Candy Canes and Cappuccinos

Steven asks for Christmas Day help at the homeless shelter, but running his coffee shop has left Kyle too exhausted to agree—until events provide him with the perfect way to show Steven his kind heart and holiday spirit. A story from the Dreamspinner Press 2017 Advent Calendar collection (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/36583136.Stocking_Stuffers) Stocking Stuffers . Kyle is struggling to run his coffee shop on his own after his partner walked out on him. He has his eye on Steven, who comes into the shop each day, but hasnt worked up the nerve to express his interest. When Steven asks Kyle to help out with Christmas lunch at the homeless shelter where he works, Kyle is too exhausted to agree. He donates his tips but still feels hes blown his chances with Steven and made himself look like a selfish jerk. On Christmas Day, Kyle sees a way to make amendsto both Steven and the needy people depending on his kindness. Its the right thing to do, and Kyle hopes he can clear up the misunderstanding and show Steven the type of man he really is. Maybe then they can consider some dessert when the lunch at the shelter is over.