Like Fine Wine...

Some things get better with age.

Mr. B is older than I would typically date, but I vowed to stay as open-minded as possible this year and do things a little differently--like trying a new pair of shoes that fit, but you want to make sure that they're "you."

To be honest, I was not totally looking forward to this date. In typically "Michele" fashion, I had asked point blank how he felt about premarital sex prior to this date. (See my other blog "Tasting The Goods" at datingfrogstofindmyprince.blogspot.com) I figured out early on that a guy needs to know ahead of time where you stand on the sex issue. If he knew where I stood, I was avoiding any awkward moments and conversations later. Mr. B respected where I stood, but as a new Christian had many questions before deciding it might be ok to take the abstinence train. He was curious and it made for good conversation.

Sex is often on a guy's mind. There is beauty in this simplicity; they are easily pleased with sex. Celebrating sex at the right time can work to only to your benefit--find out if a guy really is interested in getting to know YOU. Also, if he has the restraint to wait until marriage, how much more restraint will he have if another woman comes on to him once you are married?

I sat across from Mr. B, alarmed at how attractive I found him. I felt drawn to him. Not only from his physical appearance, but there was a confidence and a gentleness that was extremely appealing. Two major brownie points from our date: 1) he could not wait for me to talk and hear what I was all about and 2) he was a complete gentleman--opening doors, taking care of my valeted car, pulling out my chair... Guys might be easily entertained by sex but oh boy, was I easily taken in by a sweet, chivalrous guy who hung on every word! Three and a half hours later, we strolled out of the restaurant, both smitten with food and company.

He walk me to my car, hesitated, and stroked my cheek. I gave him a signal that he could kiss me by wildly batting my eyelashes in a manner I hoped was appealing. He gave me a sweet, reserved kiss and tucked me into my car. He texted the next day to say that he was thinking about me; no games, no waiting. Just a simple gesture that brought a smile to my face. Mmm... another brownie point.

Date number two is on Monday and I am looking forward to it more than I would dare to admit. I think I have tapped into something I never knew before... This man seemed to definitely get even better with age... Waiter, I'll definitely have another glass please!