Well, I mustered up the courage to accept his offer and we met for lunch today. We kept the conversation light and he was easy to talk to. He was a gentleman and he didn't pressure me for anything more. It was, afterall, just lunch and one small step forward.
Your replies gave me the courage to take that first step. I don't know what I'd do without out all. Today I got busy living. It feels good to walk among the living again.