Yet, there’s often a shadow over gay relationships, when an older partner ages. I stayed with him whenever I was in his city, and we travelled together whenever possible. “When I returned from that trip, Mom said, ‘So, you’ve grown the confidence you need.’ My father said nothing about it. “My mother had long ago intuited that I was gay, but neither she nor anyone else ever spoke that word until I did. “He invited me home with him, taught me about fine wines and gourmet foods and helped me to finally understand who I am.
He guided my own choices: Fine materials in elegant styles. “He was older than me by 25 years, dressed impeccably. “He advised, ‘Start with your own style - who you are and the image you want to portray.’ He immediately added that he didn’t work there, but saw that I was overwhelmed by the merchandise. While scouting, I was approached by a man who asked if he could help me. “My two older brothers recognized growing opportunities and convinced our father to send me to a U.S.-based fashion emporium to bring back new ideas, because they said I had the best sense of style. It began when I was 19 working in my family’s fashionwear store. Reader’s Commentary“This is a love story.
