Gaeta Posted March 20, 2014 Posted March 20, 2014 I think it's been a while since Nancy dated a 24 year old male.
kiss_andmakeup Posted March 20, 2014 Posted March 20, 2014 Yes it is because the man looks ridiculously old compared to the young fresh woman. He has probably a receding hairline or lost all his hair completely, has a beer gut, his fertility and quality of sperm is on the rapid decline and and top of all that, intellectually a 34 year old man who is already settled in his ways just can't keep up with the wits and the wisdom of a 24 year old young woman. Besides, when he is already 60 and ready to enter nursery care, she is only 50 and in the prime of her life. Such huge age gaps are always a mismatch, I would stay cleer! I would never entertain dating such an old, lame geezer, men at 34 have hit the wall or are about to, and why should a 24 year old in her prime be stuck with someone who is obviously 5 leagues below her. :laugh::laugh:
hermitinator Posted March 20, 2014 Posted March 20, 2014 for those who have experience dating with a 10 year age gap - any thoughts or advice if it is difficult for a 34 year old guy and a 24 year old girl to build a meaningful relationship? i think it's important when thinking longer term that a partner is a good match intellectually and, to some extent, has a career track in mind that would be compatible. To the first issue it's no question we get on really well. and there is quite a bit of physical and emotional affection between us. i guess at 34 and having been single and dated around for a while now, i am ready for something more substantial now (sometimes difficult to find in NYC, where 20 and 30 somethings often behave like they're in perpetual vacation mode). any thoughts or comments appreciated. I am a 23-year-old who is dating a 25-year-old. We are in different perspectives in life because while he is still in college, I am transitioning into the adult world. He acts like a drunk child while I am the more "together" partner of the relationship. Age doesn't matter, but where she is intellectually and career-wise herself.
ssssssc789 Posted March 21, 2014 Posted March 21, 2014 (edited) I say go for whoever's company you enjoy. Regardless of age, but if you are looking for something substantial, just make sure that is clear from the beginning. Edited March 21, 2014 by ssssssc789 didn't like what i included
jmelynxo Posted March 21, 2014 Posted March 21, 2014 My boyfriend and I have been dating for two years, I am 22 and he is almost 32. We both had hard luck dating people our own ages. I hated college boys and he hated that women his own age often were settling or didn't really think they'd find love, or that they had children of their own. We tried so hard not to date but eventually, it just happened and we are so happy, even moreso now that we live together. Of course there are times that the age difference comes up, like trying to find other couple friends that aren't too young or too old and sometimes I want to go out and party and he doesn't. But we do what any couple does in these situations: compromise. Any relationship with any person will have its challenges and obstacles to overcome, in this case it might be age. But I wouldn't rule it out strictly for that reason either. 1
quidproquo89 Posted March 21, 2014 Posted March 21, 2014 for those who have experience dating with a 10 year age gap - any thoughts or advice if it is difficult for a 34 year old guy and a 24 year old girl to build a meaningful relationship? i think it's important when thinking longer term that a partner is a good match intellectually and, to some extent, has a career track in mind that would be compatible. To the first issue it's no question we get on really well. and there is quite a bit of physical and emotional affection between us. i guess at 34 and having been single and dated around for a while now, i am ready for something more substantial now (sometimes difficult to find in NYC, where 20 and 30 somethings often behave like they're in perpetual vacation mode). any thoughts or comments appreciated. Friends of mine have been happily together for years, and I believe the age gap is very similar. As you get older age gaps, don't seem so important, you know. I mean these two friends, I thought were about the same age, didn't even know until they told me. Big part of it maybe be what you like to do sociably/on days off. And behaviour is also a big part. If you are of a similar maturity level then you should be fine. Are you compatible in the traditional sense? If the answer is yes, I feel there should be no problem. May have to adapt a little to accommodate their friends, because they might not be quite as mature. Lol, but that is no big deal, we all have varied friends, not a great factor! I think as long as you are of a similar maturity level, and are compatible and have chemistry, age is of little importance
giblesp Posted March 21, 2014 Posted March 21, 2014 for those who have experience dating with a 10 year age gap - any thoughts or advice if it is difficult for a 34 year old guy and a 24 year old girl to build a meaningful relationship? i think it's important when thinking longer term that a partner is a good match intellectually and, to some extent, has a career track in mind that would be compatible. To the first issue it's no question we get on really well. and there is quite a bit of physical and emotional affection between us. any thoughts or comments appreciated. Women grow up quicker than men generally speaking. But it really is an individual thing. If your a good match then that's what counts. Your still young yourself. Bear in mind that she still has some exploring to do in life, give her the freedom to do that and be in a relationship with you and things should be fine. 1
hotpotato Posted March 21, 2014 Posted March 21, 2014 I think it can work. I was dating a 36 year old man when I was 20. The age didn't matter, we were just two dorky people who liked each other. We went on one date and stayed together for nearly 3 years, and we are still friends to this day 4 years after the break up. He was actually in college when i was in diapers. Talk about different life stages.
readynow Posted March 22, 2014 Posted March 22, 2014 It can definitely work - I don't see any problem with age at all as long as it's legal. We see 40year olds acting like children all the time - it's not the age but the person. I personally don't do well with men younger or the same age as myself. Mostly because I have experienced so much in life , lived in different countries, experienced different cultures, studied widely, made tons of mistakes, lots of losses etc. It really depends on the people and their life experiences or lack of it. 10 years is perfect and would easily go up to 20 even. I say go for it and don't treat her like a child - she's a woman after all.
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