Jake

The morning sun spills through the window, casting a soft glow on Jake as he lies in bed, smiling from ear to ear. It's his 15th birthday and the room feels charged with the lingering energy of this morning when his boyfriend Brandon, also 15, gave him the most unforgettable birthday gift he could ever imagine. Jake’s heart is still racing, a steady drumbeat of love and joy pounding in his chest. He’s savoring every moment of this feeling, knowing that his parents will likely see the evidence of his happiness written all over his face once he finally gets out of bed. But he doesn’t care—he’s too wrapped up in the love and warmth that Brandon has filled him with. For Jake, this is the start of a birthday that feels like it’s been plucked straight out of a dream, and he’s determined to enjoy every single second.