I divorced my husband this year after a 31-year marriage; the decree absolute was granted 5 weeks ago.
Over the past year, I've become friendly with a local man. We've enjoyed each other's company over many cups of tea and he has recently accepted my invitation to dinner one evening in December (my house - I'm cooking). He has given me flowers and chocolates on a few occasions and always treats me with the greatest respect. We text each other most days and he shares photos of his family with me (he has 2 daughters and 3 small grandchildren - he's been a widower for 11 years).
My issue is: does he see me as more than a friend - i.e. would he like our friendship to develop further? Is it too early after divorce for me to be thinking along such lines? Should I just enjoy the attention he gives me and not spoil things? I'm genuinely very fond of him. We hug and kiss when greeting and saying goodbye to each other. The kisses, even though on the lips, are light and could hardly be described as full of passion!
It's a long time since I've 'dated' so I'm a bit out of practice! I'm 61 and he's 65.
Any advice, comments, etc. welcome!
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