Chris and Tim feel lucky that their parents were so supportive, since they realize that not all gay couples have that. Indeed, one of their reasons for getting married was to bring their two families together. They are also mindful of the fact that gay couples can't get married in most of America. Tim points out, "The fact that we have to fight for marriage forces us to really consider what it's really about."
Tim Long married Christopher Herbert, Martha Stewart's nephew, with a private ceremony in Stewart's home in Bedford, New York, in September 2010. Chris and Tim dated for several years before deciding to tie the knot. Like many couples, they met through work – Tim is a pianist and conductor, and Chris is a classical singer. After an audition by Chris at the Aspen Music Festival, Tim says he just couldn't get him out of his head. After a while started dating, then finally moved in together in NYC.
Basset hound mix Pumpkin checks out potential new family members with dads Christopher Herbert (near right) and Timothy Long. Photo: Zandy Mangold (http://nypost.com/2012/08/05/dog-meets-dog-world/)
Source: http://www.whymarriagematters.org/stories/entry/chris-and-tims-story
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