Sunrise on the Edge of the High Desert by John of Colorado clrdjhn@yahoo.com
Chapter 19
If you are here illegally, then it is time for you to leave. This story contains man/man sex. If this bothers you, then it is time for you to leave also. This story is fiction but some of it is based on real situations. The names and places have been changed.
Fast forward several months
The resort was coming along nicely. We were looking forward to a grand opening in about a month or two. The main lodge was completely made of logs. It had a very large room at the entrance which had a large natural stone fireplace. It was set up to serve as large meeting/social room. The whole resort was organized on a western theme. The architect, James, the construction company, the interior designers and all the others had done a great job following the theme..
Another large log building was to serve as employee's quarters. Of course there were several other large log buildings which housed an Olympic sized swimming , several hot tubs and spas, game room a large dinning room and kitchen with a large dinning area and other recreational rooms. We had twenty small cabins close to the lodge. These would be for those who wanted a little privacy and also for families who would want to do their own cooking and etc. We had gone first class all the way and when the resort was finished, we should have one of the best in the Northwest.
We were in the process of interviewing people for manager and several assistants. We wanted someone who had experience running a large destination resort. They would take over and hire the additional employees needed to run the resort.
Life on the ranch was more or less routine. Nothing very exciting was happening. Of course, we were able to spend a lot of time with Sue and Jimmy. They were the cat's meow as far as we were concerned. We did have them spoiled just a little. They were worth it and we dearly loved every minute with them. They controlled the ranch and everything on it. They had every ranch hand twisted around their little finger. I didn't know how much meaning two little kids could put into so many lives. I know that Jack and I were certainly blessed when those two were forced into our lives. We have never regretted saying yes to their adoption. Everyone is put on this earth for a purpose, and we found ours.
For an hour every day, Sam and I had Jack in the pool or hot tub working on his lower body. We were becoming experts at giving massages and physical therapy. Several of the ranch hands came to us after a hard physical day of work. We were able to relieve those aches and pains caused by sore muscles. One of our rules was no clothes. No one wanted to challenge it. Each of us has a domestic partner, but a little eye treat never hurt any one.
We had Jack in the hot tub giving him his daily workout. "Damn, Adam! What did you do that hurt like hell!" Exclaimed Jack. With tears in my eyes, I grabbed Jack and gave him a bear hug, kissing him all over. He realized what had happened and was grinning from ear to ear and crying at the same time. Sam run to get his medical bag.
"Jack you are getting feeling back in you leg!" Sobbed Adam.
Sam and I put Jack on the message table and Sam started testing his legs. He was using a needle to poke areas of his right leg. With every poke, Jack yelled. "Don't stop! Every pain feels so good.! I don't know what you did Adam but It almost killed me. Now, I love feeling the pain!"
Sam tested the left leg but found only one little area that was sensitive. He then got on the phone to Jack's doctor and told him everything. Sam was so excited that he could barely talk. "Jack, he wants us in his office the first thing in the morning. He said no more therapy, testing or anything. He said if we were not very careful we could do permanent nerve damage. Adam, He said especially stay away from that big muscle swinging between his legs. No loving for you tonight!"
"Did he really say that?" Asked Adam.
"No! Gotcha!" laughed Sam. "I think it is a good idea anyway. We certainly don't want to take any chances.
"Sam, you are asking for it. I might just tear you a new ass hole instead! I haven't had that tight little ass of yours for a long time." Responded Adam. I think that it is a good idea to restrain ourselves for a least one night.
"What is stopping you, besides James?"
"You are right! James is a pretty big guy but actually he is a gentle giant!" Rebutted Adam.
"You two sound like a couple of street whores. It won't hurt either one of you to go one day without getting laid. What do you say we go into Bend and stay in a motel. That way we won't have to get up so early!" Remarked Jack.
"Good idea! Let get dressed and went into the house. We can see if Judy can take care of the kids for us. Tomorrow may be a long day and they would be better off staying here." Adam suggested.
We packed an overnight bag and soon we were on our way. We were all as nervous as long tailed cats in a room full of rocking chairs. I doubt if anyone would get any sleep tonight. We were keyed. We all wanted the best for Jack but at the same time we were all afraid something would go wrong and maybe we just had a false alarm. We could keep hoping and praying. We decided to go to bed early and get up early in the morning and go for breakfast before we went to the doctor.
"Jack Rabbit, you know I have been praying for this moment for a long time. I always had hopes that someday you would have the use of your lower body. Now that it is becoming a reality, I just can't believe it. I am so afraid that something will go wrong and we will be back on square one." Said Adam as he was gently rubbing Jack's leg.
"Big Guy, you don't know how I have dreamed of having feeling in my legs again. I love being able to feel your touch again. You hand on my legs is a tremendous super charger for me. I can actually feel your hand and it feels like heaven. I am getting goose bumps all over. You know, Adam, just getting feeling back doesn't mean that I am going to walk again. We can only hope for the best and wait and see." Lamented Jack.
"Jack, you must never give up hope. Without hope, you have nothing. Let's take it one step at time and hope for the best. Right now you have feeling coming back. We have to think positive. Being able to feel is really a big plus. Let's be thankful for just that. OK, Jack Rabbit?"
"Big guy, I don't know what I would do without you. Regardless of the outcome, You're still my life. Without you, I would have nothing."
"Jack you have me for life. You couldn't get rid of me even if you tried. Love you man! Shall we try to get some sleep!"
"Goodnight, Adam. Love you more!"
Before we knew it, Sam and James were banging on our door. I got up, slipped on a pair of shorts and let them into the room.
"So how did it go last night?" Asked James.
"You know that I am not one to kiss and tell. But I will tell you that I fell to sleep with Jack snuggled in my arms. That is all I ever wanted." Smiled Adam as he kissed Jack.
"Adam, I wasn't talking to you. I want to hear from Jack." Laughed James.
"I am not going to kiss and tell either. I will say though that I had my security blanket wrapped around me all night. I could feel his body heat from his head all the way to the tip of his toes. What Adam doesn't know is that I actually wiggled my toes last night. In fact, I lay there and did it most of the night!' Reported Jack.
"Jack, you didn't! Oh, Jack that is just great. Now look what you did. You made me all gussy eyed again." Adam said crying and he was not alone.
After we got a little of our composure and dignity back, we all went for breakfast. We must have been starved because we really put the food away. Soon, it was time to go to the doctor's office. We were all excited, nervous, doubtful and anxious all rolled into one package. All four of us were wrecks by the time the doctor came in. He asked the nurse to bring in five cups of coffee and to put a little Jim Beam in for sweetener. Normally, Jack and I would have refused--but what the heck!
Sam and I sat Jack on the edge of the examination table with his legs hanging over the edge. We striped him down to his shorts and sat down and started sipping our coffee. James had finished his and was ready for a refill, which he never got. The doctor was talking with Jack and we were hanging on every word. He took his little rubber hammer and hit Jack just below the knee cap. His leg kicked out and the doctor did the same with the other leg and got the same results.
"Jack, I can't believe what I am seeing. I think you will be walking in about a week." I could not believe my ears and I complete lost it.
Sam and James came to my rescue. They took me in their arms and start talking softly to me and stroking my head and rubbing my back. That is all I remember because I fainted. The doctor put some smelling salts under my nose. That brought me back immediately. I heard Jack say, "I told you to believe in miracles!" Then I was out again but not for long. I got another shot of ammonia and I was back for good this time.
"Adam, do you want me to give you a shot to help you handle all of this? I know how you are feeling but I think everyone in this room, including myself feels the same way." Asked the doctor.
"No, thank you! I think I can do it on my own. I have been hoping to hear those words for so long and I didn't think I would ever hear them. Those are the sweetest words in the whole world and I will remember them the rest of my life." Said Adam proudly.
"You won't be the only one remembering them, I have them engraved in my memory and in my heart." said Jack.
The doctor finished his examination and told us that he really didn't see any evidence of any permanent nerve damage. He could run some more test and try to find the cause but nothing had showed up so far and he didn't expect to find any thing new.
"I really don't think there is a need for a lot more test. I want to get right back to walking and running more test would only slow down the procedure." Said Jack.
"That is exactly the way I feel but I had to give you the option. I think we can go directly into re-hab. I will write up the orders and you can start this afternoon. Sam are you and Adam going to be able to help?" Asked the doctor.
"Doctor, You bet I am going to be here. I will do any thing for my man. Sam, are you staying?" Asked Adam.
"I want to be there when Jack takes his first step. We have waited so long for this and now it is all coming true." reacted Sam. "James, I don't want you to think that we are pushing you on the back burner but I think that you can be more help back at the ranch. For one thing, Judy is going to have her hands full and I know Larry will need all the help he can get. That resort is top priority."
"I was going to suggest the same thing, myself. Someone needs to go to the ranch and put out the fuse under the powder keg that has been lit. In fact, I had better leave right away before the hospital's switch board is all tied up." Said James. He kissed Jack, Sam, and Adam all good buy and started to leave.
"James, would you mind using a rental car. We may need the van for a little while longer?" Asked Jack.
"No problem! See you in a week" Said James and he was gone. "Call often and keep us posted and give us all the updates."
"You four give gays a good name. I am amazed at all the love caring that you show each other." Said the doctor.
"Can we fix you up with a date?" Asked Adam.
"Not right now, but I will keep you in mind." returned the doctor. "Let me go and see what I can schedule for you. Be right back!"
"Adam, you had better not be making eyes at the doctor. Remember you're mine." Teased Jack.
"No need to worry. The Doc is sorta cute, don't you think, Sam?" Laughed Adam.
"Don't get me involved in your little love feud!" Sam reacted. Now all three were laughing when the doctor came back in.
"From the looks on your faces and the bright red glow, I would guess that I was the subject of the conversation while I was gone, right?"
"All I can say is when you shower make sure Adam is no where around and don't bend over to pick up any soap if he is." Laughed Jack
"He won't have to, I'll bend over and pick it up for him." refuted Adam..
"It looks like I have to complete my task and fast. If I don't get out of here soon, I just might loose my virginity. If I decide to give it up, you three will get first chance to bust my cherry." Laughed the doctor. "Here is the schedule for the rest of the week. You will start today at 2:00 in room 205 on the second floor. Just ask for John. I would say go get a motel, have lunch and be back here at 2:00. I take it that you two have been having sexual activity all long. I see no reason to stop. Just don't get too carried away and really mess thing up. Jack, you are right, Adam is rather cute, isn't he?" grinned the doctor. See you later. John will schedule an appointment with me in a week's time. Later!"
"Sam, should we get him dressed or should we just have our way with him and then take him out in the nude? What do you think? Smirked Adam.
"I'll holler rape!"
"Maybe we had better just wait until we get him in the room at the motel. Then he can holler all he wants to." Giggled Sam
We went to the motel, got a room and cleaned up a bit. Then it was off for lunch. Before we knew it we had to rush back to the hospital. We went to room 205 and asked for John. We were met by a rather large man who looked like he should be a farmer or football player and not a physical therapist. Looks can really be deceiving. John turn out to be a very profession man who really knew his stuff. He was very mellow and the most likable person you would ever want to meet. He had us strip Jack down to his shorts and he put on one of those lovely hospital gowns. At least, Jack got to keep his shorts and not run around with his bare butt showing.
Jack was put in a standing frame. He had to build some muscle in his legs. John had him try to lift a leg but it just didn't happen. Jack was the placed on a massage table. Sam and I were given the task of massaging a leg. John was working on Jack's back and mostly his lower back. Evidently, Jack became so relaxed that he actually went to sleep. This didn't last long because John moved him to his back and went to work trying to get Jack to raise his legs, one at a time. However, all Jack could do was wiggle his toes. He did have feeling in both legs. John told us that in a bit of time, Jack would probably be walking. All we had to do was build his strength up and re-train his muscles.
After 1-1/2 hours, Jack was tired. John told us to take him home and put him to bed for a couple of hours and then go out and have a big dinner. I called Mark and made reservations for dinner. He was please to hear from us. Business at the restaurant was hopping. Jack's head barely hit the pillow and he was out. Sam and I walked to a little café near by and had a cup of coffee and a piece of apple pie.