Who knows if this man even knew what he was saying. I would think, IMO, that he is comparing sex to life. It hapens, its natural. I dont get however, that he thinks there are feelings in the sex, otherwise he woud have describe it as passionate, meaningful...But then again, what man describes sex like that!

I think it also matters how long your EA was. If it was not long, maybe it was his way of telling you, it would only be sex if something were to happen between you two.
Can you give us details on your "almost" sexual affair. I am sure a lot of women could learn a lot from you and your EA. We all understand the sexual affair, the EA are the ones we usually need more understanding with. Please share!