The afternoon passed quickly, dogs bathed and sorted, chores done. Then it was my turn I hadn't been out on a date for so long, the normal hair wash and shaving of legs and underarms was not on the cards tonight, no, tonight would be a complete pamper. I ran myself a bubble bath and whilst it was filling, sifted through my underwear draw. Seems daft looking back but I like pretty things and nice clothes so when I do go out I like to look my best and that includes my undies. Then it was the big decision, skirt, dress,jeans or slacks? I took out 4 different out fits, hung some on the wardrobe and laid some on the bed, then went to have my bath.
Slipping into the warm soapy water, I started to imagine what the evening would bring. He was due to arrive at 7pm, I had plenty of time to get ready and let my mind drift. My mind didn't leave any details out, from the knock at the door, the first words spoken, the first drink and conversation to the awkward touch and flirtatious glance. In my day dream things were getting very intimate and I was suddenly brought back to earth by my mobile phone ringing. Was it going to be James cancelling our date? I hoped not, grabbing a towel I hurried along the landing to my bedroom to find my phone. “Hello” nervous butterflies filled my stomach as the voice on the other end answered. “Hi Lee, it's James.” Oh no please don't change your mind. “Just wanted to say, if you want to cancel, I'll understand”. I felt an urge to laugh, and with a big sigh I answered. “No, I still want to see you” inside my head the words 'Thank you God' “unless you want too, cancel I mean?”
James's voice sounded as relieved as I felt “great I'll see you at 7pm then, bye for now”. I said my goodbye and fell on the bed clutching my mobile to my chest.
The sound of my heart pumping filled my head, my stomach was turning somersaults and my face was aching from the huge smile on my face. Tonight was looking to be a good night. I dried my hair and sat in my towel painting my nails, still eyeing the choice of outfits for this evening. It's just a drink, in a pub so nothing to dressy. OK that rules out the dress and slacks, I want to be comfortable, would I be constantly fidgeting with my skirt? Jeans it is then. The nice thing about jeans is that you can dress them up or down and still look casual, a few accessories and there you have it. One nervous woman wondering why she's feeling like a teenager?
I put on my underwear, satin and lace, black, sexy yet tasteful, jeans, silk slate grey top, enough décolletage showing to keep the imagination working and a fitted jacket. 'Yep you'll do'. I put on my make up and a spray of perfume and I was ready to go.....no.....shoes, handbag! Pulling on my high heel boots, I sat looking at myself in the mirror, the nerves were really going now, I was fiddling with my mobile, checking it every couple of seconds. Then I gave myself the talk. ' Stop it! There is nothing to get so worked up about. He's a man and your a woman, people do this all the time, your no different. He's seen you half naked on the beach for god's sake. Snap out of it!!'.
There was a knock at the door, and my heart beat so fast I felt like my chest would explode, I started down the stairs. I was picking up speed and stumbled to a halt before opening the door. “deep breath” . The door swung open and there he was, the cause of my anxiety. He looked taller, his eyes bluer, still that warm glow about him and he smelled good enough to eat. “hi ya” I said. “well hello to you too” he answered with that gorgeous smile and dimples, I never noticed them earlier. “come in” I stepped back to let him in. As he stepped forward he leaned in and kissed me on the cheek, the smell of his aftershave filled my nostrils, “Mmmmm, you smell nice” Oh no, did I say that out loud? He laughed and returned the compliment “So do you and you look lovely too”. I could feel the redness fill my face as I blushed.
“Thanks for not backing out” he said as he sat down “it's been a while since I asked anyone out and I nearly cancelled myself”. As we looked at each other it was obvious that we both were feeling exactly the same. And that was the end of the nerves for both parties. “shall we go then” I said picking up my bag and keys. “Yes madam, your carriage awaits” and he stood up and tugged at his hair as if to tip his cap. We laughed and left the house. As we walked to his car he put his hand lightly on my waist, a tingling sensation ran over my skin. 'And so it begins I thought to myself'.
