I agree with you...I don't think it is appropriate at all!! I deal with this with my husband now!, I find it very uncomfortable, but in your case...you all have been married for awhile, and he never did this b4..I would personally be concerned. I try to talk to my husband, and let him know that what he does makes me uncomfortable, but he thinks it's ok...and keeps doing it. Have you talked to him about this? And if so, does he still do it? I think your feelings are more important than what he wants sexually, and he needs to respect that. I think that maybe you should tell him to try to wake you maybe by kissing your neck, and if you respond back to him then go from there, but let him know that if you do not respond, then he needs to back off (but say it nicely, and respectfully not to hurt his feelings or ego). Try that to see if maybe he agrees. that's what we are working on right now.

Best of luck!!