Sarah’s Unforgettable Summer: Final Chapter

Abstract: The 14th and final chapter: The summer ends for Sarah and she returns to the city and her work. Ana's calls to Sarah were frequent, then less so, then dropped off. Ana invites Sarah to see her team play soccer. Ana is distant and aloof towards Sarah, then tells her she's dating another woman. Sarah leaves, never to communicate or see Ana again. The story ends with Sarah taking a retrospective look at her summer, and how Ana has changed her life forever.

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Being busy was my goal for the reminder of the summer. Thinking of Ana almost all the time, I would touch and kiss my necklace several times a day. I was still uncertain about my sexual preference. I was definitely attracted to men, even if they’re total assholes some – no – most of the time. I never was attracted to women – that was until I met Ana. Was I really a lesbian? I don’t think so. Bi? I don’t know. I catch myself deep in thought on this subject, then surmise - does it really matter?

I invited my city friends out to the beach house for a couple of days. Then I invited Josh and Beth for the final holiday weekend. My necklace from Ana was still around my neck. I debated whether to remove it while they were here, thinking it would lead to a lot of questions. I decided to wear it. I have nothing to hide, letting them know of my summer romance with a woman half my age.

Ana and I spoke every night - wanting to know how things were going. I enjoyed our conversation, our phone sex, telling her I loved her, she telling me she loved me too. I asked when I could come see her for a visit. She told me soon, she needed to get settled first.

With my unforgettable summer ending, I packed my belongings into my beat-up SUV and drove back to my apartment in the city. The school year started and I plunged myself into teaching my students. Ana’s calls to me slowed to a few times a week, but I still felt her love for me. I gave her the same.

Then her calls dropped-off. I started to call her and we spoke, but I didn’t feel that passion in her voice. I told her I still wanted to come visit her when the time was right. She said she loved me and would let me know.

A few weeks later, Ana called and told me that her team was playing a rival, an important game, at a university about a three hour drive from my home. It would be played on a Saturday evening, broadcasting on a major sports channel. She asked if I would come. I was thrilled and said I would. We finished our call with “I love yous” and “see you soon.”

Arriving at the stadium in the late afternoon, I was given a VIP pass and waited outside her team’s locker room for Ana to appear. I was excited to see her again, fondling my necklace with my fingers, and kissing it. She came out, we hugged and kissed, my tears welling with joy. Although Ana was glad to see me, I didn’t feel her love and passion, as I felt when we spent our summer together. She also wasn’t wearing the necklace she bought for us. I figured maybe it was a team rule not to wear jewelry, maybe she was up tight about the important game. I kissed her, wished her good luck, and went to the stands to watch. It was a close and exciting game. Her team won.

It was late when we left the stadium, I drove us to an all-night diner to eat. I was hoping she would be thrilled with the victory, and us being together again, but I found her aloof and distant. She was still not wearing our necklace. I knew something was wrong. I said nothing.

I took her back to my hotel room where she spent the night. I made love to her while she had sex with me. At breakfast the next morning, I confronted her. She told me she’s dating another woman, a tenured professor, who chairs the Psychology Department at the university where she coaches. She didn’t have to tell me, but it confirmed what I already knew.

I drove her back to the hotel where her team stayed overnight, the bus outside loading the team and their belongings. We got out of my SUV, we hugged, kissed, and said goodbye. I didn’t say “I love you” to her, and she didn’t say it to me.

I stayed in the SUV for a few minutes, watching her rejoin her team and board the bus. I pulled away and headed home. I surprised myself by not crying. I was sad, hollow, completely empty inside. I knew this would happen. I was ready for it. Ana and I never texted, spoke, or saw each other again.

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Ana is no longer with me, but remains within me. I still wear the necklace she bought for us, I shave my body everyday, and get a “Hollywood Wax” every week. I masturbate frequently with the sex toys she left for me. I’m naked every time I’m in private. I wear dresses above the knee, with no bra or panties - weather permitting. I go to the gym five times a week, have a personal trainer, eat healthy, and take supplements. I’m more fit, leaner, with a bit more muscle, and if I must say – sexier. I feel and look like I’m 10 years younger. A few months ago, I removed Ana’s necklace and now keep it in a jewelry box in my top draw, looking and touching it from time to time.

I started dating. I met a special someone and have fallen in love – with a woman. Kathy and I go to the same gym where we struck up a friendship, and it blossomed from there. I asked Kathy out – something I would have never done if I hadn’t met Ana.

I don’t know if my life would be where it is now if Ana and I hadn’t shared my unforgettable summer. I will remember her, and love her, with fondness – forever.

Oh, and by the way, Kathy loves when I use the strap-on dildo on her.