Women who are far too young are sometimes casually attracted to me. Should I ignore them or tell them my age?

Question

Here's the background to this unusual question. Through some freaky genetics, I appear about 15 years younger (according to friends) than my actual age of 51 (not claiming handsome, just younger). Even stranger, I've recently started attracting some women who are far too young -- 18 to 25. Once they find out how old I am (I don't lie about it), they are always embarassed and quickly bail out. That's completely understandable, and if they didn't bail, I would, because that's just way too far apart (even Hollywood couldn't figure how to make it work in Lost In Translation).

So, when one of these young women shows casual interest and waits for me to break the ice, should I:

a) Act oblivious and pretend to ignore her until she leaves.

b) Break the ice, complement her on what's hot about her, followed up by telling her my age and that she's too young for me, so we can all just move on.

So ladies -- would you prefer to be ignored or given a quick dose of reality? Thanks!

Answer 1

The quick dose of reality. I rather know why the guy didn't like me than ponder a long while. Also, maybe one of the girls you attract will want an older man and then that's a good thing for you, right? Anyways, good luck!

Answer 2

DUDE!!! You have what most men your age WISH they had... To be attractive to younger women... Which would you prefer??? Younger, older or same age???

Personally, I wouldn't knock it... Go with it... Okay, so some women (or girls) will bail when they learn your true age... So, DON'T TELL THEM UNLESS THEY ASK!!!

There is nothing wrong with older men and much younger women... Enjoy it, it won't last for very long... And you must be in good shape for your age too... Just go with the sex... And if someone comes along who isn't scared by the age difference, why should you be... You don't HAVE to get into a relationship, you can just be friends and learn things from each other... And if it don't last, where is the problem??? Life is like that...

Answer 3

I often have the same problem however I am a woman of 33 and am constantly asked if i a m 23.. that is a nice feeling but I always say hey thanks but i am 33 and your way too young..sometimes if someone is not sure of your age I think they guess you around there own age range...
good for you but no need to flirt just let the girls know your an old man.. but thank them for the complement..

Answer 4

My husband is 8 1/2 years older than me ( I am 23 in june, and he is 31 in september ) we have been together for at least 5 years... Personally speaking, I would not go over 35. It may have been the particular taste of said women; not a generalization of all young women liking older men.

Answer 5

Here's what I'd do if I were you. When these very young girls try and talk to you, I'd respond politely, tell them that you're 51 and, although you're very flattered by their attention, you feel that they are WAY too young for you.

Answer 6

Just be honest with them if it comes up, if not just have great fun and leave it at that. So what about a age difference, who cares??? Just enjoy life!!!

Answer 7

1st impression is important, BUT I am sure you have "something else" that attracts this women other than your "young looks". Anyway if you really like the person why does age matters?.

Anyway I would have selected b), however please let me decide for myself if you are too old for me.

Answer 8

Just be up front and honest. And then feel flattered that a young chick had the hots for you.

Answer 9

Surely they'd recognise your walker for what it is, wouldn't they? lol.

Answer 10

Even if they dont want reality, they need it, Everybody needs a daily dose of reality...