woolybanana Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 Well, there I was, selecting delightful ladies to chat to, and concentrating on one in particular who was, well, just right. And then I looked more closely at the age difference and froze, then said au revoir. Because she was 14 years younger than me and I felt spooked.Am I mad, do I have scrupules about seeing some younger person being stuck with me in a few years when my bits are failing and she can't or won't go away? Or should I go for it and what the hell....? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gardian Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 Gird up your scrupules and go for it.What the hell if she's only after your money.[blink] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 Go for it.You only go this way but once. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
idun Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 Not as if you are 30, is it? If someone makes you happy and you make them happy, go for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chancer Posted February 2, 2011 Share Posted February 2, 2011 I watched a program on the Playboy empire and more particularly Hugh Hefner, he was in fact the married man with kids before embarking on his decadent lifestyle, they interviewed on of his ex's now hers[6]elf in her 50's, I think she was 18 or so and he in his 50's when he propositioned her, she said "I am worried about the age difference, I have not been out with anyome over 24 before", Heff replied "dont worry neither have I!" [:D]My ex was 16 years younger than me and it was never a problem, sometimes when she was spoiling for a fight or looking for a way out she would bring it up though. She recently told me that her new man is older than me [:P]Go for it Wooly, my father was 15 years older than my mother and 20 years older than my step-mother (not a divore my mother died) and they were both excellent relationships, he remained single until he was 33 and had over 25 years with each of them.What site are you using if I may ask?Editted, I will probably get some real stick from the girls for this but here goes nothing:Wooly I think I can estimate your age, if I am right then a woman 14 years younger than you will already have had some vital bits (for procreation at least) fail in the general coure of nature whereas as your banana I expect still functions quite well after a fashion [:P]So what are you worried about? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Coeur de Lion Posted February 2, 2011 Share Posted February 2, 2011 Wooly, go for it. My current girlfriend is a whopping 10 months older than I. She's 40 already (sniggers).Nothing ventured, nothing gained.He who dares, wins etc etc etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Âme Posted February 2, 2011 Share Posted February 2, 2011 Hello Wooly :)To give you a direct answer to the subject line: Yes. It seems a bit stooopid to me to dismiss somebody based on their age. Some might even think that ageist (some might even be able to spell it [;-)])I'm about that much younger than Mr A... I know people of my age who I find 'old', yet have close friends who are 20 years older than I am. It's to do with outlook rather than the date on a birth certificate.Follow your instinct. Be happy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russethouse Posted February 2, 2011 Share Posted February 2, 2011 Am I mad, do I have scrupules about seeing some younger person being stuck with me in a few years when my bits are failing and she can't or won't go away?You are kind of rushing your fences aren't you ? Isn't it a bit premature to worry about this yet ? Have you actually met her ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
just john Posted February 2, 2011 Share Posted February 2, 2011 [quote user="Chancer"] I watched a program on Hugh Hefner, [:D] [/quote]My advice would be if you have enough in common to meet then why not, I'm sure you'll figure it out as you go along, if in doubt then Chancer reminded me of the mime Ricky Gervais did about HH, that should give it away! Ricky Gervais - Golden Globe awards (4mins in) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woolybanana Posted February 2, 2011 Author Share Posted February 2, 2011 [quote user="Russethouse"]Am I mad, do I have scrupules about seeing some younger person being stuck with me in a few years when my bits are failing and she can't or won't go away?You are kind of rushing your fences aren't you ? Isn't it a bit premature to worry about this yet ? Have you actually met her ? [/quote]Well, yes RH, at one level I am, but it seems wrong to start with someone and then back away on those grounds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russethouse Posted February 2, 2011 Share Posted February 2, 2011 Well Woolly, it takes two, I'm sure if the person in question doesn't want to proceed for whatever reason, they will let you know.And I guess we all know of partnerships where there was a substantial age difference and the younger one died first.Bit like Joan Collins said when asked if she was worried about her present much younger husbands age 'if he dies, he dies'[;-)] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woolybanana Posted February 17, 2011 Author Share Posted February 17, 2011 Now here is another conundrum - the lady expects me to give up my dogs. This I will not do, not for anyone, noone, not even for the Great Goat God Bobo. They are far too precious!So, another lady bites the dust! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoddy Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 Give up your dogs ? I thought you were still in the stage of deciding whether or not to meet her. Such unreasonable demands so early on answer your original question anyway.Better luck next time.Hoddy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mint Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 Too right, Hoddy! An OH might only for a period of time but a dog is for life?[:P] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
virginia.c Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 A true lady would NEVER ask you to give up your dogs... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gemonimo Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 [quote user="woolybanana"]Now here is another conundrum - the lady expects me to give up my dogs. This I will not do, not for anyone, noone, not even for the Great Goat God Bobo. They are far too precious!So, another lady bites the dust![/quote]Perhaps, Wooly, it's because they sleep IN your bed with you[Www] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Théière Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 That's just a shaggy dog story [:$] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benjamin Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 First the dogs then the ferrets; the pidgeons come next.Slippery slope matey. Steer well clear. [:@] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cooperlola Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 I have just been involved in a dispute on another forum where one of the posters declared that he will not be coming to the race this year because his new wife "won't let him." Now, I give this marriage a few years at the most (I wasn't quite that blunt with the poor little lad) because the moment you try to tell somebody not to do what they enjoy then it's the beginning of the end. No relationship was ever improved by one partner trying to change another.You are better off without her. There are plenty more bananas on the tree. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benjamin Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 [quote user="cooperlola"]There are plenty more bananas on the tree.[/quote]Or in the hand. [:P] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubbles Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 or in the bush! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
britgirl Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 Maybe you should add this to your 'wish list' when looking for your soul mate.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0i1rFYmFYIo&feature=related Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keni Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 Chris is my 'toyboy'. Been married 22 years! So what if I get my pension before him!I would never dream of asking him to give up his love of classic American cars, or the love he has for the '50s. On the other hand, my own renovated 1950's kitchen cupboard is ideal in France!Feel comfortable in your skin and go for what feels right! As was said, a true partner would never expect you to give up anything!Have a great life! It goes too quickly! x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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