“But don’t they know you’re gay?” “Yes. But I’m a hockey player, and I make a lot of money.” And, because I’ve been told this on several occasions, I add: “Also, I’m very cute.” He laughs, an authentic one this time, and I smile. “It’s the dimples,” he informs me. “What is?” “What makes you very cute.” He points to his own, smooth cheeks. I turn my face away, slightly, trying to hide my grin.
