Date: Mon, 10 Oct 2005 09:26:33 -0500
From: Kyle Harris <kyleoutthere@hotmail.com>
Subject: The Birthday Present, Chapter One

     Matt was a very good-looking 16-year-old boy with a tall lithe nicely
tanned hourglass frame, broad shoulders, ruffled sandy blond hair, and
bright blue eyes.  His sweet smile could melt most girls' hearts as well as
the hearts of more than just a few boys!  Although he worked out on a fairly
regular basis, he wasn't as buff as he was firm and taut.  The boy's armpit
hair was only now just beginning to spout; however, his nipples could
already be described as succulent.  When Matt sunbathed at home, he wore his
Speedo, but he always wore trunks to the public pool.
     Trevor was staying with his cousin Matt's family for the summer.  He
was 19 with fit body as well, but unlike Matt, Trevor was gay.  He liked
Matt in more ways that Matt felt comfortable and although Trevor had dropped
several hints over the years, Matt continued to be unresponsive.
     Whenever Matt would sunbathe in the backyard in his speedo, Trevor
would just happen to feel like relaxing on the back patio with a cool drink
and enjoy the view.  This bugged Matt a little, but not enough to make him
get up and go inside.  Just imagine the sight of a gorgeous 16-year-old boy
in a Speedo lying on his back with his arms extended out beyond his head!
Yes, Matt even worked on the tan in his armpits!  In fact, he was very
thorough in everything he did.  For the most part, Matt liked Trevor.  In
fact, he owed Trevor a great debt.  A few years ago, Trevor had saved his
life in a fire.
     It turned out that Matt's parents were throwing Trevor a surprise
birthday party that weekend, but Matt had no money and couldn't imagine what
to give him.  However, Matt had a sense of humor as well as a spirit for
adventure.  Maybe all those times out in the backyard weren't so unpleasant
after all.  As Matt admired his tan, his conscience finally caught up with
him and he realized that the best gift he could give Trevor was staring back
at him from the mirror.  His heart took over and, wearing only his speedo,
he walked down the hall to Trevor's room.
     "Hey," Matt said at the door.
     "Hey, buddy.  C'mon in."
     "I've been thinking.  I wanna give you something for your birthday."
     "No, it's cool.  We'll just hang out together."
     "Why do you always like to watch me when I'm wearing this Speedo?"
     "Duh!  Look in the mirror!  Hey, you know I'm gay.  C'mon, pull your
head out!"
     "But you know I'm straight, right?"
     "That doesn't change my feeling of attraction, especially when you're
dressed like that."
     "That's what I figured.  You're not going to believe what I'm going to
give you for your birthday."
     "What?" Trevor asked, genuinely curious.
     After more than just a short pause, Matt finally said, "Me."
     Now, there was a longer pause as both boys let the gravity of the
moment settle in.  Finally, Trevor said, "You?"
     "C'mon, I know you like me ... I mean, you really do LIKE me!  Right?"
     "I guess it's not a secret."
     "No, it's not!" Matt said and smiled.
     Then Trevor smiled and said, "So ... you're giving yourself to me?"
     "I'm not sure how this is gonna work.  I've never been with a guy
before.  I'm not even curious.  Hell, I have a girlfriend!  But I like
you--not the same way you like me.  In fact, I owe you my life."
     "Hey, you would've done the same for me in that fire."
     "I know.  It just seems like this is the best way I can make you happy
on your birthday."
     "Man, that is so sweet.  This must be really uncomfortable for you."
     "Maybe a little ... but I trust you.  Don't expect much of a response
from me, but you can do whatever you like with me as long as I don't
object."
     "Nice," Trevor said as he savored the moment.  "This is the best
birthday present I've ever gotten!  Uhm ... when should ... Uhh ..."  Trevor
couldn't seem to find the right words.
     "How about tonight, after everyone's gone to bed.  Just come to my
room.  Don't forget to lock my bedroom door behind you!"  Matt smiled as he
walked out of Trevor's room.

I'm already pondering ideas for chapter two.  I think this is going to be a
rather sensitive coming-of-age love story.  Any ideas?  Feedback is always
welcome.  Thanks for reading.