jane, 45, usa

My male friend of eight years & I decided to take our relationship to the next level. we both felt good about it and it seemed right. Now 3 months later he said it was not what he expected. Not the joyous angelic feeling he has been trying to find for 34 years. We both feel deeply for each other and talk everyday. I don't think he realizes that some feelings take time to develop. Am I wrong?