This is Love On the Way to Dinner
Feb 19, 2025
Danny Stewart, a compassionate social worker, discovered an abandoned baby in a New York City subway, an event that transformed his life. Joining him is Pete Mercurio, his creative partner, who chronicles their adoption journey in his upcoming memoir. They discuss the emotional turmoil of becoming parents unexpectedly and how they navigated the complexities of adoption. With heartfelt anecdotes, they reflect on their deepened bond and the joys of parenthood, capturing the essence of family formed in the most unconventional ways.
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Subway Discovery
- Danny Stewart, rushing to dinner, found a baby on the subway platform.
- Initially mistaking it for a doll, he realized it was real and called 911.
Pete's Arrival
- Pete Mercurio, Danny's boyfriend, rushed to the station after Danny's call.
- They witnessed police carrying the baby up the stairs, both in shock.
Dinner Conversation
- At dinner, Pete and Danny discussed the unbelievable event.
- Pete predicted Danny would forever be connected to the baby.
