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08-24-2005, 11:34 AM | #1 |
Mommy's Little Angel Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Northern New Jersey
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| Question?? Hey everyone, I am a bit confussed.. I am hanging out with this guy (the last couple of days) I am am starting to have feelings for him.. He's really sweet and whenever i am around him, I feel like a princess.. The only problem is he's older than I am... My question is has anyone ever dated someone alot older then them.. BTW, I'm 25 and he's 37 but looks 30.. My good friend and her family know him really well and they have been trying to hook us up and I trust them (as they are like my 2nd family)
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08-24-2005, 11:36 AM | #2 |
Mommy To 3 Poochies Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: New York
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| I don't think that's a big problem. Love comes in all shapes, sizes and ages. If he makes you happy, then don't question anything. Just go for it. Good luck!
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08-24-2005, 11:36 AM | #3 |
My Teeny Lil Super Guy Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: New York City
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| i've never dated anyone over 5 years older than me .. but if hes treating you well go for it.... what is it thats making you think its a prob?
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08-24-2005, 11:40 AM | #4 |
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| i do not see it as a problem you both are adults. and besides it is not like you are 16 and he is 37. |
08-24-2005, 11:42 AM | #5 |
Mommy's Little Angel Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Northern New Jersey
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| Yeah, i mean I am only out of my relationship with justin 3 weeks and he knows I'm not ready to do anything too rash now but I really think I like him.. We've only hung out 2 times but I see him all the time at the gym.. He's just a total sweetheart.. He bought me dinner last night and he's so easy to talk too.. I guess I just worry to much about what others think
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08-24-2005, 11:45 AM | #6 |
YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Soddy Daisy, TN
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| My husband is 12 years older than I am. We connected on a core level, very early in the relationship and were married after 3 months of dating. We have been married 7 years and are still going strong. What impressed me about my man was his honor, trustworthiness, attentiveness to my needs, and he was great in bed . Yes in the very begining, before we started dating, I was concerned about his age (I thought he was too old for me because I was a "hip-happening" woman ), but we blended so well, after about a week, it did not matter anymore and still doesn't. |
08-24-2005, 11:47 AM | #7 |
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| Can I be the devils advocate just because I want you to think it through? Ok here I go. I know I might get crucified but it's ok. So he's 12 years your senior, which is ok now, but what happens when you're still young and want to have fun and he just wants to stay home. Or he that he will be a senior citizen 12 year before you!! Not to mention other things (you know what I mean). I'm totally supportive but just want you to think of these things before hand. It is quite early after Justin too, so just take it slow and however it works out, good luck.
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08-24-2005, 11:47 AM | #8 |
Love my Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: New Port Richey, Florida
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| I think 12 years is a lot but if you like him, then I say go for it.. Its not like your going to marry him tomorrow. And Never worry about what others think, If something or someone makes you happy, that is what is important..BE Happy!
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08-24-2005, 11:48 AM | #9 |
YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Central NY state
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| If it doesn't bother you that he's older, than don't worry about it. I think big age differences are strange when one of the people is really younge (like 16), but when you're older it's not such a big deal. If this is someone you feel like you really connect with, then go for it. Plus, if he looks 30 then that's great- if you're self-conscious about the relationship at first, no one will even know the difference while you're still adjusting! Follow your heart- this could be The One. |
08-24-2005, 12:01 PM | #10 |
Mommy's Little Angel Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Northern New Jersey
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| Like I said, he's really young for his age.. He's a bodybuilder and he's very activie.. likes to do alot of hiking, camping, etc.. I never had any adventure with Justin at all.. I told this guy I'm not ready to be in another relationship yet.. I told him I want to enjoy being single and everything.. Nothing has happened between us yet but like i said, he looks like he's 30 and is just very reassuring and easy to talk to.. I appricaite all of your feedback whether its positive or negative!! I am not rushing things.. He's just a friend right now i think he's just going to stay a friend even though I am dying to hook up, i know its too soon!!
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08-24-2005, 12:08 PM | #11 |
Yorkie Lover Donating Member | Age should not matter...it is the feeling and connection that are important in a relationship...if you and him are comfortable then go for it...but I agree that you should take it slow and have fun for a while...you just got out of a relationship and need time to breathe but keep him around as a friend and then see where that goes... You never know where fate will lead you!!
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08-24-2005, 12:13 PM | #12 | |
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My husband is 8 years older than me and my dad was almost 9 years older than my mom. With me and my husband we've been together for 21 years and married for almost 18. I was 19 when I met him and it was such a relief not having to deal with immature guys that I went to school with and forgive me for being so blunt. No having to worry about if I was going to have to fight them off before the night was over with. That was really what attracted me to my husband I never worried about having to tell him take me home know. I never felt like I had to fight him off. So I definately think that being with a man older than you definately has it advantages. Congrats on the new guy in your life. Enjoy every minute of it. I still do. Sheila Last edited by shecass; 08-24-2005 at 12:15 PM. | |
08-24-2005, 12:15 PM | #13 |
Gracie loves Cosmo Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Kansas
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| Age to me isn't a big deal....I think if you were 18 and he was 30 12 years seems like a lot...and if he is fun...then who cares...and if he treats you good then he sounds like a keeper!!!! Give it a try who knows what can happen!!! BTW my Great Grandparents were 12 years apart and they were married for 60 some years...so good luck and don't worry at all what others think!!!! Keep us posted
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08-24-2005, 12:35 PM | #14 |
Mommy's Little Angel Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Northern New Jersey
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| Yea, as I said right now we are just friends.. Nothing is going on but he;s calls me all the time to say he's thinking about me and that he has such a great time hanging out but he knows my situation and knows I'm not really to be in a relation.. I am enjoying his friendsship though and he's awesome body!!
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08-24-2005, 12:40 PM | #15 | |
YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: North wilkesboro, NC
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Nothing wrong with that just have some fun. You deserve it. Sheila | |
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