...hm. well... i can tell you what I'D like to see. but thats not fair to you. its just easier to relate to characters i already know.

that being said, seeing big manly men cry is pretty awesome. :) lol. i think, go with what you WANT to write.... Go with what works for you. Maybe not with what's easiest.. but do what you want. The story sounds fairly heartbreaking and wonderful and sweet all at once. :)
Go with your heart, my friend. *hugs*