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William (42, Latino, gay) and Nicholas (42, white, gay) are portrayed as a typical American couple.
Married for 13 years and enjoy quiet evenings at home.
Comfortable discussing serious topics and pop culture.
Show little public affection but frequently use terms of endearment.
Household chores follow traditional gender roles: Nicholas does cooking, laundry, and cleaning, while William handles lawn care, budget, and repairs.
Despite having legal recognition (domestic partnership in DC and civil marriage in Connecticut), they wanted a traditional church wedding.
A church wedding aligned with their values.

William bought a row house before meeting Nicholas.
Requirements for his first home:
- A house (to avoid condo fees).
- Northwest DC, within half a mile of a Metro station.
- Under $250,000$ to qualify for the city’s first-time homeowner tax abatement program.

William was attracted to the sense of community in Shaw's street culture.
Initially faced challenges making friends with Black neighbors due to gentrification concerns.
Neighbors eventually accepted William and taught him about the neighborhood's culture and history.
Neighbors were accepting of William and Nicholas's relationship.
Neighbors provided support and information.
Actively involved in the neighborhood, attending meetings and considering the opinions of community elders.
Believed in balancing economic development with the protection of long-time residents' interests.

Initially hesitant to consider themselves local community members due to being in a historically Black community.
Felt a sense of detachment from the