After a celebratory family cookout at Kathy’s, things settled down. Mike, John and their friend returned to Boston. Andy spent long hours studying for his reinstatement exam. I spent an equal number of long hours distracting him as best I could. Finally on the day before the exam, I decided to take a more direct approach.
“Andy,” I walked over and took the book out of his hand. He looked up at me and started to protest. I stuffed my tongue in his mouth.
When we came up for air he protested. “The exam is tomorrow and—”
“And you’ve done all you can. As a teacher, I know you need time before a big test to relax and let the knowledge settle. So follow me.”
We walked up the stairs to our room. I had lit several candles and there was music playing. I undressed him and sat him on the bed, the
