milly007 Posted September 24, 2017 Share Posted September 24, 2017 Was recently approached by a guy, who I thought was maybe 7 or 8 years older than me. Turns out he's 15 years older. I told him the age gap makes me feel a bit apprehensive. He said he understood, but doesn't want me to decide until after he's taken me out on a date. I'm willing to keep an open mind here and go out with him. I'm also trying to have more fun with dating these days. Just curious to hear about other people's experiences who've dated outside their preferred age range. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seraphim Posted September 24, 2017 Share Posted September 24, 2017 I haven't but my mom's second husband was 10 years older than her and her third one is eight years older than her . I am 2 1/2 years older than my husband but that's not really an age difference . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pippy longstocking Posted September 24, 2017 Share Posted September 24, 2017 I am 9 years older then my daughters dad ..I thought it was 10 ..maybe it is ..who knows ...clearly not me * has a little chuckle at ones own fabness Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seraphim Posted September 24, 2017 Share Posted September 24, 2017 My grandmother was 10 years older than my grandfather it worked out just fine . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissCanuck Posted September 24, 2017 Share Posted September 24, 2017 My current partner is 50, and I am 36. We have been dating nearly 3 years now. Although I never really pictured myself with someone that much older than me, we are very compatible and happy together. I think much of this depends on each person's past experiences, life goals, current lifestyles and so on. I also think the ages of the people in question are important. Had we met when I was 20 and he was 34, for example, it likely wouldn't have worked well because we'd have been at completely different points in our lives. But where we're both at now in our lives works well for us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pippy longstocking Posted September 24, 2017 Share Posted September 24, 2017 My current partner is 50, and I am 36. We have been dating nearly 3 years now. Although I never really pictured myself with someone that much older than me, we are very compatible and happy together. I think much of this depends on each person's past experiences, life goals, current lifestyles and so on. I also think the ages of the people in question are important. Had we met when I was 20 and he was 34, for example, it likely wouldn't have worked well because we'd have been at completely different points in our lives. But where we're both at now in our lives works well for us. I had you down as so much older ! funny isn't it , the image we conjure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melancholy123 Posted September 24, 2017 Share Posted September 24, 2017 So how old are you two? If you are 17 and he is 32 then that's too much of a gap. If you are 40 and he's 55 then it's not a big deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissCanuck Posted September 24, 2017 Share Posted September 24, 2017 I had you down as so much older ! funny isn't it , the image we conjure Ha, indeed! Keep on fabbin', pippy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fudgie Posted September 24, 2017 Share Posted September 24, 2017 I used to date older men exclusively, the oldest was 39 years my senior so he was in his late 50s when I was in my early 20s. We were together for almost 3 years. My boyfriend now is about my age but I've always remained open to dating older men when I was single. My first love was significantly older than me and I think that may have influenced me at an early age. I am genuinely physically attracted to older man and, generally speaking, find them more attractive than men my age. One thing I can tell you is that despite what people say, I think the younger woman (provided she is an adult and is competent) is the one who holds the power in the relationship. It's unspoken but it's there. Not the older man, unless he's pulling her by the proverbial purse strings and she's dependent on his support. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milly007 Posted September 24, 2017 Author Share Posted September 24, 2017 This guy has actually approached me before, and at the time, I wasn't interested at all. It's funny how our minds can change. I've always been more attracted to men at least my age or older. I just wasn't expecting to date anyone 15 years older. Either way, I'm looking forward to seeing him this week. I have no expectations, and it's only one date. Just looking to have fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quirky Posted September 24, 2017 Share Posted September 24, 2017 I prefer guys my age or with a small age difference 5 years either way. I have a slight preference for younger guys. I find much older men unappealing and cringy. I mean..they have white hair when I don't, I am not attracted to that and I have thoughts that he won't have stamina in bed, will start having health problems before me etc. Once I had some confusing romantic feelings for an older guy but he was my teacher so I suspect other unconscious things were going on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SherrySher Posted September 24, 2017 Share Posted September 24, 2017 Ten years and under doesn't seem like a big deal but over ten, then yes, it's starting to be a bit too much of an age gap (in my opinion) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Blaze Posted September 24, 2017 Share Posted September 24, 2017 I was 24, she was 39. it was fun at first but when it started to get really serious, we just werent on the same page not to mention she had other issues and cheated on me lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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