Chapter 3The weather on commencement day was perfect, sunny and mild with a light breeze. On nice days the ceremonies were always held in the stadium, with the gym as backup in case of rain. Justin couldn’t help thinking of his father, and how proud he’d have been to see his son walk across the stage and get his diploma. But even without Larry he had his own cheering section. Moira was there, of course, along with Grandma Mary who’d come out from Toledo, and he’d been able to snag tickets for Brody and Dave as well.
He and Gary had gone to a graduation party at the home of a mutual friend that night, but it was noisy and there was a lot of drinking. Neither of them was enjoying it, so they went back to Justin’s house and spent their last night together.
Now graduation was over and Gary w
