Mandy Our paths crossed What makes us continue to stray in later life – that is one hell of a question. When your relationship becomes cold and there is little or no physical contact between you and yet as a couple your life is “comfortable” people often look for something more to spark things into life I started to look on Friends Reunited Dating and this did provide some uplift, chatting with someone new is a bit like a first date, finding out about each other particularly what the other person is looking for. Occasionally the conversations became quite raunchy and for a man whose sex life had ceased, this was a pleasant way to pass the time. Then along came Mandy and I knew. There was no picture to go by and the conversations were short, punctuated by log off and log on but there was something – I couldn’t put my finger on it but I started to look forward to her logging in. It was like a bug and I was quite down when she wasn’t there. I could log on all day as I was in a private office whereas she was in a front office / reception so I had to watch and wait. We were in similar situations within our marriages, neither wanting to separate or divorce but simply going though the routine. Although I was trying to change things with little success, Mandy’s main concerns were her husband’s coldness, general finances and her girls who were growing up fast. I was trying hard at home with surprises, journeys out to somewhere new, holiday’s but even though we seemed generally happy there was no contact, not even the regulatory morning goodbye kiss. So Mandy and I started with a lot in common then it progressed. We started to talk about our love lives and the conversations became a huge turn on for us both. I so wanted to please and make love to this mystery woman. She eventually emailed a picture. It was a distance shot of her with her daughters. Too far away to make much out but now I could visualise her as we spoke. Then came the day – we arranged to meet. We were only 20 miles apart so we arranged to meet in a Macdonald’s car park half way between us – how romantic. At least we could be sure not to miss each other, the plan being to move on from there and have a drink. She advised me that she would have her cy belt locked and in place just in case I got carried away. I felt nervous and as I pulled in to the car park. I saw a car that fitted the description and I pulled up nearby. It was her. She got out and it was one of those moments I will never forget – she was absolutely gorgeous, long hair, fabulous smile and an over whelming warmth as our eyes met. We said hello and had a brief hug which she didn’t seem to mind. We drove to a Harvester and sat in a corner not eating. We talked. It was so natural. She was so proud of her girls and it quickly became obvious she was not going to jump out of her relationship so there was no obvious threat of upheaval to either of us. When we left we held hands and kissed goodbye – it was a warm kiss, the kiss of someone who was not afraid of contact and closeness Things develop The following day I waited for her to log on. Lots of things went through my mind – there was a big age gap so would she say thanks and goodbye, was I a disappointment, was I not what she expected or wanted. She logged on and we talked and agreed to meet again. I couldn’t wait – it was like being 16 again. We met at a pub and had a salad and talked. We kissed and held hands unashamedly. The conversations flowed. I was determined not to hide anything. It is hard enough hiding things from your wife without hiding things from your lover ( there I’ve said it, all my hopes in one short word ). When we left I invited her to my car so we could talk before going back to our normal lives. She got in and we talked then we hugged and finally kissed. It was a warm kiss, loving and lingering. We kissed again and our tongues entwined as I started to explore her body. She didn’t resist as I gently cupped her breasts and kissed her nipples. I realised she was relaxed about the way things were progressing as she gently moaned. She started to touch me and it was heaven. I hadn’t been touched for some time now. The thoughts raced in my mind as I explored her and found a wonderful wetness. I seemed to do the things she enjoyed and no words were spoken until she came. Relationship This definitely wasn’t a quick fling. We were sharing things, our feelings, things in our lives that concerned us, advising each other as we became lovers and best friends. I was lucky as my company were moving towards a closure so I was able to get out early most Thursdays so we could meet in a lovely pub with a great garden. This meant we were able to meet once each week although this was added to by frequent Saturday’s and hastily grabbed opportunities as they came along. I clearly recall meeting 4 days on the trot – heaven. The weather was getting warmer, so on our regular Thursday’s we would sit in the pub garden with a bottle of chilled white wine. The troubles of the world and particularly our own troubles were miles away. We were so relaxed. We would only have swapped this for a harbour side restaurant with boats gently gliding by. The staff would always say hello when we came in with a warm smile ( we think they knew we were an illicit couple ) – reminded me of Dustin Hoffman’s alter ego when he checked in at the hotel in The Graduate ( Mr Gladstone ). I have been past the hotel with my family and although my wife said this looks a nice place we didn’t go in as I am sure there would have been plenty of “hi how are you” and “good to see you again” At the end of our afternoon we would make love in my car – a little dangerous as the car park was busy. Maybe this added to the excitement, I don’t know but Mandy would invariably have an intense orgasm – sometimes several. I recall the times she made me orgasm and the heavenly warmth when this was through using her wonderful mouth. Day trips Soon into the affair we took a day off together and went to Wallingford ( where Mandy grew up ). She had often asked her husband to take her without success. This gesture brought further warmth to the relationship. A leisurely drive followed by cake and coffee from the village baker ( she is a glutton for Skinny Latte ). This was followed by a drive to the house she had lived in and a wander round the area, then on to Henley for a picnic by the river and a glass of wine. We then moved on to the wonderful spot called Little Britain near Iver Village to watch the ducks and of course to make love. We knew each other’s bodies intimately, I knew her touch and her feel and lost count of the orgasm’s which gave me as much pleasure as she gained. Not long after this another day followed with a trip to Southend starting with Old Leigh and sea food followed by rides in the pleasure park and a walk on the pier. It’s amazing how simples things can mean so much when you share them with someone you love – yes love. I had blurted out my feelings in the car. I had to before I burst. I couldn’t believe I was sharing such wonderful times with someone so gorgeous and someone who would turn heads anywhere. This gave me a strange feeling of pride. I enjoy music and the word’s of wonderful tonight flooded my mind “ everyone turns to see this beautiful lady walking around with me” By now we had our song Adele –“to make you feel my love” and I bought her Songbird at Christmas which I find fantastic to listen to with the lights down when you are alone in thought or curled up with the love of your life. Two other trips followed:- Orford and smoked salmon with a trip up to Southwold which is like going back in time. Mandy loves the sight and sound of the sea. On the way back we stopped in the designer outlet at Braintree and bought each other presents – I bought her beautiful bright knickers rose pink, emerald green and French blue and have had the pleasure of seeing and removing these many times. She bought me a very heavy griddle pan ideal for steaks which will get a lot of use Our most recent day out was to Virginia Water followed by Winsor great park, Eton and Marlow. We had a fabulous lunch in Loch Fyne, one of our favourite restaurants. Ordinary days out you might say but not for me, these are etched in the memory Back to my place Very dangerous I know but so far Mandy has been to my place three times. I cooked a brilliant fillet steak in red wine – pity the griddle pan came later as I am sure it would have given it a greater edge. Although there was an increase danger of being caught, making love in my house was wonderful in that we were both naked and able to absorb each other’s bodies totally unhurried. It makes me realise how things could be. Mandy’s husband has been an unattentive and a selfish lover for some time and this has driven a wedge between them. However he seems to have come to his senses and wants to make an effort to repair the damage. Mandy has her daughters to think of and realises that if they don’t patch things up, once the daughters leave and they just sit in silence, the inevitable will happen. So at present I have to sit and wait with only the phone and text for comfort. Go back to Friends Reunited I hear you say – defiantly not. Why look for a second hand mini when you have had a Rolls Royce – watch this space.