Memorial by Bryan Washington

The relationship between Benson and Mike, two young guys who live together in Houston, had me curious to see how it would all shake out. Mike is a Japanese American chef at a Mexican restaurant, and Benson is a Black daycare teacher. They've been together for a few years and things seem to be 'fine', but sometimes that adjective is the kiss of death for a relationship. Mike's father is dying in Japan, and he goes to be with him just as his mother is coming to visit. He leaves Benson in a confusing and open-ended situation in more ways than one. By blood and choice, a story of family and how both can surprise you when push comes to shove.

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