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LouiseJoanne
(LOUISE JOANNE)
52F
733 posts
7/14/2006 3:06 pm

Last Read:
9/14/2006 2:19 am

Age Differences in Relationships?

We've all heard the old sayings,

"You're as old as you feel", or "As old as the person you feel!"

And, "Age is just a number, it doesn't matter"

But how much older or younger is your current, or, most recent lover?

Please vote on the widest age gap you've found yourself in with a lover/partner/husband/wife/boyfriend/girlfriend.....
1 to 2 years age diffference
3 to 4 years age difference
5 to 6 years age difference
7 to 8 years age difference
9 to 10 age difference
11 to 12 years age difference
13 to 14 years age difference
15 to 16 years age difference
17 to 18 years age difference
Oh the age difference between us was/is much greater than any of the above


Louise . x


FunMeterMaxed
(Jason Alan)
53M

7/14/2006 7:54 pm


She was 7 years younger and told me she was older. After awhile she confessed her age and I was kinda disappointed [lying is lying].

I was in love and we lasted 10 years...age ended up being somewhat of an issue as her "life-experiences" were different and not a extensive.

She left to find a new life and that was that...we are still friends, and visit. She has found herself and I am happy for her.

Thx for the space to comment!


rushprincess
(Cindy )
42F
2105 posts
7/14/2006 9:03 pm

My hubby is 8 1/2 years older than me. When I was 17, him 25...it was a little strange...but now that I am turning 25 and he's 32, it doesn't seem as strange. We are now both getting old together! LOL!

Cindy AKA "RushPrincess"


Friendseeker267
(Gracie Girl)
56F

7/14/2006 9:20 pm

I have been attracted to those who are at least 4 years older than me.... I was once attracted to one who was 11 years older....but my hubby is 5 yrs. older than me.... and at times, I still find him a bit immature and teenage like... so the older the better but not too old that they can't function, you know what I mean... LOL........


Usd2BEastCoaster
(Judy C)
65F

7/14/2006 11:56 pm

Hi Louise,
I wrote a post in your advice question (similar topic) in which I talked about the fact that I've always been attracted to older men.
I sort of oversimplified it though.

One of the things I left out but thought about later is similar to the comment made by FunMeterMaxed. Age differences can be a little difficult sometimes when the age difference is more than a few years. You have a different frame of reference, different life experiences and are in a different point in life.

My ex husband was six years older and it was never a problem. I also was in a long term relationship with someone four years younger, also never a problem. However, when I dated someone eight years older, there were problems and some definitely were attributed to our age difference.

Of course, just my experiences. For many it's not a factor at all.


Jules_79 44F

7/15/2006 1:56 am

I know what people might say - 25 years? Is she insane? I am completely fine and it has been working out for me for the last 7 years. I think it depends on a person, time, values, etc. It's individual and just my own experiences. That's all.


AIRFORCENURSE1
(LEE SCOTT)
67M

7/15/2006 4:01 am

I am a bit worry because she was 43 years old, and I just turn 50 years old, but I could not keep up with her on an intimate basis and my friends suggested that I take www.hotchoicevitamins.com because it is natural and to get up my Viagra! But seriously, I have blood pressure problems, and prostate problems, and I just don't function the same sexually since I was in my 20s thru 47 years old. It is frightening because we men are being pressured to perform like "Superman". and it just won't happen that way, unless I go back in a "Time Machine!"

Lee E. Scott, RN, BSN
"Your Traveling Nurse!"


AIRFORCENURSE1
(LEE SCOTT)
67M

7/15/2006 4:05 am

I am a bit worry because she was 43 years old and is very attractive, and intelligent Lithuania girl living in Lithuania, and we have met a few times, and I just turn 50 years old, but I could not keep up with her on an intimate basis and my friends suggested that I take www.hotchoicevitamins.com because it is natural and to get up my Viagra! But seriously, I have blood pressure problems, and prostate problems, and I just don't function the same sexually since I was in my 20s thru 47 years old. It is frightening because we men are being pressured to perform like "Superman". and it just won't happen that way, unless I go back in a "Time Machine!"

Lee E. Scott, RN, BSN
"Your Traveling Nurse!"


AIRFORCENURSE1
(LEE SCOTT)
67M

7/15/2006 4:08 am

You make me feel a little more confident, and she is 7 years younger than me.


mystic99
(mystic )
55F

7/15/2006 7:14 am

The last one was 2 years younger and current lover is 3 years older.


SHE160905 112F

7/15/2006 7:58 am

I have a preference for guys older than me..... I'm 41 years old.

If ever, I'll go out with a guy younger than me, I could accept only 5 years younger than me (maximum difference).

Wanna join me for a glass of wine?


LouiseJoanne
(LOUISE JOANNE)
52F
337 posts
7/16/2006 7:47 am

Great Comments Guys, thanx!

My man is 5 years older than me, not much difference then, you may think!

However, at 34, I am quite immature for my age! I tend to behave like a teenager some times. But at 39, he is over mature for his age! He is forever looking to the future, talking of retirement, and calling himself middle aged! My man is the sort of guy who would dye his hair GREY to look as old as he feels!

Louise . x


mexicana85
(Lolita )
55F
4 posts
7/20/2006 8:48 pm

hmmmmmmmmm


EarthHostage 63F

7/21/2006 7:57 am

I had a guy 5 yrs. younger my last was 2 yrs. younger my husband was 5 yrs. older. I'm going for younger now. Age range 30-50 for me. It's a healthy range, more to choose from. Louise you make your man sound like such a bore. Is he really that bad?


maxx76
(chyno )
47M
1 post
7/22/2006 5:58 am

true love has no age
i think like that
when love comes,age differences can be a problem but it can go out


LouiseJoanne
(LOUISE JOANNE)
52F
337 posts
7/22/2006 9:12 am

Earth Hostage - LOL! No course, he's not really THAT bad!

I guess I joke a little too much about him!

Louise . x


LouiseJoanne
(LOUISE JOANNE)
52F
337 posts
7/22/2006 9:17 am

tweetiepie2 - Sorry you've lost me a bit there?

What are you talking about, reporting me?

For what exactly?

Have I said something bad about Bristol?

I don't think I have?

Hey whatever it is that has offended you, just please bare in mind that I do joke a lot, my sense of humor is often misunderstood, I know, don't let it bother you!

And thanks for reading my blog. I welcome all comments whether good or bad, I don't expect everyone to enjoy what I write on FF! There are plenty other members from Bristol who you might get on with
GOOD LUCK!

Louise . x


SHE160905 112F

7/23/2006 10:33 am

TWEETIEPIE, your comment is a big surprise to me.

I know LOUISE since late 2005 and have been following all her posts, comments and blogs since a long time now.

You must have misinterpreted her jokes and sense of humor, a typical British sense of humor. You are supposed to be familiar with this as you come from the U.K., too.

Her question is not offending at all...... anyone, even in real life, ask this kind of question. You answer it "No" or "Yes" and just give your reason why.

Not a big deal Dear! And threats don't work for people who got brain.

C O O L down......

Wanna join me for a glass of wine?


Usd2BEastCoaster
(Judy C)
65F

7/23/2006 9:42 pm

Tweetiepie,
Lighten up. This is a poll. There's nothing racist about it. How did you read that into this?

If you take issue with a post, make your comment on that post. Don't drag it into something totally unrelated.

Sounds like this is an education, status or communication problem on your part.


Oaktree3148
(B B)
63M

7/24/2006 2:58 am

At first I thought tweetie was responding to allwoman regarding a different posting, but after reading her post again I'm not sure.
Anyway, although it seems unlikely she was responding to LoJo whom I can never recall having written anything offensive, stranger things happen all the time.
Women are a mystery to me.

tweetie:
Try to relax a little before writing. I've found some really nice things in your postings, but I sometimes have some trouble following you.


svajone7 63F

7/29/2006 7:08 am

Women are wiser so...men must be older.At least 2-3 years.


mielmeliz
(ammieliz45 d)
68F

8/1/2006 11:37 pm

I could not help myself laughing -- reading between lines. You're such opposite my husband. I guess, it's just a part of a midlife crises.

Be not afraid for as long as she loves you (am referring to the Lithuanian). Yes, sex played an important role in marriage; just as it is the the absolute gift of a couple. But, we have to grow older and faithfullness/loyalty matters most in a relationship. Guess what I mean?

Tks! -mely-


mielmeliz
(ammieliz45 d)
68F

8/2/2006 12:16 am

My estranged hub just turned 50 a month ago and is still very sexually active. I thought i had a good marriage. We've been together for 23 years and blessed with 4kids (all grown ups). I thought he loved me the way i loved him. But,with sudden twist of event, he left us and had a newly-widowed woman twelve years younger than him.

I do not think that age does count. It is a matter of responsibility ... a matter of one's decision to hold or to let go your man/woman.

Or,is it a matter of FATE/DESTINY? MAYBE, God has a plan for me!

Tks! -mely-


AIRFORCENURSE1
(LEE SCOTT)
67M

8/7/2006 10:49 pm

You are so right in your comments!

Lee

P.S. The Traveling Nurse says he needs to check out hotchoicevitamins if he is worrying about getting old!!