What a day! Donna took a moment to look in the mirror. She had stepped into the ladies room at the seaside eatery. Her new beau, Roy, was waiting for her there. Her kids were at her ex's for a few weeks so she was excited when Roy announced their small vacation plans. Like her, he was in his early 40's, married once but without kids. He had not met hers, but as things were progressing to something more serious she wondered how he would be with them. She could tell he was kind hearted, especially when he smiled big. His narrow brown eyes and smooth cheeks attracted her to him when they first met at the charity walk. Several months later after sporadic dates, countless texts and phone calls they finally had a weekend together. As she teased her hair slightly she wondered when he would make his move.
Roy smiled as Donna returned to the table. He loved her company. He described her to his family and friends as "adorable". She was a little over five feet with softly highlighted brown hair to her shoulders, hazel eyes, and soft womanly curves. She complained about her hips, but he didn't. He loved watching her only she did not know it.
"Ready to get back on the bike?" He asked.
"Oh if I must." Her semi-sarcastic tone ended with a grin. "You just like that I have to hold onto you."
"Yep." He smirked back. They walked out holding hands.
Riding the motorcycle back to the beach house Donna relished the sights and smells you cannot get in a car. She was enjoying herself. When they arrived to the beach house yesterday they spent the evening sipping wine and watching the sunset from the house's porch. She relaxed and finally crashed hard. Apparently Roy had helped her into a bedroom and she woke up alone with all of her bags in the room with her. He was in another room. What a gentleman!
They pulled into the beach house. It was midafternoon and the sun was high and the big hammock in the shade looked inviting. Donna flipped off her sandals and settled in.
"Need a nap?" Roy asked.
"Maybe", she answered. He could see it in her eyes.
"Well tonight we have something fun planned. It is a surprise." He kicked off his shoes to join her.
"Oh?" Donna asked wondering, reaching for his hand as he lay next to her.
"Remember when talked about learning to sail? I have a boat we can borrow for the evening. In fact, if you want, we can anchor just inside the barrier island and sleep on deck with the warm sea breeze under the stars." Roy was fishing. He was not sure what she would say.
"You mean overnight?"
"Yes. If you want, I can bring dinner and breakfast for us and..."
"Yes." She cut him off. Inside she was jumping with excitement. He was thoughtful and he took charge with a plan, a romantic plan. She hoped skinny dipping with him was in order.
"Nap time." She kissed him quickly.
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"This is fun!" Donna announced. She was covered in sunscreen with big sunglasses and a sun visor. The day sail boat was cruising across the bay. People in other boats waved and Donna waved back. The boat was not that big, but had a small cabin and a "head" which Donna learned meant bathroom. After a few hours they made their way to the back end of the barrier island.
She watched Roy at the helm. He was a little short of six foot with a deeply receding hairline. He kept his hair trimmed short and his face clean shaven. She knew he jogged and swam to stay in shape or "keep off the spare tire" as he put it. She thought he was handsome in his shorts and breathable sport fishing shirts that were popular for men to wear on the coast.
The island was mostly sand and grass with shorebirds as residents. Roy coached her how to bring the sail down as they anchored and settled. Roy brought out two black bags and hung them on the sides of the mast.
"What are those?" Donna wondered.
"These are our warm water showers. Don't worry, we can shower after dark so no one will see us. Maybe you can wash my back."
"Bet on it." Her tone was firm.
Roy moved to her, wrapping his arms around her waist. She looked up at him, slightly frowned "All I can see is me in your sunglasses."
"I'm ok with that." He kissed her, his embrace was solid. Donna loved that the moment lingered.
"Ready to go hot beachcomber girl?"
"Yes."
They gathered a few things, slipped in to the water and headed to the beach.
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"Your class is going to love those shells. What a fun teacher to bring all 25 kids a shell." Roy was admiring the full mesh bag.
"I am a fun teacher. The best teacher they have...this year." She chuckled.
Roy rinsed the shells in the water to get rid of the excess sand put them into the boat. He turned to Donna. "Want to cool off before dinner?"
"Sure, but don't get my hair wet." She peeled off her long t-shirt that covered her bathing suit. Roy unbuttoned his bright colored fishing shirt. Roy put both inside the boat and fished out two beers from the ice chest.
"Ooo...my hero." She accepted hers.
"Hold mine please." Roy took off his cap and sunglasses and submerged his head under the cooler water. He can back up and put his cap on.
"Wait. Leave your glasses off." Donna took hers off and they both put them in the boat. They sat in the stern's shade, the water up to their neck and shoulders. Roy made a move. He pulled her to him. She was facing him and settled with her legs over his. He sipped his cold one and put his arm behind her neck.
"Thank you for coming." He said and leaned. It was a steamy, somewhat salty series of kisses.
"All that AND beer." Donna announced proudly.
"It is because of your hotness." Roy retorted followed by a big sip.
"Yeah whatever" Donna was not convinced.
"Believe it. You are a beautiful woman and I am proud to be seen with you." Roy let the silence linger.
