Tam and I unpacked in our stateroom after leaving mom in her room to unwind and get some sleep before dinner. Our room was more like a cabin than a stateroom. It was at least a third of the size of the hotel room we'd stayed in during our Paris stop. It came with a queen bed instead of a king so, Tam and I were going to be very close, which wasn't a bad thing.
After unpacking, we took a stroll around the ship. Most of the vessels in the cruise line we prefer are relatively the same so, I knew my way around. I showed Tam the tiny little workout room, which got a giggle from her. We went up on deck, where we played around with the giant chess pieces for a bit. We met a few of our fellow passengers. We even talked for a good thirty minutes with a couple from Wisconsin.
We watched as private cars, limos, and mini-vans dropped people off to join our excursion. We didn't see anyone close to our age. Most were at least mom's age or older, which wasn't a surprise to me. We'd comment quietly to each guessing where each couple or group originated. In my cruising experience, most come from the states, Canada, England, or Ireland. Mom and I did meet a lovely Japanese couple from Canada last time. We listened to their stories and told them a few of our own.
It was getting close to six when we went below to change for the get-together. That's when the Cruise Director introduces the Captain and all the department heads. They serve champagne, and it lasts a little over an hour, which is a segue to dinner. When we'd finished dressing, we checked on mom, waking her so she could get ready. She probably wouldn't stay long at the introduction since she'd been feeling poorly. She enjoys those meet and greets, which do nothing for me. She needed to eat something substantial living on soup for the past couple of days, and dinner is usually ready right after the meeting.
We joined our fellow travelers sipping champagne and listening to the introductions. It was fun, Tam had never heard so many different accents and smiled the entire time. Mom sat through it all without coughing, which was a good sign. After the introductions, we walked mom around a bit then down to dinner. We quickly ate so mom could get back to bed. Is was a shame because some of the wait staff can be very entertaining. Tam and I enjoyed a couple of glasses of wine with dinner while mom had water.
We walked mom back to her room as the ship got underway. It was getting dark, and on this particular cruise, they head East from our mooring first to look at the Eiffel Tower before heading West. Mom had seen it before as had I. She was happy to go back to her cabin and sleep, hoping it would help break her illness. Tam and I escorted her, making sure she got settled then went up on deck to look at the lights.
Tam was in awe, and it was a bit cool, so we locked arms to keep a bit warmer. The warmth we created not only comforted me, but it also aroused me. I could feel my body anticipating what would probably occur when we got back to our room after viewing the lights. Despite being a somewhat romantic show, we maintained our composure with the other passengers around. I didn't want any hint of improprieties while we were on the ship. We watched as the ship paused to look at the tower marveling in its light. One of the wait staff handed out shots of liqueur as the air grew cooler as the ship did an about-face to continue on our journey. Tam snapped quite a few pictures with her phone, a few selfies, and some of us together via helpful passengers. She made sure to whine a bit out loud about mom not being up on the deck to take in the view, which I thought was a nice touch.
When did a one-eighty back under the bridges, passing our original mooring. The tower faded off into the distance, so we figured it was time to call it a night. Slowly walking through the ship, we greeted other passengers heading back to their cabins after such an excellent beginning to what would be a most memorable cruise.
We checked on mom who was reading before calling it a night. She seemed to be feeling a little better, asking how the tower was and if Tam enjoyed the view. Tam described it in great detail, her eyes lighting up as she recounted the ship's upper steering area being lowered to clear one of the arches spanning the river. Mom smiled, telling her she was glad she was enjoying the trip so far. Tam sighed, wishing mom were there to enjoy it with her. I felt like I was invisible for a few minutes watching them talk. After about twenty minutes, mom yawned and asked us to wake her for breakfast. Tam mentioned we were going to try the little gym as soon as it was open. Mom laughed, telling her she was nuts; this was a vacation.
Tam smiled, nodding her head.
We left mom to sleep then walked the short distance down the passageway to our room. We said goodnight to a few couples who passed us then entered our room. As soon as the door was closed and latched, Tam swept me into her arms for a long-awaited kiss.
We stood making out still fully dressed, enjoying our lips together. When Tam had me thoroughly worked up, she cut me loose and told me to undress her.
I unzipped her jacket, placing it in the closet. Then her blouse, followed by her bra. She stopped me at that point as she cupped her small breasts. It was obvious what she wanted. Still fully dressed, I placed my arms around her waist. Then I gladly leaned in and began to suckle. Her fingers slipped through my hair as I tugged and sucked as if I were a newborn. For some reason, her smaller breasts aroused me more than I realized.
As I got into it, she softly whispered, "Slow down, kitten, it's still early."
With that, I eased up slightly, my hands massaging her bare hips. She moaned quietly, enjoying my attempt to please her. After a few more minutes, she instructed me to finish undressing her. I left her breast with a loud 'pop' grinning as I did.
She smiled, cupping my face with her hands, "On your knees, Cee."
I dropped down to remove her shoes, slipping each one off in turn. I carefully set them aside. Then I reached up to unbutton her slacks. Easing the zipper down, I let her wiggle, her pants dropping to her ankles where I helped her step out of them. I ran my hands over her calves, enjoying the softness. I continued up her legs from behind as I got up on one knee. Then reaching over her butt cheeks, I slipped my fingers into her waistband to ease her panties down her legs. I could tell she was enjoying my little show because a dark spot was visible in the front of her panties. Smiling, I didn't say a thing, lowering her lacey panties down her legs. Tam could tell I was enthralled as I gently touched her taut muscles. She stepped out of the bundled lace at her feet, offering her hands to help me up. Slipping my fingers between hers, I rose.
She began undressing me, taking her time as did I. Only she would pause to tease me with a kiss here and a kiss there. When she finally got to my panties, she commented on the dark spot, giggling as she teased me about it.
I blushed, "You knew it was there. How could I not be aroused by you, Tam."
