Wanna talk about "HIM"?

Several of you have inquired about "him." Up until about 10 minutes ago there wasn't much to say. I've been giving him his space and letting him decide what goes on between us. Things have been friendly - even comfortable - but there has been no indication that he misses time spent with me. We've spoken nearly everyday, but it's small talk.
I called him when I came home from vacation just to let him know I was in safe. I told him I had missed him and that it would be nice to see him. But I didn't insist. We spoke briefly yesterday and he said he'd call me later. But he didn't. And I didn't call to check in with him.
Turns out he came down with a small case of food poisoning. He called this morning to tell me. I know he is away for work right now, so I asked him why he didn't just go home. Here is the kicker - he thought I meant my house! I was floored. He's been over to my place only a small handful of times and when I mention home to him he thinks instantly of my house. Don't ask me where that came from.
We talked a few more minutes then he asked if I'd like to come to the town he's working in. Keep in mind we haven't really been alone since before the birthday fiasco in June. I told him that I could probably arrange that. I asked if I should bring things for tomorrow - he said that was up to me. I probably won't - don't want to push him too far in the wrong direction - but at least he didn't just flat out refuse the idea.
I have to wonder if what Brandon said is true - is it all about the sex? Is that why he hangs around? Brandon seems to think that the only reason a man "his" age would find interest in me would be for sex. Brandon thinks that he has to have someone else on the side. I hate to think that's true - I'm not sure how he could juggle 2 women and an ex on top of work. I would like to think he has more respect for me than that. He obviously knows my feelings and hopes for us are far greater than physical relations. Once again I'm left trusting time will show me the truth.
So I guess I'm going to see him tonight. I'm excited and nervous all at once. Maybe that's how I know it's real - he still gives me butterflies...