner, all I want is Devon."
He looked at his dad and winked with a sly grin.

Matt embraced both boys at the same time, planting a kiss on each of their
foreheads.  He told them to have fun, turned and left the room, closing the
door behind himself.

Cole took Devon into his arms and pulled him down onto the bed.  He
straddled Devon's waist, both still clad only in their new speedos.  He
leaned down and the two began making out.  Allowing all of their passion to
flow between them through their tongues which wrestled about in each others
mouths.

They kissed and caressed each other for a good 10 minutes when Devon got
the inkling of an idea.  He broke their kiss and, tugging Cole's hand, got
them both up and on their feet.  He led Cole, still in his new speedo, into
the bathroom.  He set the controls and started filling up the Jacuzzi. As
it filled, Devon locked lips again with his lover.  Hands meandering down
Cole's smooth back until he reached the waistband of the speedo.

He hooked his fingers into the waistband and began to pull downward.  He'd
gotten it down below Cole's cute butt but it seemed to snag.  It was then
he realized that the front was hopelessly caught up on the boy's erection.
With his other hand, he reached down and unsnarled the cloth from Cole's
tumescent member and the skimpy garment fell to Cole's ankles.  Cole
stepped out of the small patch of cloth and his hands reached down and
nearly ripped the one-of-a-kind speedo from Devon's body.

The tub was sufficiently filled by this time and they set the controls to
turn on the jets and turn off the supply of water filling the tub.
Together they stepped down into the sunken tub luxuriating in the warm
bubbly water.  Devon sat on the built-in bench and Cole sat on his lap,
facing him.  They renewed their tongue duel.

Cole felt Devon's hard nail poking at his backside and, with now practiced
comfort reached down and held it, lowering himself to impale himself onto
Devon's rampant cock.  Cole lowered himself until Devon was fully ensconced
into that warm chute and held himself there, using the muscles in his anus
to massage his lover's tool. All the while, their solitary oral expression
continued ever so slowly gaining in intensity.

Cole began ever so slowly raising and lowering himself to stimulate his
partner. The effect was not lost on Devon.  He knew it would only be a
matter of a few short minutes before he was beyond the precipice.  Devon
took his hand and maneuvering it between them took Cole's steel hard penis
into his hand and began wanking it at roughly the same pace Cole's ass was
using on his own dick.

For several minutes this continued.  Slowly bringing them both to the
promised land.  Devon recalled a story he'd read on Nifty where a writer
described that stroke which triggered orgasm as 'the paradise stroke' and
he could think of no better description.  So, on his own 'Paradise Stroke'
he moaned loudly into Cole's mouth as Cole felt his lover's organ inflate
even further.  He felt the first blast of superheated cum spray into his
colon and this triggered his own explosion.

They broke their kiss and, as Devon was filling Cole's insides, they
watched at Cole ejaculated into the water.  Long strands of cum were
shooting out of Cole's dick and stringing into the water, floating in long
tendrils.  The moans in the room were deafening.  On the other side of the
house, Matt could hear the cries and couldn't help but feel slightly
jealous.  It had been a long road, but there he was.  A father. Tears of
joy were streaming down his face hearing his son, HIS SON, sharing the
ultimate love with his Devon.

The day Devon came into his life was a turning point.  One that he'd
neither expected or desired.  Yet, he knew in his heart that it was meant
to be.

Devon and Cole spent the night, neither getting any sleep.  They shared
each other in the tub, on the bed, on the floor, out on the balcony,
without care as to who saw them. (Luckily, the balcony of Cole's room was
in the back of the house, with a wall obscuring view of it from any angle
other than from directly above.)

                                   * * * Cole awoke from his nights sleep
refreshed.  It had been 3 months since he'd come to live with Matt and
things couldn't have been better.  He and Devon had started back to school
and today was the first day of their Thanksgiving holiday.  James and Tom
had become quite an item.  They were together nearly everywhere except at
school since Tom lived so far away.  Devon, Cole, and James had come out at
school and they were surprised at the acceptance they had gotten from their
classmates.

Several other boys had come up to them to express how brave they thought
the trio was and two others even came out to them, asking that they
continue to keep their secret at school.  Today is Devon's 14th Birthday.
Cole's will follow in 3 weeks.  Cole looked at the clock and saw he had
about an hour before Mr. Averill, his advocate, came to see him on his
monthly visit.

Things were going well.  The arrangement was working out, much to the
dismay of the assholes at CPS.  Cole hopped out of bed, pulling on a pair
of bikini briefs and padded into the kitchen.  He turned on the coffee pot
for Matt, and poured himself a glass of juice.  He'd started getting out
the fixings to make breakfast, something that Devon was teaching him, how
to cook.

He had breakfast nearly done when Matt, in his robe appeared at the doorway
to the kitchen.  Matt kissed Cole on the forehead as was usual and said,
"Good Morning, Son." (He still was in awe of the fact that Cole was his
son.)

"Morning Daddy." Cole said in his own way.  He preferred calling Matt
'Daddy' because his usual method of talking to his biological asshole, um,
father, was to call him 'Dad'.  "Breakfast will be done in a minute.
Remember, Mr. Averill will be here in about 25 minutes."

Matt sat at the table drinking a cup of coffee.  He had a pensive look on
his face. Cole looked at the clock and said, "Breakfast in 5 minutes, I
think we should get dressed so we're not here in our undies when
Mr. Averill gets here."

They both hurriedly got dressed and Cole returned to the kitchen in time to
dish up breakfast.  They sat together and as they were consuming their
repast, Matt said, "Cole.  I have a question.  You have been here 3 months.
We have a court date in another 3 months.  I'd like to know if you would
prefer that we have a little surprise for the Judge.  Would you like to be,
not my Foster Son, but my Adopted Son?"

Cole heard the words and his emotions swelled.  "DADDY! You know I'd like
that more than almost anything!"  He jumped up and wrapped his arms around
Matt.  This emotional moment was broken with the ringing of the doorbell.
Mr. Averill was there.
                                   * * * Arthur sat in front of the panel
that had been questioning him these last 4 days. They had asked him his
position on many of the hot button issues facing the country and he'd
answered honestly, but holding back enough of his own personal beliefs so
as not to attract the ire of his inquisitors.  The question before him was
on he'd not anticipated. The Senator from Alabama, a devout Southern
Baptist asked, "Mister Phelps.  What are your feelings, not your position,
but your heart's feelings on the issue of Gay people adopting?"

He thought a moment then began, "The question of adoption, according to the
law, is one where the interests of the child in question are tantamount.
Regardless of the orientation of the adoptive parent or parents, it would
be the responsibility of a jurist to determine if 1) The prospective parent
possesses the financial means to provide for the child. 2) If the
prospective parent has the ability to provide a safe and loving atmosphere
for the child to grow up in. Finally, 3) If the child, knowing the
prospective parent, desires the adoption.  In my heart, my feelings are, if
someone has the three tests above met, whether they're Black, White, Red,
Straight, Bisexual, Gay, Lesbian, American, Russian, Asian, or any other
class, the adoption should be granted."

The Senator appraised Arthur and a frown appeared at his mouth.  "You mean,
Sir, that you have no feelings that an adoptive parent be able to provide a
proper Religious or Moral upbringing of the child?"

"Of course, but, in my feeling, one's sexuality doesn't necessarily come
into play in that aspect."  Arthur responded.

The Senator yelled back, "How can you say that!  If a child is placed in
the home of a 'HOMOSEXUAL', (this last term said with venom) how can you
assume the child will be brought up in a moral way, considering the very
nature of the family unit is immoral!"

Arthur turned to the remaining members of the panel.  "Our forefathers had
the insight to provide for a Separate Judiciary.  Also, our forefathers in
their wisdom decided that a complete separation of Church and State should
exist.  It would be improper for any Jurist, let alone representative of
his constituents, to allow his own Religious Dogma to dictate his actions.
He needs to look at the issue on it's merits, not his own personal bias or
beliefs."

The Senator tried to rebut, but was cut off by the chairman of the
committee.  "I believe we've heard enough.  I would hereby move for a vote
of confirmation on this nominee."  Another member of the 13 member panel
seconded the motion.  The Chairman said, "All those in Favor, please raise
your right hand."  He paused after noting the count on his legal pad, "All
those opposed."  Another pause, "By a vote of 9 to 3, with one abstention,
I would like to congratulate Federal Judge Arthur Phelps on his
confirmation."

There was a scurry of activity as the press in the back of the room hurried
out to file their reports.  Arthur stood and said, "I would like to thank
this committee for their efforts.  I shall endeavor to uphold the laws of
this land in the spirit for which they have been made."

                                     * * * Devon was sitting in the living
room with Donna watching the morning news.  The reporter starts talking
about the confirmation hearings going on for Judge Phelps and both focused
their attention.  They heard:

"...longest period of questioning of a nominee for the federal bench in
several years... This just in, by a vote of 9 to 3, with one abstention,
Arthur Phelps is now the newest Federal Judge in the country.  He's
expected to return to Los Angeles where he'll take over for retiring
Federal Judge Albert Peterson, who was scheduled to retire last month."

Donna and Devon exchanged glances and Devon reached for the telephone.  He
called Matt. "Did you hear the news?"  Devon asked?

"No, we've been here talking with Cole's advocate.  What happened?"  Matt
asked.

"Judge Phelps is now Federal Judge Phelps."  Devon said proudly.

Matt let out a brief cheer, then it could be heard that he was explaining
his reaction to Cole and Mr. Averill.  "Devon, thanks for calling.  We WILL
be seeing you for lunch today, won't we?"

"Yeah, Mom and I will be there."  Devon said, fully expecting it to be a
surprise birthday party why else would they insist that Donna be there too.

Mr. Averill was very happy for Matt and Cole's revelation that Matt
intended to file for Adoption.  He told them that if they wished to file it
before the hearing he would facilitate it getting into court prior to the 6
month hearing.  Matt decided, with Cole's agreement, to get his attorneys
working on it immediately and they'd notify Mr. Averill when the paperwork
was complete.

They showed Mr. Averill to the door and began preparing for the party.
James and Tom would be there shortly along with their other classmates.
Cole had insisted on making Devon's birthday cake on his own, but Matt had
ordered a caterer for the remaining food for the party.  The dress code for
the boys was Speedos, as if there were any doubt.  The guests were supposed
to arrive at 11:00 and Donna had agreed to make certain that she and Devon
were 'running late' and would arrive between 12 and 12:30.

Donna had wished her son a Happy Birthday when he woke up, but, other than
that was playing it down.  They went about their usual routine and about
11:00, Devon went up to his room, took a shower and dressed in his special
Space themed silk Speedo, then pulled a pair of board shorts and a t-shirt
on.  He slipped into his sandals and headed downstairs.  Donna was still in
her robe and Devon started getting antsy.  "Come on, Mom, we're going to be
late!  Cole is making lunch and I want to be there on time!"  Donna went
back into her bedroom and 'took her time' getting ready.  She hated doing
it, but she ignored Devon's repeated knocks and admonishments to get ready
faster.

FINALLY Donna was ready about 11:50.  Devon ushered her out the door and
together they started walking to Matt and Cole's house.  They arrived at
about 12:15.  Matt had ushered everyone into a back bedroom and Cole and he
were watching television when Donna and Devon entered.  "Oh, Hey!" Cole
said.

"Sorry we're late, Mom was way slower than normal getting dressed today."
Devon said with an uncharacteristic scowl at his mother.

Cole and Matt chuckled.  "Lunch will be ready in a few, why don't we sit
and talk a bit."  Matt said.  "Cole, can you go get my PDA from my room,
please."

Devon and Donna sat on the couch as Cole hopped up and ran to the back of
the house.  Before they could start talking, Devon heard a
commotion. Within seconds 20 people filed into the living room, all
yelling, "HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEVON!"

Devon was actually surprised.  He'd expected a party but to see 20 people,
most of them wearing nothing but a speedo was amazing.  Tom and James came
up to Devon and kissed him on either side of his face wishing him a Happy
Birthday.  Tom said, "I remember my birthday party.  You and Cole made it a
very special day. First, you helped me to come to grips with who I really
was, and also led me to meet the greatest boyfriend I could ever hope for.
I love you, Devon."  Devon smiled and before he could respond to Tom
another friend from school came up to him.  "I never thought in a million
years I'd wear one of these, but now that I have one on, I think I kinda
look hot!  Happy Birthday Bro!"  Devon was overwhelmed.  Tom's dad was
there and he was even wearing a speedo!  Devon couldn't help but laugh when
he saw him.  Matt's ex-lover John, the investigator was there also in a
speedo.

The caterers arrived and served a sumptuous meal.  Once everyone had eaten,
Cole, who up till that point hadn't left Devon's side disappeared.  Devon
was searching for him when the lights went out.  It was early evening by
this point so the room was thrown into shadow.  The door to the kitchen
opened and Cole carried out a cake.  It was a rich chocolate cake with 15
candles blazing.  You know, one for each year and one for luck.  Cole set
the cake on the table in front of Devon.  The cake had a boy wearing a
speedo on it.  Cole had decorated the cake on his own.

Everyone sang the Happy Birthday song to Devon.  He was happy that none of
them relied on the quality of their voices for their livelihood.  But the
sentiment was there and that's what mattered.  Once the cacophony of the
song was finished, Devon said, "I really don't have much to wish for, I
already feel as if I have just about everything I could ever want.  I have
all of you, my friends here.  I have the best mother in the whole world.
My boyfriend's dad is probably the best surrogate father I could ever want,
and of course, I have my Cole.  My true reason for existence.  I love you
all.  So, I'm going to make a wish, and I don't mind telling you all what
it is.  I wish that there is never another boy who has to go through what
Cole had to go through coming out.  If that could happen, I think this
world would be a better place."  Devon then took a deep breath and with a
mighty blow extinguished all of the candles.  As everyone applauded, one of
the candles relighted.  Then another, and another.  Cole couldn't contain
his laughter.  He'd used 3 of those 'trick' candles that never stayed out.

Devon took Cole's face into his hands and planted a kiss that made many in
the assemblage blush.  Matt whispered into Donna's ear, "I think Devon
plans on spending the night."  Donna nodded and replied, "I'm glad neither
is female, one of them would be pregnant by now!"  They shared a laugh.

The telephone rang and Cole answered it.  He went to Devon and told him
there was a telephone call for him.  Devon picked up the phone, "Hello?"

"Happy Birthday Devon.  Have you any idea who this is?"  The voice asked.

"Um, Sorry, no, I don't." Devon said truthfully.

The voice continued, "I am sitting here with a mutual acquaintance. He's
told me all about you and when he told me it was your birthday I insisted
we give you a call."

"Well, thank you for the birthday wish, but, I'm sorry, who are you?"
Devon asked with a puzzled look on his face.

The voice on the telephone changed to that of Judge Arthur Phelps.  "Devon,
Happy Birthday, Son.  The man you just talked to was none other than the
President of the United States."

Devon's jaw dropped.  He then heard the voice of the President back on the
line. "I want you to know, Devon.  From what Arthur tells me you are a very
special young man.  I will ask you one thing, if I may."

"Um, thank you, Mr. President, ask me anything you like!"  Devon said.
When he did the room got absolutely silent.  Donna whispered to Matt, "Did
he say, Mr. President?"  Matt nodded.

"Devon.  You have touched a great many lives.  I am going to be in Los
Angeles in a few days.  I would like to have you, Cole, Matt, and your
mother join me for lunch, then I would like you and Cole to do a press
conference with me.  I plan on introducing legislation that will make it
much more simple for young gay men, such as Cole to be Fostered and Adopted
by men of such caliber as Matthew Johnson, and I would appreciate it if you
would say a few words at the Press Conference."

"Mr. President, I'd be honored.  Thank you."  Devon said.  The two
exchanged a few more words and Devon hung up the phone in a daze.

Devon hung up the phone and said, "That was the President of the United
States. He's asked me to do a press conference with him in Los Angeles in a
couple days. He says he is introducing legislation that will make it easier
for gay men to foster or adopt and he wants me, Cole, and Matt to be there
and to talk during the press conference."

Everyone was in awe.  They all knew how special Devon was, not to mention
how articulate, but this was more than anyone ever expected.  They all
enjoyed the cake, Cole had done a fantastic job with it.  After the rest of
the guests had left, Donna, Matt, Cole, and Devon were sitting on the deck
talking.  Devon looked at their parents and said, "Cole has one more rather
special present for me, so we're going to bed.  I love you both, and thanks
for being the best parents either of us could ever want."  He kissed both
and gave them hugs and so did Cole.  The two lovers clasped hands and Cole
led Devon into the bedroom.  Donna looked at Matt and smiled.

Coming Soon -- Chapter 23 -- Return to the Judge