Hank
“It’s a good day!” I sang out as I watched the construction crew measure out the foundation lines. Today was the day, and I was so happy that it had finally come. The first steps toward our new life were starting, and I was beyond relieved. I felt a surge of pride and excitement as this was something I had wanted to do my entire life. Not just professionally, but personally. Building homes and even businesses was my livelihood, but building my own home? I had no words. This would be the home that I shared with Jack and Corey. I stood back as I let the crew do their work and that was when I noticed Jake standing to one side as he observed the construction site with an appraising look in his eyes. For some reason, I felt the sudden urge to go to him. Jake had been my best friend for as
