So we are each others bubble, but there is a distance (couple of hours drive) and he doesn't drive. I have had a long week at work (doing a lot of hours and been burning the candle both ends) but unexpectedly find myself without the kids this weekend. He has no kids or commitments.
I mentioned I was alone and willing to spoil him, and he said lovely...but he couldn't get here unless I drove to get him or he got his mother to give him a lift!!! (Yes, I know!) Reluctantly conceded he could get the train but thought I 'wouldn't want him wasting the money'.
I don't ask for much, but heck it was a huge, huge turn off. I ended up saying it was fine, I had housework to do etc etc. But it isn't. I want someone to romance the life out of me and to just say 'Hell, Yes. I'm jumping on the train and I'll be there to sweep you off your feet by midnight'.
Btw, this isn't commonplace. First time I've asked.
Yes, I know it's unreasonable but sometimes I long for that Milk Tray man!