I have a date this week end with a guy who is 14 years older than me. I only thought he was 12 years older which was pushing it. I am 26 and he is 40. Should the age matter?
2007-02-07 05:37:38 · 37 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
It takes guys longer to mature anyway so he may be your equal! LOL Age doesn't matter unless it bothers either one of you. My guy is 7 years older than me!
2007-02-07 05:46:07 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
That depends on you. Once you reach a certain age. Age should not matter anymore within reason. I am not saying you know you are 26 and dateing a 60 year old. 40 is not that bad. Then again this is up to you. At least give him a shot. He could be a really nice guy and what you are looking for . Age should not be a factor. Especially if you said 12 was pushing it. 14 years more is only a couple more. That is not a big difference.
2007-02-07 05:43:08 · answer #2 · answered by Vthokie25 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Indeed it should, because frankly, you have much more in common when you are at least from the same generation. You and the forty year-old are NOT even close to being of the same generatioon. If he is 40, that means he was born in 1967 (or if he will be 41 at some point this year, in 1966). You were born in what 1981? Come on already, he is nearly old enough to be your father! Many will tell you that this does not matter, but if you do begin a relationship with him you will find how much you DON'T have in common, instead of how much you do. And furthermore, if he is looking to date a woman as young as you, then he is probably having difficulty getting dates with women his own age. I wonder why that is? You should wonder, too! And if you have to ask people on Yahoo what you should do, then here is a clue: You are not very sure of yourself in this particular situation and are having major doubts. If that is the case (and I suspect it is), then the whole thing is WRONG for you! And remember that the answers you get are are primarily from little teens who say things like "Oh yes, go ahead because the sex will be better!" You are 26, do you really want to listen to a bunch of naive teenagers? I hope not!
2007-02-07 05:43:14 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think as long as you are over the age of 21 you are old enough to decide what's too old. If you enjoy each other and there is no weirdness then go for it. Just make sure he doesn't have a lot of baggage like several ex wives, child support, etc.
I once dated a man 18 years older than me when I was 21. We were together about 2 years until we went our seperate ways.
2007-02-07 05:46:01 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Too old? We all have the ability to choose and make a decision sweetie. We all have preferences. It is all up to what you like. You just need to be aware that the age thing is a BIG difference. If you like it that go for it but know his age when you hit 35 years old, or maybe when you hit 40? will you be ok with that? his age? Think it through before you get too serious sweetie, good luck!
2007-02-07 05:51:27 · answer #5 · answered by ahuga 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have fun! But, make sure that he is not carrying emotional baggage that can interrupt your life or your fun. At 26, you don't want to be romanced into a situation where he's constantly harping on and on about his child support problems, divorce, missed opportunites...blah,blah, blah.
So, keep it light and enjoy the night! Get to know him a little and remember not every date is a relationship waiting to happen. Some dating is for practice. Some dating is just a reason to get out of the house for a few hours.
2007-02-07 05:43:13 · answer #6 · answered by TygerLily 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Depends on what you're looking to get out of the relationship. If you just want to date and have fun, go for it. If you're looking for something more serious, you might want to think about it. Does he want to be 60 when his kids graduate from high school? Are you ok with being 46 and having a 60 year-old s/o? Make sure you guys are on the same page with where you want to go in life.
2007-02-07 06:43:04 · answer #7 · answered by cmellicious 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No age doesnt matter at all but if it was a woman with the same issue dating a younger guy would anyone on here be worried? But to answer your question its up to you and what you like and if you and that person has anything in common really he's lived half of his life and your really just begining.
2007-02-07 05:45:41 · answer #8 · answered by cuttie1972 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It depends on what you want from your life and a relationship with him. Yes, he is a bit older. Does he have children? Does he want to have any more? Are you hoping for children? Do you want one with him? How is his health? Is he going to be able to keep you satisfied and/or keep up with you? Do you love him? Are you sure he is not already married and not telling you?
Just some things to keep in mind. Otherwise, if all the answers to these questions seem satisfactory to you, age doesn't matter.
2007-02-07 05:42:52 · answer #9 · answered by sherijgriggs 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If you like the guy. NO! It happens. I dated 36 year old women when I was 19. Dated a 22 year old hotty when I'm 36 now. So it really don't matter. As long as you two agree with the attraction.
GO WITH IT!
2007-02-07 05:41:41 · answer #10 · answered by almondjoy_1000 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋